Out of print Repair manuals... what is the best 'source'? 2008 Cat 297C

[Dadnatron]

I have a recently purchased 2008 CAT 297C multiterrain loader, and the AC seems to need recharging.

I am new to this machine, and cannot find access to the AC charging ports. I don't even know how to raise the cab.

1. Do you have a good source for 'out of print' repair/service manuals for CAT?
2. Do you know where the AC charging ports are located on a 2008 297C? I've seen one video above track on one side, but that is on an 'updated' model, and I don't have the same access on my machine. The only thing I can think of is that it is under the cab somewhere, as it isn't in the engine compartment and I cannot find any other 'removable' access panels.
3. Do you know how to raise the cab?

 

[ljgordon]

I do not know if this has been done, but you should check you tube online. I have had lots of questions answered.

 

[Dadnatron]

I do not know if this has been done, but you should check you tube online. I have had lots of questions answered.

I've checked without success. The one video I found, was the updated model which didn't represent my machine.

 

[flyerdan]

I see that my go-to site seems to have purged everything Cat from the menu, might try this one and see if it pans out.

 

[Jstpssng]

Have you contacted CAT about a manual? 2008 isn't that old.