TUBE AS 1263057 - 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, 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.
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(1) Steering pump. (2) Fan pump.
The two case drain filters are located under the access door in the platform behind the cab.
Stop the engine.
Use a strap type wrench to remove the filter element. Dispose of the used filter element properly.
Clean the filter mounting base. Make sure that all of the used gasket is removed from the filter mounting base.
Apply a thin coat of oil to the seal on the new filter. Install a new filter hand tight until the seal of the filter contacts the base. Note the position of the index marks on the filter in relation to a fixed point on the filter base. Note: There are rotation index marks on the filter that are spaced 90 degrees or 1/4 or a turn away from each other. When you tighten the filter, use the rotation index marks as a guide.
Tighten the filter according to the instructions that are printed on the filter. Use the index marks as a guide. For non-Caterpillar filters, use the instructions that are provided with the filter. Note: You may need to use a Caterpillar strap wrench, or another suitable tool, in order to turn the filter to the amount that is required for final installation. Make sure that the installation tool does not damage the filter.
Repeat the above steps for the other case drain filter.
Start the engine and run the engine at low idle. Operate the steering, the brakes, and the implements.
Stop the engine. Inspect the filters for leaks. Make any necessary repairs.