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Caterpillar — Valve Mechanism Cover - Remove and Install

A Caterpillar service procedure — check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Before you start

  • Keep all parts clean from contaminants. Contaminants may cause rapid wear and shortened component life.

Procedure

  1. Removal: Remove bolts (1).
  2. Removal: Remove valve mechanism cover (2).
  3. Installation: Position valve mechanism cover (2) on the valve cover base. Tighten bolts (1) to a torque of 18 ± 3 N·m (13 ± 2 lb ft) in the numerical sequence shown in the illustration.

Specs & torque values

  • Cover bolt tightening torque: 18 ± 3 N·m (13 ± 2 lb ft), tightened in the numerical sequence shown in the illustration

Source: manual:3456 Disassembly and Assembly.pdf. Figures and steps are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.