113 Maintenance Section Engine Oil and Filter - Change 3. While the engine is stopped, check the “ENGINE STOPPED” side of engine oil dipstick (1). Maintain the oil level between the marks on the dipstick. i01562849 Engine Oil and Filter - Change While the engine is running, check the “ENGINE RUNNING” side of engine oil dipstick (1). Maintain the oil level between the marks on the dipstick. SMCS Code: 1318-510 NOTICE Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during performance of inspection, maintenance, test- ing, adjusting and repair of the product.
Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers before open- ing any compartment or disassembling any compo- nent 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. 1. Open the access door that is located on the left side of the machine. g00811673 Illustration 179 4. If necessary, remove oil filler plug (2) and add oil through the oil filler tube. 5. Clean the oil filler plug and install the oil filler plug. 6. Close the engine access door. g00811715 Illustration 180 2.
Remove the filter element (1) with a strap type wrench. Inspect the filter. Reference: Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, “Oil Filter - Inspect”. 3. Clean the filter mounting base with a clean cloth. Make sure that the used filter gasket has been completely removed.