SHAFT 0007057 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
Note: Cleanliness is an important factor. Before the disassembly procedure, the exterior of the component should be thoroughly cleaned. This will help to prevent dirt from entering the internal mechanism.
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 Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Caterpillar products.Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.
At operating temperature, the engine coolant is hot and under pressure.Steam can cause personal injury.Check the coolant level only after the engine has been stopped and the fill cap is cool enough to touch with your bare hand.Remove the fill cap slowly to relieve pressure.Cooling system conditioner contains alkali. Avoid contact with the skin and eyes to prevent personal injury.
Drain the coolant from the cooling system into a suitable container for storage or disposal.
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Loosen hose clamps (1) and (4). Remove the hoses from the regulator housing assembly (2). Remove the bolts (3). Remove regulator housing (2) from the engine.
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Remove water temperature regulator (5) from regulator housing assembly (2). Remove gasket (6) from regulator housing assembly (2) and from the engine.
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Remove seal (7) and housing (2) .Installation Procedure
Note: Cleanliness is an important factor. Before the disassembly procedure, the exterior of the component should be thoroughly cleaned. This will help to prevent dirt from entering the internal mechanism.
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Install housing (2) and seal (7) .
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Install a new gasket (6) on regulator housing assembly (2). Install water temperature regulator (5) in regulator housing assembly (2).
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Install bolts (3). Install the hoses on regulator housing assembly (2). Tighten hose clamps (1) and (4) .
Fill the cooling system. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Cooling System Level - Check"for the correct procedure.