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Caterpillar C1.7 / C2.2 — Battery - Replace

Maintenance

For the Caterpillar C1.7 / C2.2, from the Caterpillar owner's manual.

Applies to: Caterpillar C2.2

Before you start

  • Batteries give off combustible gases which can explode.

Procedure

  1. Switch the engine to the OFF position and remove all electrical loads.
  2. Turn off and disconnect any battery chargers.
  3. Disconnect the NEGATIVE '-' cable from the battery terminal.
  4. Disconnect the POSITIVE '+' cable from the battery terminal.
  5. Remove the used battery and recycle it.
  6. Install the new battery.
  7. Connect the cable from the starting motor to the POSITIVE '+' terminal.
  8. Connect the NEGATIVE '-' cable to the NEGATIVE '-' terminal.

Full service-parts list: Caterpillar C2.2 →

Source: Caterpillar owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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