HOUSING-FLYWHEEL 4W8592 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
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 Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Caterpillar products.Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.
At operating temperature, the hydraulic oil is hot and under pressure. Hot oils can cause burns.To prevent possible personal injury, release the pressure in the work tool hydraulic circuit (boom, stick, bucket, and swing), travel circuits, and the hydraulic oil tank at the filler cap before any hydraulic lines or components are disconnected or removed.Remove the filler cap only when the engine is stopped and the filler cap is cool enough to touch.
Drain the hydraulic oil into a suitable container for storage or disposal.
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Remove bolts (1) and cover (2).
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Remove bolts (3) and support assembly (4).
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Disconnect hose assembly (5).
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Disconnect hose assemblies (6) and (7).
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Disconnect hose assemblies (8) and (9).
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Use a suitable lifting device in order to support check valve (11). Remove bolts (12) and cover (13). Remove check valve (11) and flange (10). The weight of check valve (11) is approximately 57 kg (125 lb).