RIM AS 3876038 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
Personal injury can result from hydraulic oil pressure and hot oil.Hydraulic oil pressure can remain in the hydraulic system after the engine has been stopped. Serious injury can be caused if this pressure is not released before any service is done on the hydraulic system.Make sure all of the attachments have been lowered, oil is cool before removing any components or lines. Remove the oil filler cap only when the engine is stopped, and the filler cap is cool enough to touch with your bare hand.
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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Align the hole in the tow arm with the hole in the support. Install pin (5), as shown.
Remove hose assemblies (2) from tow point cylinder (3) .
Loosen screw (4) and remove pin (6) .
Remove retaining ring (1). Remove tow point cylinder (3) from the top pin.Installation Procedure
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Install tow point cylinder (3) on the top pin and install retaining ring (1) .
Install pin (6) and tighten screw (4) .
Install hose assemblies (2) on tow point cylinder (3) .
Remove pin (5). Install pin (5) in the storage location.