GASKET KIT 1321403 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
Table 1
Required Tooling
Tool Part Number Part Description Qty
A 268-1968 Pry Bar 1
B - Guide Stud (M8 x 1.25 x 3 inch) 1
C 276-7018 Plug/Cap Kit 1 Start By:
Remove the valve mechanism cover. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Valve Mechanism Cover - Remove and Install".
Remove the fuel injection line. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Fuel Lines - Remove and Install".
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Illustration 2 g01264293Note: Do not remove the quill tube. This action will reduce the risk of contamination to the system.
Fully loosen quill tube nut (1). Pull quill tube (1) out of the bore until you see O-ring seal (2). This action will ensure that the injector does not contact the quill tube during removal. At this time, inspect O-ring seal (2) for wear or for damage. Replace the O-ring seal if necessary.
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Typical Example
Disconnect harness assembly (3) from the unit injector.
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Typical Example
Remove bolt (5) from clamp (6).Note: When possible, remove the unit injector by hand by twisting the unit injector and pulling upward. Be sure not to strike the unit injector during the removal procedure.
If unit injector (4) cannot be removed by hand, go to Step 5.
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Typical Example
Note: Do not damage the unit injector during removal. Side loading may damage to the unit injector.
Install Tooling (B) in unit injector clamp (6) and position Tooling (A) under unit injector clamp (6). Carefully remove unit injector (4) from the cylinder head.