SENSOR GP-LIQUID LEVEL 4309443 - 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.
Note: Drain the water and the sediment from the fuel tank when the tank is almost empty.
Slowly remove the fuel tank cap in order to allow the tank to vent while you drain the tank.
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Type 1
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Type 2
If the machine is equipped with a plastic fuel tank inside the engine compartment (Type 1), remove the access plate on the bottom of the engine compartment.
Remove the fuel tank drain plug. Allow the water and the sediment to drain into a suitable container.
Install the fuel tank drain plug. Note: For Type 1 only, apply 5P-3413 Pipe Sealant to the threads on the drain plug and torque to 11 1 N m (8 1 lb ft).Note: For Type 2 only, no sealant is required. Torque the drain plug to 420 63 N m (310 46 lb ft).
Install the fuel tank cap.