LEVER 1K3537 - Caterpillar

Personal injury or death can result from escaping fluid under pressure.Escaping fluid under pressure, even a very small pin-hole size leak, can penetrate body tissue, causing serious injury, and possible death.Always use a board or cardboard when checking for a leak.Do not check for pin hole leaks in pump or motor hoses during a steer stall condition. If fluid is injected into your skin, it must be treated by a doctor familiar with this type of injury immediately.
During the troubleshooting process, visually inspect the TCS system and visually inspect the components.Loosen the hydraulic tank filler cap slowly. Allow the tank pressure to lower before the filler cap is completely removed. Visually inspect the steering system with the following instructions:
Measure the level of the oil in the hydraulic tank.
Look for air in the oil that is in the hydraulic tank. Look for air immediately after the machine is stopped and after the pressure is relieved. Use a clear container to obtain a sample of the hydraulic oil. Look for air bubbles in the contained oil.
Check all oil lines, hoses and connections for damage or leaks.
Check for restrictions of flow. Restrictions of flow include sharp bends, clamps that are not installed correctly and physical damage to hoses and lines.
Remove the filter elements. Look for particles on the filter element. A magnet will separate ferrous particles from nonferrous particles.