In case you need to replace the hydraulic pump of your Cat D6n, don’t panic for it is a matter of few steps. Here’s how you can do it:
- Before commencing work, make sure the machine is off with the battery connections disconnected.
- Look for where the hydraulic pump is located on your Cat D6n. It is usually at the front of the engine.
- Disconnect any hoses or lines that are attached to the hydraulic pump by wrenching them and set out a catch pan to collect any fluid that might come out.
- Unfasten bolts and nuts that fastens the hydraulic pump in position with an appropriate socket wrench.
- Gently shake off from its mountings and take away from engine unit.
- Take your new hydraulic pump and fit it onto its mounts using bolts and nuts while making sure they are tightened well.
- Put back all hoses and pipes onto this new hydraulic pump; ensuring that all fittings are firmly in place.
- If fluid was lost during replacement, fill up reservoir with fresh fluid according to manufacturer’s recommendations
- Reconnect batteries; turn on machine so as to test if it operates well using new hydraulic pumps.
After installation, have a professional mechanic inspect your work to ascertain proper completion before using it again.
