FITTING-COUPLER 1177631 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
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Required Tools    
Tool     Part Number     Part Description     Qty    
A     2P-8250     Strap Wrench Assembly     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, "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.
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Use Tool (A) and remove fuel filter (1) .
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Disconnect tube assembly (2) and tube assembly (4) from fuel filter base (5). Immediately cap all openings or plug all openings in order to prevent contamination.
Remove bolts (3) that hold fuel filter base (5) to the mounting bracket. Remove fuel filter base (5) .