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Caterpillar C1.7 / C2.2 — Engine Crankcase Breather Element - Replace

Maintenance

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

Applies to: Caterpillar C2.2

Before you start

  • Hot oil and hot components can cause personal injury.

Procedure

  1. Ensure dirt cannot enter the breather assembly and place a container under it.
  2. Remove clip (3) and hose (4) from cap (2); remove cap (2) from body (1).
  3. Remove filter element (5) and O ring seal (6); discard.
  4. Install a new O ring seal (6) and a new filter element (5) into cap (2).
  5. Install the cap assembly into the main body and tighten to 10 N·m.
  6. Install hose (4) and clip (3); clean away any split fluid.

Specs & values

  • Cap assembly torque 10 N·m (7 lb ft)

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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