PLATE AS 3162149 - Caterpillar

1. Remove covers (1) and (2) from the support. 2. Remove two bolts (3) and (5) from both sides of the machine.3. Remove nuts (8), bolts (6), and shims (7) from both sides of the machine. Put identification on the shims to prevent mixing at assembly.4. Remove three bolts (4) from both sides of the machine. 5. Fasten a hoist to the support. Remove two bolts (9) that hold the support to the bevel gear case. Remove support (10). Weight of the support is 700 lb. (317.5 kg). 6. Close valve (12) on the bottom of the fuel tank. Disconnect fuel line (11) from the valve.7. Fasten a hoist to the fuel tank. Remove the fuel tank. Weight of the fuel tank is 400 lb. (181.4 kg).Install Fuel Tank
1. Fasten a hoist to the fuel tank. Put the tank in position on the fenders of the machine. Install the four bolts that hold the fuel tank (1) in position.2. Connect fuel line (2) to the valve on the bottom of the fuel tank. Turn the valve in the "ON" position. 3. Fasten a hoist to the support. Put support (3) in position behind the fuel tank.4. Install the two bolts that hold the support to the bevel gear case. 5. Put shims (4) between the support and the fenders. Install the bolts and nuts that hold the support to the fenders. Make sure the shims are in the correct position behind the support.6. Install the three bolts that hold the support to the front part of the fender.7. Install the two covers over the openings in the rear of the support.