Separation Procedure
Required Tools     | |||
Tool     | Part Number     | Part Description     | Qty     |
A     | 138-7575     | Link Bracket     | 2     |
B     | 1U-5750     | Engine Stand ()     | 1     |
C     | 138-7573     | Link Bracket ()     | 3     |
Start By:
- Separate the transmission and the torque converter from the engine. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Engine and Torque Converter, Transmission - Separate".
NOTICE |
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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, "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. |
Note: Put identification marks on all lines, on all hoses, on all wires, and on all tubes for installation purposes. Plug all lines, hoses, and tubes. This helps to prevent fluid loss and this helps to keep contaminants from entering the system.
- Thoroughly clean the outside of the transmission prior to disassembly.
- Drain the transmission fluid into a suitable container. The capacity of the transmission is 30 L (8 US gal).
- Install Tooling (A), chains, and a suitable lifting device to transmission (1), as shown. The weight of the transmission is 700 kg (1545 lb).
Illustration 1 | g00741758 |
Illustration 2 | g00741776 |
- Move the transmission to a clean safe work area. Install the transmission onto Tooling (B), as shown.
- Install Tooling (C), chains, and a suitable lifting device to transmission cover (2), as shown.
Illustration 3 | g00741783 |
- Remove bolts (3) .
Note: Use a bubble level in order to level the cover.
- Carefully lift the transmission cover up far enough to clear input shaft (4). The weight of the transmission cover is 200 kg (441 lb).
Illustration 4 | g00741789 |