PLATE 9W4814 - Caterpillar

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Remove the bucket.
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, PERJ1017, "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.
Note: Cleanliness is an important factor. Before the disassembly procedure, the exterior of the component should be thoroughly cleaned. This will help to prevent dirt from entering the internal mechanism.Note: Put identification marks on all lines, on all hoses, on all wires, and on all tubes for installation purposes. Plug all lines, hoses, and tubes. This helps to prevent fluid loss and this helps to keep contaminants from entering the system.
Failure to follow the recommended procedure or the specified tooling that is required for the procedure could result in damage to components.To avoid component damage, follow the recommended procedure using the recommended tools.
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, PERJ1017, "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.
Drain the final drive oil into a suitable container for storage or disposal. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Final Drive Oil - Change".
Loosen tracks. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Loosening the track".
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Remove right hand boom cylinder (1). Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Boom Cylinder - Remove and Install".
Start the machine. Fully extend the stick cylinder. Raise or lower the boom until the center of the pin bore for the bucket is approximately the same height as the bottom of the counterweight.
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Position the stick on Tooling (A).
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Adjust the length of Tooling (B). Install the bolts, the washers, and the nuts that hold Tooling (B) together. Tighten the bolts to a torque of 360 50 N m (266 37 lb ft). Install Tooling (B) in place of the right hand boom cylinder.
Release the hydraulic system pressure. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Hydraulic System Pressure - Release".
Drain the hydraulic tank into a suitable container for storage or disposal. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Hydraulic System Oil - Change".
Remove the travel motors. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Travel Motor - Remove". Cover final drive to keep contaminants out of sun gear.
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Remove tee (6). Disconnect hose assemblies (5) and (2).
Remove fittings (4). Remove bolts (3).
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Position Tooling (D) and Tooling (C) under the machine. Refer to Tool Operating Manual, NEHS1328, "Lift Groups (Stand - 60 Ton)" for more information on Tooling (D).
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Disconnect tube assembly (7). Remove two of bolts (8). Install Tooling (E) for installation purposes.
Remove the