PLATE AS 4259039 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
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Required Tools    
Tool     Part Number     Part Description     Qty    
A     185-3630     Strap Wrench Assembly     1    
Keep all parts clean from contaminants.Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life.
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.
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Use Tool (A) to remove fuel filter (2) .
Disconnect tube assemblies (3) and (4) from fuel filter base (1). Immediately cap all openings or plug all openings in order to prevent contamination.
Remove bolts (5), the washers, and the spacer from fuel filter base (1). Remove fuel filter base (1) from the housing.Installation Procedure
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Position fuel filter base (1) on the housing. Install the spacer, the bolts (5), and the washers.
Connect tube assemblies (3) and (4) to the fuel filter base.
Install fuel filter (2). Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Fuel System Secondary Filter - Replace" topic for more information.
Prime the fuel system. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Fuel System - Prime" topic for more information.