SHOE-TRACK 6Y8973 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
Table 1
Required Tools    
Tool     Part Number     Part Description     Qty    
A     2P-8250     Strap Wrench Assembly     1    
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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Typical example
Remove plug (1) and drain the oil from the engine oil filter base into a suitable container for storage or disposal.
Use Tool (A) to remove oil filter (2) .
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Typical example
Disconnect turbocharger oil line (4) .
Remove nuts (3) that hold the engine oil filter base to the engine oil cooler and bolts (6) that hold the engine oil filter base to the cylinder block.
Remove engine oil filter base (5) .