IDLER GP-FRONT 1362429 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
Start By:
Drain the coolant level below the water outlet manifold.
Remove the water temperature regulator.
Personal injury can result from hot coolant, steam and alkali.At operating temperature, engine coolant is hot and under pressure. The radiator and all lines to heaters or the engine contain hot coolant or steam. Any contact can cause severe burns.Remove cooling system pressure cap slowly to relieve pressure only when engine is stopped and cooling system pressure cap is cool enough to touch with your bare hand.Do not attempt to tighten hose connections when the coolant is hot, the hose can come off causing burns.Cooling System Coolant Additive contains alkali. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
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.
Keep all parts clean from contaminants.Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life.
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Remove pipe (1) and tube (3) .
Remove the bolt and the washer (2) .
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Disconnect two electrical connectors (6) .
Remove sensors (4) and (5) for clearance.
Reposition wires (7) out of the way.
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Remove the bolt and the washer (8) .
Disconnect electrical connector (9) .
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Note: The aftercooler was removed for better visibility.
Loosen clamp (10) and disconnect hose (11) .
Remove eight bolts and washers (12) .
Remove two bolts (14) .
Remove water outlet manifold (13) and five gaskets.