RING-RETAINING 3827527 - 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, "Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Cat® products.Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.
Illustration 1 g00935569The transmission oil filter is located on the left side of the machine near the articulation joint.Note: The hose for the steering cylinder may obstruct the bottom of the filter.
Stop the engine and remove the key.
Turn the battery disconnect switch to the OFF position.
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Remove drain plug (5) and allow any oil to drain into a suitable container.
Install the drain plug once the oil has drained completely.
Remove bolts (2) and cover plate (1) from the bottom of filter housing (4).
Remove filter element (3) from filter housing (4). Dispose of the used filter element properly.
Clean the filter housing and the filter housing base with a clean, nonflammable solvent.
Inspect the cover seal for the filter housing. Replace the seal if the seal is damaged.
Install a new filter element, the cover plate and bolts on the bottom of the transmission oil filter housing.
Start the engine and run the engine at low idle.
Slowly operate the transmission control in order to circulate the transmission oil. Return the transmission to neutral.
Stop the engine. Check the transmission oil filter for leaks.
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Check the transmission oil level. Reference: Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Transmission Oil Level - Check" for the correct procedure.