SPROCKET 4I9843 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
Start By:
Remove the fan. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Fan - Remove and Install" for the correct procedure.
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.Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.
Drain the coolant from the cooling system into a suitable container for storage or disposal. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Cooling System Coolant - Drain" for more information.
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Three different types of plate can be installed between the cylinder block and the water pump (3)
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Loosen the hose clamp and disconnect the coolant hose assembly from inlet connection (4) on water pump (3).
Disconnect the harness assembly from coolant temperature sensor (1).
Remove bolts (2) and nut (5) from water pump (3). Support the water pump as the bolts and nut are removed.
Remove water pump (3) from the cylinder block.Note: If necessary, gently tap the water pump with a soft faced hammer to loosen the water pump.
Remove gasket (6).
Water pump (3) could have plate (7), plate (7a), or plate (7b) installed to the water pump.
Remove gasket (8).
If necessary, remove coolant temperature switch (1) from water pump (3).Installation Procedure
Table 1
Required Tools
Tool Part Number Part Description Qty
A - Loctite 242 1
Keep all parts clean from contaminants.Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life.
Ensure that the gasket surfaces of the water pump, plate, and the cylinder block are clean and free from damage.
Ensure that all components of the water pump are free from wear or damage. Replace any components that are worn or damaged.
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Ensure that the bolt holes in Position (W) and stud (9) are clean and free from oil and coolant.
Install a new gasket (6) over stud (9). Ensure that the gasket is correctly oriented. Refer to Illustration 3.
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Three different types of plate can be installed between the cylinder block and the water pump (3)
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Water pump bolts and nut tightening sequence
Install a new gasket (6) over stud (9). Ensure that the gasket is correctly oriented.
Install either plate (7), plate (7a), or plate (7b) over stud (9). Ensure that the plate is correctly oriented.
Install a new gasket (8) over stud (9). Ensure that the gasket is correctly oriented.
Apply Tooling (A) to the first two threads of bolts (2) and nut (5).
Install water pump (3).
Install bolts (2) and nut (5) hand tight. Ensure that the gaskets are correctly positioned.
Tighten bolts (2) and nut (5) to a torque of 5 N m (44 lb in) in the sequence shown in Illustration 6.
Tighten bolts (2) and nut (5) to a torque of 10 N m (89 lb in) in the sequence shown in Illustration 6.
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If necessary, apply Tooling (A) to the first two threads of coolant temperature switch (1). Install the coolant temperature