COVER-BOTTOM 7C0567 - 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 Tools and Shop Products Guide" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Caterpillar products.Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.
Park the machine on a level surface. Ensure that the parking brake is fully engaged. Lower the dump body and stop the engine.
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The transmission magnetic screen is located on the right side of the output transfer gear case to the rear of the front axle.
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Remove nuts (1) and cover (2) .
Pull out suction screen (3) and magnetic screen tube assembly (4). Take care to avoid dropping or jarring the magnets.
Wash the suction screen and magnetic screen tube assembly in clean, nonflammable solvent. Further clean the magnets with a cloth or stiff bristle brush.
Install the suction screen and the magnetic screen tube assembly. Ensure that wave washer (6) is in place.
Install the cover and secure the cover in position with the nuts. If necessary, use a new seal (5). Tighten nuts (1) .
Add clean oil to the transmission. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Transmission and Transfer Gear Oil Level - Check". Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Lubricant Viscosities and Refill Capacities".