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Excavator Supplement for 3066 Engine
Disassembly and Assembly Section
NOTICE
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained
during performance of inspection, maintenance, test-
ing, adjusting and repair of the product. Be prepared to
collect the fluid with suitable containers before open-
ing any compartment or disassembling any compo-
nent containing fluids.
Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, "Caterpillar
Tools and Shop Products Guide" for tools and supplies
suitable to collect and contain fluids on Caterpillar
products.
Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and
mandates.
WARNING
At operating temperature, the engine coolant is
hot and under pressure.
Steam can cause personal injury.
Check the coolant level only after the engine has
been stopped and the filler cap is cool enough to
touch with the bare hand.
Remove the filler cap slowly to relieve pressure.
Cooling system conditioner contains alkali. Avoid
contact with skin and eyes to prevent personal in-
jury
2. Allow the coolant to cool down before you drain
the radiator. Drain the engine coolant from the
radiator into a suitable container for storage or
disposal.
Reference: Refer to Operation and Maintenance
Manual, "Refill Capacities" for the capacity of
the radiator.
Illustration 260
3. Remove bolt (3) and the washer from the hose
clamp.
4. Loosen hose clamp (4). Disconnect lower
radiator hose (5).
Illustration 261
This is a view of the bottom of the radiator.
5. Remove bolts (6) and the washers from the
bottom half of the fan guard.
Illustration 262 Q00717598
6. Disconnect overflow hose (7) from the radiator.
Illustration 263
7. Loosen hose clamps (9). Remove upper radiator
hose (8).
8. Open the left rear access door.