SHIM 7G4271 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
Table 1
Required Tools    
Tool     Part Number     Part Description     Qty    
A     185-3630     Strap Wrench As     1    
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.
Drain the engine oil into a suitable container for storage or for disposal. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Engine Oil and Filter - Change".
Drain the cooling system into a suitable container for storage or for disposal. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Cooling System Coolant (ELC) - Change".
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Loosen tube assemblies (7). Remove clamp assembly (5) and position tube assemblies (7) out of the way.
Loosen clamps (3) and (8) .
Remove bolts (6) .
Remove tube assembly (2). Remove hoses (4) and (9) .
Disconnect hose assembly (1) and position the hose assembly out of the way.
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Use Tooling (A) and remove oil filter (12) .
Remove bolts and studs (11) .
Remove engine oil filter base (10) .
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Remove oil cooler (12) and the gasket. Remove O-ring seals (13) .