130 Maintenance Section Tire Inflation - Check Measure the tire pressure on each tire. Consult your Caterpillar dealer for the correct load rating and for the correct operating pressures. Inflate tires, if necessary. See Operation and Maintenance Manual, “Tire Inflation Information”. i01556862 Transmission Oil - Change SMCS Code: 3030-044 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.
g00291870 Illustration 216 Apply lubricant through three fittings (2), (3) and (4). 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. Operate the engine for a few minutes in order to warm the transmission oil. g00811314 Illustration 217 2. Park the machine on a hard, level surface. Lower the bucket to the ground with a slight downward pressure. Engage the parking brake and stop the engine. For pin joint (1), apply lubricant through a remote fitting on the right side of the machine.
Use the fitting that is toward the front of the machine. There is a total of four fittings. i01467938 Tire Inflation - Check SMCS Code: 4203-535-AI g00766059 Illustration 219 Typical Example Note: Remove the bolts (1) that hold the transmission guard (2). Remove the transmission guard on the underside of the machine in order to access the magnetic strainer. g00766043 Illustration 218