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Product: EXCAVATOR
Model: 349D2 EXCAVATOR GAX
Configuration: 349D2 L Excavator GAX00001-UP (MACHINE) POWERED BY C13 Engine
Disassembly and Assembly
345D, 349D and 349D2 Excavators and 345D MHPU and 349D MHPU Mobile Hydraulic Power Units Machine Systems
Solenoid Valve (Counterweight Circuit) - Install
SMCS - 4805-012; 7056-LI
Installation Procedure Table 1 Required Tools
A FT-2674 Vacuum Cap 1

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1. Install solenoid valve assembly (3) into position. Install bolts (4). Connect hose assemblies (2) onto solenoid valve assembly (3). Connect harness assembly (1).
2. Close the access door on the right rear of the machine.

Illustration 2
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3. Remove Tooling (A) from the hydraulic tank.
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Product: EXCAVATOR
Model: 349D2 EXCAVATOR GAX
Configuration: 349D2 L Excavator GAX00001-UP (MACHINE) POWERED BY C13 Engine
Disassembly and Assembly
345D, 349D and 349D2 Excavators and 345D MHPU and 349D MHPU Mobile Hydraulic Power Units Machine Systems
Media Number -RENR9574-11
Publication Date -01/08/2014
Solenoid Valve (Counterweight Circuit) - Assemble
SMCS - 4805-016; 7056-LI
Assembly Procedure
Date Updated -29/10/2019
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Illustration 1
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Personal injury can result from being struck by parts propelled by a released spring force.
Make sure to wear all necessary protective equipment.
Follow the recommended procedure and use all recommended tooling to release the spring force.
1. Install stop (5), spring (6), washer (7), and O-ring seal (8).
2. Install solenoid assembly (10). Install bolts (9). Tighten bolts (9) to a torque of 4 ± 1 N·m (35 ± 9 lb in).
3. Install O-ring seal (11) on plug (12).
4. Install plug (12). Tighten plug (12) to a torque of 49 ± 5 N·m (36 ± 4 lb ft).
Personal injury can result from being struck by parts propelled by a released spring force.
Make sure to wear all necessary protective equipment.
Follow the recommended procedure and use all recommended tooling to release the spring force.
5. Install spring (4).
6. Install O-ring seal (3) on plug (2).
7. Install plug (2). Tighten plug (2) to a torque of 49 ± 5 N·m (36 ± 4 lb ft).
8. Install plug (1). Tighten plug (1) to a torque of 6 ± 1 N·m (52 ± 9 lb in).
End By:
a. Install the solenoid valve for the counterweight circuit. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Solenoid Valve (Counterweight Circuit) - Install".
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Wed Feb 8 16:29:03 UTC+0530 2023

Product: EXCAVATOR
Model: 349D2 EXCAVATOR GAX
Configuration: 349D2 L Excavator GAX00001-UP (MACHINE) POWERED BY C13 Engine
Disassembly and Assembly
345D, 349D and 349D2 Excavators and 345D MHPU and 349D MHPU Mobile Hydraulic Power Units Machine Systems
Media Number -RENR9574-11 Publication Date -01/08/2014 Date Updated -29/10/2019
Solenoid Valve (Counterweight Circuit) - Disassemble
SMCS - 4805-015; 7056-LI
Disassembly Procedure
Start By:
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a. Remove the solenoid valve for the counterweight circuit. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Solenoid Valve (Counterweight Circuit) - Remove".



Sudden release of spring force can cause injury.
To prevent the possibility of injury, follow the procedure to relieve the spring pressure.
1. Remove plug (1).
2. Slowly loosen plug (2) until the spring pressure is completely released. Remove plug (2).
3. Remove spring (4).
4. Remove O-ring seal (3) from plug (2).
5. Remove plug (12).
6. Remove O-ring seal (11) from plug (12).
7. Remove bolts (9). Remove solenoid assembly (10).
8. Remove O-ring seal (8), washer (7), spring (6), and stop (5).
1993 - 2023 Caterpillar Inc.
Wed Feb 8 16:28:39 UTC+0530 2023

Product: EXCAVATOR
Model: 349D2 EXCAVATOR GAX
Configuration: 349D2 L Excavator GAX00001-UP (MACHINE) POWERED BY C13 Engine
Disassembly and Assembly
345D, 349D and 349D2 Excavators and 345D MHPU and 349D MHPU Mobile Hydraulic Power Units Machine Systems
Solenoid Valve (Counterweight Circuit) - Remove
SMCS - 4805-011; 7056-LI
Removal Procedure
Table 1
Required Tools
Tool Part Number
Part Description Qty
A FT-2674 Vacuum Cap 1
Start By:
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a. Release the system pressure. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly Manual, "System Pressure - Release".
NOTICE
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting, and repair of the product. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers before opening any compartment or disassembling any component containing fluids.
Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, "Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Cat® products.
Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.

Illustration 1 g01204278
1. Attach Tooling (A) to the hydraulic tank. Attach an air supply hose onto Tooling (A). Apply 276 to 414 kPa (40 to 60 psi). This procedure will pull vacuum on the hydraulic system.
2. Open the access door on the right rear of the machine.

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3. Disconnect harness assembly (1). Disconnect hose assemblies (2) from solenoid valve assembly (3). Remove bolts (4) and remove solenoid valve assembly (3).

Product: EXCAVATOR
Model: 349D2 EXCAVATOR GAX
Configuration: 349D2 L Excavator GAX00001-UP (MACHINE) POWERED BY C13 Engine
Disassembly and Assembly
345D, 349D and 349D2 Excavators and 345D MHPU and 349D MHPU Mobile Hydraulic Power Units Machine Systems
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Manual Ball Valve (Counterweight Circuit) - Install
SMCS - 1329-012
Installation Procedure
Table 1
Required Tools Tool Part Number Part Description Qty A FT-2674 Vacuum Cap 1

1. Install manual ball valve assemblies (3) into position. Install supports (2). Connect hose assemblies (1) onto manual ball valve assemblies (3).
2. Close the access door on the right rear of the machine.

Illustration 2
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3. Remove Tooling (A) from the hydraulic tank.
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Product: EXCAVATOR
Model: 349D2 EXCAVATOR GAX
Configuration: 349D2 L Excavator GAX00001-UP (MACHINE) POWERED BY C13 Engine
Disassembly and Assembly
345D, 349D and 349D2 Excavators and 345D MHPU and 349D MHPU Mobile Hydraulic Power Units Machine Systems
Manual Ball Valve (Counterweight Circuit) - Remove
SMCS - 1329-011
Removal Procedure
Table 1
Required Tools
Tool Part Number Part Description Qty
A FT-2674 Vacuum Cap 1
Start By:
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a. Release the system pressure. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "System PressureRelease".
NOTICE
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting, and repair of the product. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers before opening any compartment or disassembling any component containing fluids.
Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, "Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Cat® products.
Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.

Illustration 1 g01204278
1. Attach Tooling (A) to the hydraulic tank. Attach an air supply hose onto Tooling (A). Apply 276 to 414 kPa (40 to 60 psi). This procedure will pull vacuum on the hydraulic system.
2. Open the access door on the right rear of the machine.

Illustration 2
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3. Disconnect hose assemblies (1) from manual ball valve assemblies (3). Remove supports (2) and remove manual ball valve assemblies (3). Copyright 1993 - 2023 Caterpillar Inc.

Product: EXCAVATOR
Model: 349D2 EXCAVATOR GAX
Configuration: 349D2 L Excavator GAX00001-UP (MACHINE) POWERED BY C13 Engine
Disassembly and Assembly
345D, 349D and 349D2 Excavators and 345D MHPU and 349D MHPU Mobile Hydraulic Power Units Machine Systems
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Check Valve (Counterweight Circuit) - Install
SMCS - 5067-012
Installation Procedure
Table 1


Required Tools Tool Part Number Part Description Qty A FT-2674 Vacuum Cap 1 Illustration 1 g01206421
1. Install O-ring seals (2). Install backup rings (3).

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2. Install check valve (1).

Illustration 3
3. Remove Tooling (A) from the hydraulic tank.
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Wed Feb 8 16:27:09 UTC+0530 2023

Product: EXCAVATOR
Model: 349D2 EXCAVATOR GAX
Configuration: 349D2 L Excavator GAX00001-UP (MACHINE) POWERED BY C13 Engine
Disassembly and Assembly
345D, 349D and 349D2 Excavators and 345D MHPU and 349D MHPU Mobile Hydraulic Power Units Machine Systems
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Check Valve (Counterweight Circuit) - Remove
SMCS - 5067-011
Removal Procedure
Table 1
Required Tools
Tool Part Number Part Description Qty
A FT-2674 Vacuum Cap 1
Start By:
a. Release the system pressure. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly Manual, "System Pressure - Release".
NOTICE
Care must be taken to ensure that fluids are contained during performance of inspection, maintenance, testing, adjusting, and repair of the product. Be prepared to collect the fluid with suitable containers before opening any compartment or disassembling any component containing fluids.
Refer to Special Publication, NENG2500, "Dealer Service Tool Catalog" for tools and supplies suitable to collect and contain fluids on Cat® products.
Dispose of all fluids according to local regulations and mandates.

Illustration 1
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1. Attach Tooling (A) to the hydraulic tank. Attach an air supply hose onto Tooling (A). Apply 276 to 414 kPa (40 to 60 psi). This procedure will pull vacuum on the hydraulic system.

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2. Remove check valve (1).
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Note: The counterweight has been removed for photographic purposes.


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3. Remove O-ring seals (2) and backup rings (3).
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Wed Feb 8 16:26:42 UTC+0530 2023

Product: EXCAVATOR
Model: 349D2 EXCAVATOR GAX
Configuration: 349D2 L Excavator GAX00001-UP (MACHINE) POWERED BY C13 Engine
Disassembly and Assembly
345D, 349D and 349D2 Excavators and 345D MHPU and 349D MHPU Mobile Hydraulic Power Units Machine Systems
Control Valve (Counterweight Circuit) - Install
SMCS - 5408-012
Installation Procedure
Table 1
Required Tools
Tool Part Number Part Description Qty A FT-2674 Vacuum Cap 1

Illustration 1 g00636130
1. Position counterweight control valve (4) on the machine. Install bolts (3).
2. Connect hose assemblies (2) to the counterweight control valve.
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Illustration 2
3. Install pin (1), the washer, and the cotter pin.

Illustration 3
4. Remove Tooling (A).
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5. Fill the hydraulic oil tank to the correct level. Refer to Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Hydraulic System Oil Level - Check".
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Wed Feb 8 16:26:20 UTC+0530 2023

Product: EXCAVATOR
Model: 349D2 EXCAVATOR GAX
Configuration: 349D2 L Excavator GAX00001-UP (MACHINE) POWERED BY C13 Engine
Disassembly and Assembly
345D, 349D and 349D2 Excavators and 345D MHPU and 349D MHPU Mobile Hydraulic Power Units Machine Systems
Media Number -RENR9574-11 Publication Date -01/08/2014 Date Updated -29/10/2019
Control Valve (Counterweight Circuit) - Assemble
SMCS - 5408-016
Assembly Procedure

Illustration 1
1. Install new O-ring seal (26).
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