Caterpillar — Transmission Oil Filter - Replace

Maintenance

From a Caterpillar owner's manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Procedure

1. Operate the machine in order to warm the oil. Park on level ground. Lower the bucket and apply slight downward pressure.
2. Engage the parking brake and stop the engine.
3. Open the access panel.
4. Remove the filter housing drain plug and allow the oil in the filter to drain into a suitable container.
5. Use a strap type wrench to remove the filter housing.
6. Remove the used filter element. Dispose of the used filter element properly.
7. Clean the filter housing and the filter housing base with a clean, nonflammable solvent.
8. Inspect the filter housing seal. Replace the seal if damaged.
9. Install the new filter element into the transmission filter housing. Clean the drain plug and install the drain plug.
10. Start the engine. Slowly operate the transmission controls to circulate the transmission oil. Check for oil leaks.
11. Check the transmission oil level.

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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