PLUG 2572197 - Caterpillar

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 Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Caterpillar products.Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.
Park the machine on a level surface. Ensure that the parking brake is fully engaged. Lower the truck body or the OEM attachment and shut off the engine.
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The strainer is located inside the filler tube on the tank for the steering system. The tank is located on the right side of the machine. Release latch (1) and lift cover plate (2) in order to access the top of the tank.
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Remove filler cap (3) slowly in order to gradually relieve any system pressure.
Remove retaining ring (4) and remove strainer (5) from the hydraulic filler tube.
Wash the strainer in nonflammable solvent. Allow the strainer to dry before the strainer is reinstalled.
If the strainer is damaged, replace the strainer.
Inspect the filler cap and the gasket which is inside of the filler cap. Replace any damaged components.
Install the strainer and the retaining ring.
Install the filler cap.
Lower cover plate (2) and tighten latch (1) .