114 Maintenance Section Engine Valve Lash - Check g00101318 Illustration 181 g00811749 Illustration 183 4. Apply a thin film of clean engine oil to the sealing surface of the new filter element. 10. Check the engine oil level in dipstick (4). 5. Install the new filter element by hand. When the gasket contacts the filter base, tighten the filter by an additional 3/4 turn. Reference: Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, “Engine Oil Level - Check” for the correct procedure. 11. Stop the engine. Close the engine access doors. 6. Open the crankcase drain valve (2). Allow the oil to drain into a suitable container. Close the crankcase drain valve.
i01181536 Engine Valve Lash - Check SMCS Code: 1105-535 For the correct procedure, refer to the appropriate Service Manual module for your machine’s engine or consult your Caterpillar dealer. Note: A qualified mechanic should adjust the engine valve lash because special tools and training are required. g00811744 Illustration 182 7. Open the access door that is located on the right side of the machine. Remove oil filler plug (3). Fill the crankcase with new oil. Reference: Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, “Lubricant Viscosities” and Operation and Maintenance Manual, “Capacities (Refill)”. 8. Clean the oil filler plug and install the oil filler plug. 9.
Start the engine and allow the oil to warm. Check for leaks.