SHOE 3T8496 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
Start By:
Release the hydraulic system pressure. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Hydraulic System Pressure - Release".
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.
Keep all parts clean from contaminants.Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life.
Note: Put identification marks on all hoses, on all hose assemblies, on all wires, and on all tube assemblies for installation purposes. Plug all hose assemblies and all tube assemblies. This helps to prevent fluid loss, and this helps to keep contaminants from entering the system.
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Remove bolts (1).
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Use two people in order to remove step assembly (2). The weight of step assembly (2) is approximately 23 kg (50 lb).
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Disconnect harness assemblies (3). Disconnect harness assembly (4). Disconnect harness assembly (5). Disconnect hose assemblies (6).
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Disconnect harness assemblies (7).
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Remove bolts (8). Remove control manifold (9).