PLATE-COUPLING 5M5072 - 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 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.
Turn the fuel supply to the "OFF" position.
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Remove bolts (1). Remove fuel priming pump assembly (2) from fuel filter base (4) .
Remove gasket (3) from the fuel priming pump assembly and the fuel filter base.Installation Procedure
Keep all parts clean from contaminants.Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life.
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Position gasket (3) on fuel filter base (4) .
Position fuel priming pump assembly (2) on the fuel filter base and install bolts (1). Tighten the bolts to a torque of 15 3 N m (11 2 lb ft).
Turn the fuel supply to the "ON" position.
Remove the air from the system. Refer to Testing and Adjusting, "Fuel System - Prime".