F8003 Force PLAIN WASHER

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Required Tools    
Tool    Part Number    Part Description    Qty    
A     138-7574     Link Brackets     2    
8T-0375 Bolt M16X2X45     1    
8T-0652 Bolt M20X2.5X45     1    Start By:
Prepare the machine for disassembly and assembly procedures. For additional information, refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Preparation for Disassembly".
Release the oil pressure in the hydraulic system. For additional information, refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "System Pressure - Release".
Open the hood. For additional information, refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Hood Tilt".
Remove the fan. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Fan - Remove and Install".
Personal injury can result from hydraulic oil pressure and hot oil.Hydraulic oil pressure can remain in the hydraulic system after the engine has been stopped. Serious injury can be caused if this pressure is not released before any service is done on the hydraulic system.Make sure all of the attachments have been lowered, oil is cool before removing any components or lines. Remove the oil filler cap only when the engine is stopped, and the filler cap is cool enough to touch with your bare hand.
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.
Personal injury can result from contact with refrigerant.Contact with refrigerant can cause frost bite. Keep face and hands away to help prevent injury.Protective goggles must always be worn when refrigerant lines are opened, even if the gauges indicate the system is empty of refrigerant.Always use precaution when a fitting is removed. Slowly loosen the fitting. If the system is still under pressure, release it slowly in a well ventilated area.Personal injury or death can result from inhaling refrigerant through a lit cigarette.Inhaling air conditioner refrigerant gas through a lit cigarette or other smoking method or inhaling fumes released from a flame contacting air conditioner refrigerant gas, can cause bodily harm or death.Do not smoke when servicing air conditioners or wherever refrigerant gas may be present.Use a certified recovery and recycling cart to properly remove the refrigerant from the air conditioning system.
At operating temperature, the engine coolant is hot and under pressure.Steam can cause personal injury.Check the coolant level only after the engine has been stopped and the filler cap is cool enough to touch with the bare hand.Remove the filler cap slowly to relieve pressure.Cooling system conditioner contains alkali. Avoid contact with skin and eyes to prevent personal injury.
Note: Put identification on all lines, hoses, wires, and tubes for installation purposes. Use caps and plugs on all lines, hoses, and tubes in order to prevent fluid loss or contamination of the systems.
Recover the air conditioner refrigerant from the air conditioner system.Reference: Service Manual, SENR5664, "Air Conditioning and Heating Systems with R-134a Refrigerant"Reference: Special Publication, NEDG5065, "Air Conditioning Tools"
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Open the access door on the rear left side of the machine.
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Remove the bolts, the washers, and access panels (1) and (2).
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Attach a hoist and suitable lifting slings to cover assembly (3). Remove bolts (4) and the washers from cover assembly (3) .
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Remove bolts (5), bolts (6), and the washers from cover assembly (3) .
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Remove bolt (7) and the washer.