PLATE 7T3303 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
Note: The shock reducing valve is located next to the swing drive near the right side of the frame.
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, "Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Cat® products.Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.
At operating temperature, the hydraulic oil is hot and under pressure. Hot oils can cause burns.To prevent possible personal injury, release the pressure in the implement hydraulic circuit (boom, stick, bucket, and swing), travel circuits, and the hydraulic oil tank at the filler cap before any hydraulic lines or components are disconnected or removed.Remove the filler cap only when the engine is stopped and the filler cap is cool enough to touch.
Release the hydraulic system pressure. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Hydraulic System Pressure - Release" in this manual.
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Put identification marks on six hose assemblies (1) that are connected to shock reducing valve (3) for installation purposes.
Oil will drain from the hose assemblies when the hose assemblies are disconnected from the shock reducing valve. Place a suitable container under the shock reducing valve in order to contain the oil.
Disconnect six hose assemblies (1) from the shock reducing valve. Put plugs in the ends of the hose assemblies in order to prevent oil loss and keep contaminants out of the hydraulic system.
Remove four bolts (2) and shock reducing valve (3) from the machine.