CYLINDER HEAD AS 7C0576 - 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 torque converter scavenge screen is located at the bottom of the torque converter housing.
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Position jack (1) in order to support the rear of the crankcase guard. Use a ratchet hoist with a nylon strap (2) in order to secure the jack to the crankcase guard.
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Remove two bolts (3) and the washers that secure the crankcase guard to the machine frame. Lower the rear of the crankcase guard to the ground in order to gain access to the torque converter.
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Clean the area around cover (5) .
Place a suitable container below cover (5) .
Remove four bolts (4) and the washers in order to remove cover (5) and gasket (6) .
Allow the oil to drain into a suitable container.
Remove suction screen (7). Clean the suction screen in nonflammable solvent. Inspect the screen for damage. Replace the suction screen if the screen is damaged.
Install the clean suction screen .
Clean the cover.
Install a new gasket. Install the cover with four bolts (4) and the washers. Tighten the bolts to a torque of 50 7 N m (37 5 lb ft).
Raise the crankcase guard. Secure the crankcase guard in position with two bolts (3) and the washers.
Start the engine.
Check the area around the torque converter for leaks.
Check the transmission oil level. Add oil if oil is needed.Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Torque Converter, Transmission and Tranfer Gear Oil Level - Check".Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Lubricant Viscosities and Refill Capacities".