RIM 7M5285 - Caterpillar

Fluid Spillage Containment
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting and repair of the machine. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers before opening any compartment or disassembling any component containing fluids. Refer to "Tools And Shop Products Guide", NENG2500 for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids in Caterpillar machines. Dispose fluids according to local regulations and mandates.1. Open the right access door to the engine compartment. Lock the door in the OPEN position. 2. Using Tool (A), remove secondary fuel filter (5).3. Disconnect inlet tube assembly (1) from the fuel filter base. Plug the tube assembly to prevent fuel loss and to keep dirt out of the fuel system.4. Remove the two bolts and washers to disconnect fuel outlet tube assembly (2) from the fuel filter base. Remove the gasket from the fuel filter base. Plug the tube assembly to prevent fuel loss and to keep dirt out of the fuel system.5. Remove two bolts (3) and fuel filter base (4). The following steps are for the installation of the secondary fuel filter and fuel filter base.6. Check the condition of the gasket used between fuel outlet tube assembly (2) and the fuel filter base. If the gasket is damaged, use a new part for replacement.7. Install the fuel filter base and secondary fuel filter in the reverse order of removal. For further information regarding installation and service intervals, refer to the topic "Fuel System Secondary Filter - Replace" in the Operation and Maintenance Manual.