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Caterpillar C9 Industrial Engine REH — Engine Oil Filter Base and Oil Cooler - Remove

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For the Caterpillar C9 Industrial Engine REH, from the Caterpillar service manual.

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Before you start

  • Keep all parts clean from contaminants.
  • Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting, and repair.
  • Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.

Procedure

  1. Drain the coolant from the cooling system into a suitable container for storage or for disposal.
  2. Use Tooling (A) to remove engine oil filter (1).
  3. Disconnect hose assembly (2).
  4. Remove bolts (4).
  5. Remove engine oil filter base (3) and the oil seal.
  6. Remove engine oil cooler (5) and the gasket.

Tools required

  • 185-3630 Strap Wrench Assembly Amazon

Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.

Source: Caterpillar service 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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