RETAINER 1658318 - Caterpillar

Cylinders equipped with lock valves can remain pressurized for very long periods of time, even with the hoses removed.Failure to relieve pressure before removing a lock valve or disassembling a cylinder can result in personal injury or death.Ensure all pressure is relieved before removing a lock valve or disassembling a cylinder.
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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Install Tooling (A) and a suitable lifting device onto hood (1) .
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Open door (2) .
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Disconnect harness assembly (5). Remove valve (4) in order to relieve the pressure on cylinder (3) .
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Remove pin (7). Secure cylinder (3) onto fuel tank (6) .
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Close door (2) and install a bolt in order to secure door (2). Remove bolts (7). Remove hood (1). The weight of hood (1) is approximately 227 kg (500 lb).Installation Procedure
Table 2
Required Tools    
Tool    Part Number    Part Description    Qty    
A     138-7575     Link Brackets     1    
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Install Tooling (A) and a suitable lifting device onto hood (1) .
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Install hood (1) into position. The weight of hood (1) is approximately 227 kg (500 lb). Install bolts (7) .
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Open door (2)
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Remove cylinder (3) from fuel tank (6). Install pin (7) .
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Connect harness assembly (5). Install valve (4) into cylinder (3) .
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Close door (2) .