SHIM 2818019 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
Table 1
Required Tools    
Tool     Part Number     Part Description     Qty    
A     185-3630     Strap Wrench Assembly     1    Start By:
Remove the base for the valve mechanism cover. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Valve Mechanism Cover Base - Remove and Install".
Remove the rocker shaft and the pushrods. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Rocker Shaft and Pushrod - Remove".
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 bolt (1). Remove clip (2) .
Disconnect sensors from engine wiring harness (3) .
Remove the sensors.
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Remove bolts (5). Disconnect tube assembly (4) and remove the O-ring seal.
Remove bolts (7). Disconnect tube assembly (6) and remove the O-ring seals.
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Use Tooling (A) in order to remove fuel filter (8). Disconnect hose (9). Plug all openings immediately.
Loosen bolt (11). Disconnect wiring harness (10) .
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Disconnect sensor connector (13) and clips (12). Remove clip (14) and the bolt.
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Remove bolts (15) .
Remove water outlet manifold (16) .
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Remove head bolts (17) .
Remove water outlet manifold gaskets (18) from cylinder head (19) .
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Attach a suitable lifting device to cylinder head (19). Remove cylinder head (19) from the cylinder block. The weight of cylinder head (19) is 135 kg (300 lb).
Remove cylinder head gasket (20) and O-ring seals (21) from the cylinder block.