SUSPENSION GP-FRONT 1163092 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
Start By:
Remove the camshaft position sensor. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Camshaft Position Sensor - Remove and Install".
Remove the crankshaft position sensor. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Crankshaft Position Sensor - Remove and Install".
Remove the engine support. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Engine Support (Front) - Remove and Install".
Remove the accessory drive. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Accessory Drive - Remove".
Remove the air compressor. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Air Compressor - Remove and Install".
Remove the camshaft gear. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Camshaft Gear - Remove and Install".
Remove the crankshaft front seal. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Crankshaft Front Seal - Remove".
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.
Keep all parts clean from contaminants.Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life.
Do not turn the crankshaft or the camshaft while the camshaft gear is removed. If the front gear group is not correctly timed during installation, interference can occur between the pistons and the valves, resulting in damage to the engine.
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Remove the bolts and clips (1) .
Remove bracket (2) from plate (4) and the cylinder head.
Remove bolts (3) .
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Remove cable strap (5) from the cylinder head and front housing (10) .
Remove bolt (7) and nut (6) from the front housing.
Remove bolts (8) and nuts (9) from the front housing.
Remove bolts (11) from the front housing.
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Loosen bolts (15) from the engine oil pan.Note: It is not necessary to remove the engine oil pan from the engine.
Remove front housing (10) .
If necessary, remove studs (14) and the O-ring seals from the front housing.
Remove gasket (12) from plate (13) and the front housing.