RING GP-PISTON 1W6055 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
Table 1
Required Tools    
Tool     Part Number     Part Description     Qty    
A     185-3630     Strap Wrench Assembly     1    
Keep all parts clean from contaminants.Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life.
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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Remove plug (1) and drain fuel into a suitable container for storage or disposal.
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Use Tooling (A) in order to remove fuel filter (6) .
Disconnect the harness assembly from fuel temperature sensor (2) .
Remove fuel temperature sensor (2) .
Disconnect hose assembly (3). Plug all openings immediately.
Remove bolts (4) and the washers.
Remove fuel filter base (5) and the O-ring seals.
Remove the fuel filter mounting stud from the fuel filter base, if necessary.Installation Procedure
Table 2
Required Tools    
Tool     Part Number     Part Description     Qty    
A     185-3630     Strap Wrench Assembly     1    
B     9S-3263     Thread Lock Compound     1    
Keep all parts clean from contaminants.Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life.
Apply Tooling (B) to the threads of the fuel filter mounting stud. Apply the compound to the tapered end of the stud no more than 7.6 mm (0.30 inch) from the end.
Install the stud and tighten to a torque of 70 15 N m (50 11 lb ft).
Inspect the condition of the O-ring seals. Replace the O-ring seals, if necessary.
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Install the O-ring seals on fuel filter base (5) .
Install fuel filter base (5) on the fuel manifold with bolts (4) and the washers.
Connect hose assembly (3) .
Install fuel temperature sensor (2). Connect the harness assembly to fuel temperature sensor (2) .
Use Tooling (A) in order to install new fuel filter (6). Follow the instructions on the fuel filter.
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Install plug (1) .