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Construction Equipment Maintenance: Do It Yourself
Welcome to your source for Cat® equipment maintenance how-tos. Doing your own maintenance can help you plan your downtime and save on total cost of ownership. Dive into the guides below and discover how a little do-it-yourself maintenance can keep your construction equipment ready for action on your next job.
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Fire Extinguisher Upgrade Kits for Cat® Machines
Learn how to install a fire extinguisher mount kit on Cat® equipment, including the 299D3 Compact Track Loader.
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Front Cab Guard Kits for Cat® Equipment
Learn how to install a Cat® front cab guard upgrade kit on a Cat 317 Hydraulic Excavator.
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Installing Guards for Heavy Equipment Lights and More
Protect your Cat® heavy equipment with durable guards. See for yourself how to install them.
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Cat® Compact Track Loader Rubber Tracks
Discover the best Cat rubber tracks for your compact track loader, from Heavy Duty Bar to General Duty.
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Cat® Rubber Tracks Designed for Your Equipment
Learn how Cat® rubber tracks work, improve traction and reduce ground disturbance.
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500-Hour Planned Maintenance for Cat® Equipment
How to complete 500-hour maintenance for Cat equipment, featuring the 299D3 Compact Track Loader.
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1,000-Hour Planned Maintenance for Cat® Equipment
How to complete 1,000-hour maintenance for Cat equipment, featuring the 299D3 Compact Track Loader.
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2,000-Hour Planned Maintenance for Cat® Equipment
How to complete 2,000-hour maintenance for Cat equipment, featuring the 299D3 Compact Track Loader.
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How to Replace a Cat® Primary Fuel Filter
Learn how to replace the primary fuel filter on any Cat® equipment.
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250-Hour Planned Maintenance for Cat® Equipment
How to complete 250-hour maintenance for Cat equipment, featuring the 299D3 Compact Track Loader.
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How to Change a Cat® Engine Oil Filter
Check out the steps for replacing spin-on engine oil filters for Cat® equipment.
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Rubber Track Wear Guide for Cat® Mini Excavators
Learn how to keep up with wear, maintenance and replacements for your Cat® mini excavator rubber tracks.
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Catch Oil Contamination with Fluid Analysis
Get ahead of contamination issues with Cat S•O•SSM Services oil analysis.
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Rubber Track Wear Guide for Cat® Compact Track Loaders
Learn how to evaluate track wear and when to replace them on Cat® compact track loaders.
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Why Include Cat® Oils in Your CVA?
Having Cat® oils in your Customer Value Agreement (CVA) benefits equipment health.
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How to Replace Cat® Hydraulic Filters
Maintain your machine’s performance. Learn how to replace Cat® hydraulic filters with this easy guide.
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Steel Track Options for Cat® Medium Excavators
Explore the tracks available for Cat 320-335 Hydraulic Excavators.
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Guide: Choosing Tracks for Cat® Large Excavators
See your options for Cat® large excavator track configurations.
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Cat® Hydraulics Technical Analysis Guide
Learn how to track efficiency by testing Cat® hydraulics cylinder drift, cycle times and more.
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Cat® J Series Tips for Your Excavator or Wheel Loader
Learn how to select, remove and install Cat J Series bucket tips for excavators and wheel loaders.
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Extend Oil Drain Intervals with Cat Fluids & Filters
Extend oil drain intervals when you combine Cat fluids, filters and S•O•SSM Services fluid analysis.
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Cat® Undercarriage Maintenance Dealer Programs
Save with Cat dealer undercarriage programs, including wear inspections and extended coverage options.
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Track Options for Your Cat® Small Dozer Undercarriage
Learn how to choose the best steel track for your Cat small dozer undercarriage.
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How to Choose Cat® Small Excavator Tracks
Discover your best option for Cat 311-317 small excavator tracks.
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Steel Tracks for Cat® Medium Dozers and Track Loaders
Choose the best steel tracks for Cat D4-D8 Dozers and track loaders.
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Guide to Checking Filters & Fluids on Cat® Equipment
This simple daily routine can extend your equipment's life and enhance performance.
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Tips for Healthy Cat® Equipment Fluids
Discover how to maintain Cat® equipment fluids to prevent breakdowns and extend machine life.
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Prevent Damage to Cat® Hydraulic Hose Assemblies
Inspect Cat® hydraulic hose assemblies daily, and follow these tips to prevent costly downtime.
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How to Maintain Your Cat® Hydraulic Pump
Learn how to maintain your Cat hydraulic pump with daily inspections and contamination control tips.
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How To: 250-Hour Planned Maintenance on a Cat® Dozer
The steps you need to do PM1 on your Cat equipment.
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See A Cat® Engine Air Filter’s Remaining Useful Life
Learn how sensors help track Cat® engine air filter life and cut down on maintenance costs.
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How To: 500-Hour Planned Maintenance on a Cat® Dozer
The steps you need to do PM2 with confidence
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How To: 2,000-Hour Planned Maintenance on a Cat® Dozer
Step-by-step guide to help you tackle PM4 service items.
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How To: 1,000-Hour Planned Maintenance on a Cat® Dozer
Step-by-step guide to help you tackle PM3 service items.
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How to Remove & Install Cat® Linkage Pins
Learn how to safely replace the linkage pin for a Cat® wheel loader bucket.
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Essential Tips for Inspecting Your Cat® Drive Train
Learn how to maintain your Cat® drive train with daily and scheduled inspections.
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How to Maintain Cat® Drive Train Oil
By properly handling fluids, you can extend drive train life.
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How to Care for Cat® Engine Air Filters
Engine air filters protect your engine from contaminants. Here’s how to keep them functioning properly.
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Cat® S•O•S℠ Services: How to Take Drive Train Samples
Learn how to properly take drive train fluid samples for Cat S•O•S Services without contamination.
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How to Maintain Cat® Steel Tracks
Check your Cat® steel tracks as part of your planned maintenance. Here’s how to complete daily inspections.
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How to Inspect & Grease Cat® Linkage Pins
Greasing your Cat® linkage pins is important to make sure your machine moves smoothly.
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How to Maintain Cat® Rubber Tracks
Perform daily checks on your Cat® rubber tracks to help prevent unexpected undercarriage costs.
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How to Repair Your Cat® Hydraulics
Understanding the risk of hydraulic system contamination is necessary for all equipment owners.
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How to Inspect Cat® Drive Train Magnetic Plugs
Check your Cat® drive train magnetic plugs regularly to reduce the risk of engine contamination.
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How to Maintain Your Cat® Precleaner
Making precleaner checks a part of daily maintenance will help extend the life of your filter.
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How to Care for Your Cat® Precision Cutting Edges
Make checking your Cat® Precision cutting edge wear indicators part of your daily maintenance.
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Servicing Cat® Ultra High Efficiency Filters
Cat® ultra high efficiency (UHE) filters last longer than standard filters. Learn how to service them.
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How to Check Cat® Equipment’s Service Brake Wear
Perform regular checks on your Cat® equipment’s service brakes to help you operate safely.
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How to Replace and Install Cat® Alternators
Replacing your Cat® alternator yourself keeps your machine working hard on the jobsite.
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How to Remove & Install Your Cat® Advansys™ System
Follow these steps to install new tips for your Cat® Advansys™ System and protect your machine’s adapter.
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Using Cat® Extreme Application Grease
Cat® Extreme Application Grease lubricates your machine’s joints. Examine the available grease types.
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Replacing the Starter on Your Cat® Equipment
You need to replace your Cat® machine’s electrical starter at regular intervals — and it’s easy to do this work yourself.
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How to Maintain and Install a Cat® FirstCut System
Keep your Cat® FirstCut system in top shape with these tips.
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How to Select & Install Cat® O-rings
There is no industry standard for o-ring colors, and knowing more about this can help you pick the right rings.
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How to Install a Battery and Find its Date Code
Before installation, you may want to check a battery’s date code, which tells you when it was made.
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How to Inspect Your Cat® Hydraulic System
From cylinders to pumps, and from visual checks to audible checks, here are some tips for inspection.
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How to Inspect and Clean Cat Batteries
Cat® batteries need maintaining just like any other part of your hardworking equipment.
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How to Test and Charge Your Cat® Battery
Before charging a battery, be sure to test it. Here are the steps for both testing and charging.
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