SUPPORT 2204543 - Caterpillar

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, PERJ1017, "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.
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Filter Service Center
Note: A warning for the transmission filter bypass will be shown on the monitor display. The light will illuminate if the transmission oil filter needs to be replaced prior to the service interval.The transmission oil filter is located on the right side of the machine under the platform in the hydraulic service center.
Operate the machine in order to warm the oil. Park the machine on level ground. Lower the bucket to the ground and apply slight downward pressure.
Engage the parking brake and stop the engine.
Open the access panel.
Remove the filter housing drain plug and allow the oil in the filter to drain into a suitable container.
Use a strap type wrench to remove the filter housing or remove the filter housing with the hex nut on the bottom of the housing.
Remove the used filter element by pulling the element away from the canister. Ensure that the reusable center tube is not removed during element service. Dispose of the used filter element properly.
Clean the filter housing and the filter housing base with a clean, nonflammable solvent.
Inspect the filter housing seal. Replace the housing seal with the new one provided with the service element.
Install the new filter element into the transmission filter housing over the fixed center support tube. Clean the filter housing drain plug and install the drain plug.
Install the filter housing to the filter housing base. The torque to use on the housing hex nut is 50 N m (37 lb ft).
Start the engine. Slowly operate the transmission controls in order to circulate the transmission oil. Check the machine for oil leaks.
Check the transmission oil level. Reference: Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Transmission Oil Level - Check" for the correct procedure.