ELBOW 8S1926 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
Table 1
Required Tools
Tool Part Number Part Description Qty
A 439-3938 Link Bracket 1
Keep all parts clean from contaminants.Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life.
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, "Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Cat products.Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.
Drain the coolant from the cooling system into a suitable container for storage or disposal. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Cooling System Coolant - Change".
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Disconnect water inlet connection (1) from water pump (3).
Remove bolts (2).
Remove bolts (6).
Remove elbow (4), tube (7), and elbow (8) as a unit. Check the gaskets and the O-ring seal for wear or damage. If necessary, replace the gaskets.
Attach Tooling (A) and a suitable lifting device to water pump (3). The weight of water pump (3) is approximately 68 kg (150 lb). Remove bolts (5) that hold water pump (3) to the front housing. Remove water pump (3).
Remove the O-ring seal from water pump (3). Check the O-ring seal for wear or damage. If necessary, replace the O-ring seal.