HARNESS AS-CONTROL 2382439 - 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, "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.
Illustration 1 g01123392The transmission oil filter is located on the right side of the machine under the platform.
Operate the machine in order to warm the oil. Park the machine on level ground. Lower the bucket to the ground and apply slight downward pressure.
Engage the parking brake and stop the engine.
Open the access panel.
Remove the filter housing drain plug and allow the oil to drain into a suitable container.
Use a strap type wrench to remove the filter housing.
Remove the used filter element. Dispose of the used filter element properly.
Clean the filter housing and the filter housing base with a clean, nonflammable solvent.
Inspect the filter housing seal. Replace the seal if the seal is damaged.
Install a new filter element into the transmission filter housing. Clean the filter housing drain plug and install the drain plug.
Start the engine. Slowly operate the transmission controls in order to circulate the transmission oil. Check the machine for oil leaks.
Check the transmission oil level. Reference: Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Transmission Oil Level - Check" for the correct procedure.