CONT GP 4646403 - Caterpillar

Removal Procedure
Table 1
Required Tools    
Tool     Part Number     Part Description     Qty    
A     138-7573     Link Bracket     2    
B     1U-9200     Lever Puller Hoist     1    Note: Put identification marks on all hoses, on all hose assemblies, on all harness assemblies, and on all tube assemblies for installation purposes. Plug all hose assemblies and all tube assemblies. This helps to prevent fluid loss, and this helps to keep contaminants from entering the system.Note: Cleanliness is an important factor. Before you begin the removal procedure, the exterior of the components should be thoroughly cleaned. This will help to prevent dirt from entering the internal mechanism.
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 Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Caterpillar products.Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.
Drain the fuel tank into a suitable container for storage or for disposal. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Capacities (Refill)".
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Loosen nuts (1) .
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Disconnect hose assembly (2) .
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Remove plugs (3). Remove baffle (4) .
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Loosen nuts (5) .
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Disconnect harness assembly (6). Remove bolt (7) .
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Remove bolts (8) .
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Remove bolts (9). Remove bolts (10) .
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Install Tooling (A), Tooling (B), and a suitable lifting device to fuel tank guard (11). The weight of fuel tank guard (11) is approximately 175 kg (385 lb). Remove fuel tank guard (11) .
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Disconnect harness assembly (12). Remove bolts (13). Remove bolts (14) .
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Disconnect hose assembly (16). Use two people to remove fuel tank (15). The weight of fuel tank (15) is approximately 35 kg (76 lb).