308C CR Excavator Hydraulic System – Pilot Valve (Implement) – Remove

Removal Procedure

Table 1
Required Tools    
Tool     Part Number     Part Description     Qty    
A     6V-9508     Face Seal Plug     5    
6V-9829 Cap As     5    

Start By:

  1. Release the hydraulic pressure. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, “Hydraulic System Pressure – Release”.
NOTICE

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.

NOTICE

Keep all parts clean from contaminants.

Contamination of the hydraulic system with foreign material will reduce the service life of the hydraulic system components.

To prevent contaminants from entering the hydraulic system, always plug or cap the lines, fittings, or hoses as they are disconnected. Cover any disassembled components and clean them properly before assembly.

Clean the hydraulic system properly after any major component exchange or especially after a component failure, to remove any contamination.


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  1. Remove panel (1) from the bottom of the machine.

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  1. Disconnect hose assemblies (2) from pilot valve (3) .

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  1. Remove panel (4) and remove floormat (5) .

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  1. Remove bolts (6). Lift pedal (7) in order to remove pilot valve (3) .