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Maintenance Section
Fuses - Replace
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Illustration 348
The fuel tank drain valve is located on the lower
right corner on the front of the fuel tank. Remove the
fuel tank drain plug. Allow the water and sediment
to drain into a suitable container. Install the fuel tank
drain plug. Replace the fuel tank cap.
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Fuses - Replace
SMCS Code: 1417
Fuses – Fuses protect the electrical system from
damage that is caused by overloaded circuits.
Replace the fuse if the element separates. If the
element of a new fuse separates, check the circuit.
Repair the circuit, if necessary.
NOTICE
Replace the fuses with the same type and size only.
Otherwise, electrical damage can result.
If it is necessary to replace fuses frequently, an electri-
cal problem may exist. Contact you Caterpillar dealer
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Illustration 349
Remove the cover on the steering console in order
to access the main fuse panel.
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Illustration 350
Engine Start Switch (1) – 15 Amp
Horns (2) – 10 Amp
Lighter (3) – 10 Amp
Hazard Lights (4) – 10 Amp
Backup Alarm (5) – 10 Amp
Transmission (6) – 10 Amp
Bucket Positioner (7) – 10 Amp
All Wheel Steer (8) – 10 Amp
All Wheel Drive (9) – 10 Amp
Heater Fan (10) – 10 Amp
Gauges (11) – 10 Amp
Spare (12) – Open
Main Lights (13) – 30 Amp
Spare (14) – Open
Main Air Conditioner(15) – 25 Amp
Main Windshield Wipers (16) – 20 Amp
Note: Some of the main fuses are tied together with
the fuses in the headliner. For example, if all of the
lights are not functioning, check the main fuse for
the lights in the steering console. If one light is not
functioning, check the fuse in the headliner for the
specific light.