CYL GP- 4658621 - Caterpillar

Caterpillar recommends certified air filter cleaning services that are available at Caterpillar dealers. The Caterpillar cleaning process uses proven procedures to assure consistent quality and sufficient filter life.Observe the following guidelines if you attempt to clean the filter element:Do not tap or strike the filter element in order to remove dust.Do not wash the filter element.Use low pressure compressed air in order to remove the dust from the filter element. Air pressure must not exceed 207 kPa (30 psi). Direct the air flow up the pleats and down the pleats from the inside of the filter element. Take extreme care in order to avoid damage to the pleats.Do not use air filters with damaged pleats, gaskets, or seals. Dirt entering the engine will cause damage to engine components.
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Open the engine access door on the left side of the machine.
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Loosen the four cover latches and remove the air cleaner cover.Note: The latches for the air cleaner housing may snap open when you release the latches.
Remove the primary filter element from the air cleaner housing. In order to remove the engine air filter primary element, pull the element outward. While you pull the element outward, rock the element.
Do not use a filter if the media, the gaskets or the seals are damaged.
Install a clean primary filter element over the engine air filter secondary element. Apply firm pressure to the end of the primary element as you gently rock the filter element. This seats the primary element.
Clean the cover and install the cover.
Close the access door.
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The filter element indicator is located on the air cleaner group in the left engine compartment.
Start the engine. If the yellow piston in the filter element indicator moves into the red zone, check the indicator for damage. Replace the filter element indicator if damage is present.Cleaning Primary Air Filter Elements
The primary air filter element can be used up to six times if the element is properly cleaned and properly inspected. When the primary air