HOUSING 2P0671 - Caterpillar

Caterpillar recommends obtaining an oil sample and performing a SOS Oil Analysis at regular intervals to help prevent damage to components. Use the information in "Sampling Interval and Location of the Sampling Valve" in this OMM to find the proper sampling interval for your machine.
Do not overfill the crankcase. Engine damage can result.
Note: Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Hood Tilting" for a guide to the proper procedure for raising the hood of this machine.
Raise the hood for the engine compartment.
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Check the "SAFE START RANGE" side of dipstick (1) before starting the engine when the engine oil is cold.
Check the "SAFE OPERATING RANGE" side of dipstick (1) while the engine is stopped. The oil should be at operating temperature. Maintain the oil level in the "SAFE OPERATING RANGE" zone of the dipstick.Note: When you operate the machine on severe slopes, the oil level in the engine crankcase must be in the "SAFE OPERATING RANGE" zone of the dipstick.
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Remove oil filler cap (2). If necessary, add oil.
Clean the oil filler cap and install the oil filler cap.
Unlatch the rod for the hood support. Close the hood for the engine compartment.