COVER 2500765 - Caterpillar

Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting and repair of the product. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers before opening any compartment or disassembling any component containing fluids.Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, "Caterpillar Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Caterpillar products.Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.
Hot oil and hot components can cause personal injury. Do not allow hot oil or hot components to contact skin.
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Location of the sampling valve for the transfer gear
Operate the machine until the oil reaches operating temperature.
Park the machine on a level surface. Lower the truck body or OEM attachment and engage the parking brake.
Shut off the engine.
Install the steering frame lock. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Steering Frame Lock".Note: Before you obtain a sample of the oil, block the front frame of the machine.
Install the oil drain tube assembly to the sampling valve.
Start the engine.
Drain an oil sample from the sampling valve.
Shut off the engine.
Remove oil drain tube assembly from the sampling valve.Use S O S oil analysis in order to monitor the condition of the transfer gear.