Note: Initial Oil Filter Change - Change the transmission oil filter after the initial 100 service hours. The transmission oil does not need to be changed at this time.
- Remove filter drain plug (3). Allow the oil to drain into a suitable container. Replace filter drain plug (3). Tighten to
40 ± 6 N·m (30 ± 5 lb ft) . - Remove oil filter housing (2). Discard the used oil filter element that is inside of housing (2). Additional oil will drain when you remove the filter. Allow the oil to drain into a suitable container.
Note: A center tube is fixed into the closed end of the filter housing and should NOT be removed during element service. If the tube is removed, conservatively apply Loctite 270 or Loctite 263 to the threads of the tube and reinstall into the filter housing. Torque the tube to
20 ± 2 N·m (15 ± 1.5 lb ft) - A new seal for housing (2) is provided with the filter element. Replacement of the seal is recommended.
- Install the new oil filter element in the housing (2).
- Install housing (2) and the new element into filter base (1). Tighten the housing to
50 ± 5 N·m (37 ± 4 lb ft) . Do not use an air wrench to tighten. - Make sure that the transmission is in NEUTRAL. Start the engine and operate the engine at low idle. Check for any leaks and make the necessary repairs.
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Illustration 2 g06162572 (4) Filler Tube and Dipstick - Remove dipstick (4) and check the oil level when the oil is warm and the transmission is in the NEUTRAL position.
- Stop the engine. If necessary, add oil.
- Install the dipstick.
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Hot oil and hot components can cause personal injury. Do not allow hot oil or hot components to contact the skin. |
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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) Filter base
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