SEAT GP-STATIC 1641205 - Caterpillar

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 Special Publication, NENG2500, "Caterpillar Tools and Shop Products Guide", for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids in Caterpillar machines.Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.
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The secondary fuel filter for the tractor is mounted on the right side of the engine.
Park the machine on a level surface.
Lower the bowl.
Shut off the engine.
Move the fuel valve (1) to the CLOSED position.
Clean the secondary filter (3). Clean the filter base (2) which is located above the filter.
Turn the filter to the left in order to loosen the filter. Loosen the filter with a strap type wrench.
Remove the filter. Clean the bottom of the filter base. Make sure that all of the old filter seal is removed.
Apply clean diesel fuel to the seal of the new secondary filter.
Install the new filter by hand. When the seal contacts the base, tighten the filter for an additional 3/4 turn. Rotation index marks are positioned on the filters at 90 degree intervals. Use these rotation index marks as a guide when you tighten the filter.
Return the fuel valve to the OPEN position.
Purge the air from the fuel system. See the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Fuel System - Prime" for further instructions.Note: The primary fuel filter should also be changed at this time. See the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Fuel System Primary Filter - Replace" for further instructions.
Start the engine and check for leaks.