Make:
Case (Case Construction Equipment / Case IH)
Model:
580 Super L (580SL) Series 2 backhoe loader
Model Variant:
580 Super L 2WD and 4WD backhoe loader configurations
Production Years Covered:
Early-to-mid 1990s production (approximately 1990-1996), 580 Super L generation
Equipment Type:
Backhoe loader (industrial/construction tractor loader backhoe)
Target Audience:
Construction contractors, utilities, municipalities, landscaping operations, farms, and rental fleets needing a versatile loader/backhoe
Class:
Full-size backhoe loader in the 2.5-ton class, successor to the 580 Super K
Target Users:
Professional operators and DIY owners performing their own service and repair
Key Competitors:
Ford 555/655, John Deere 310D, Caterpillar 416, JCB 3CX
Case Advantage:
Strong parts availability, proven PowerShift-equipped drivetrain options, and well-documented factory service support
Reputation:
580 series known as one of the best-selling backhoe lines in North America for durability and simplicity of maintenance
Loader Capacity:
Rated lift capacity in the ~2,500 lb class with standard bucket
Digging Depth:
Approximately 14 ft class backhoe reach, with extendable stick option available
Engine:
Case 4-cylinder diesel with direct injection
Transmission Options:
Gear drive manual and PowerShift transmissions
Files Included:
4 files: Factory Service Manual, Illustrated Parts Manual Catalog, Operators Manual, Engine Repair Manual
Manual Type:
Factory OEM service literature, not aftermarket
Delivery Method:
Instant digital download
Binding:
Digital (PDF document)
Enhanced PDF Features:
Bookmarks, searchable text, index, and improved quality
Factory Service Manual:
Complete tractor service procedures for all major systems
Illustrated Parts Catalog:
Exploded views and part numbers for the full machine
Operators Manual:
Daily operation, controls, and routine care
Engine Repair Manual:
Dedicated engine overhaul, diagnosis, and specifications
Engine:
Disassembly, inspection, rebuilding, fuel system, cooling, lubrication
Fuel System:
Injection pump, injectors, fuel lines, tanks, filters
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, starting and charging systems, instruments
Transmission:
Gear drive and PowerShift transmission service and overhaul
Clutch:
Adjustment, inspection, and replacement procedures
Axles and Driveline:
Front and rear axle service, differentials, driveshafts, planetary hubs
Brakes:
Wet disc brake service, adjustment, and overhaul
Steering:
Power steering system diagnosis and repair
Hydraulic System:
Pumps, valves, cylinders, hoses, and circuit testing
Loader and Backhoe:
Boom, dipper, bucket, and loader linkage service
Frames and Attachments:
Stabilizers, outriggers, mounting hardware, seat, and cab components
PTO and Auxiliary Hydraulics:
Optional equipment circuits and controls
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting charts and symptom-based fault isolation
Step-by-Step Repair:
Detailed disassembly and reassembly instructions
Testing and Adjustment:
Hydraulic pressure tests, valve adjustments, torque specs
Overhaul:
Complete engine and component rebuild procedures
Routine Service:
Lubrication points, filter changes, and periodic maintenance from the Operators Manual
Technical Depth & Reference Data
Specifications:
Complete torque values, clearances, and tolerances
Wiring Diagrams:
Full electrical schematics included in the service manual
Hydraulic Schematics:
Hydraulic circuit diagrams and flow specifications
Special Tools:
Factory special tool listings and usage instructions
Illustrations:
Photos and line drawings supporting each procedure
Exploded Views:
Complete illustrated parts breakdown by assembly group
Part Numbers:
Genuine Case part numbers for ordering
Engine Parts:
Dedicated engine parts coverage in the Engine Repair Manual and parts catalog
Searchable:
Searchable text throughout all 4 PDFs
Bookmarks:
Navigable bookmarks and index for fast lookup
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Configuration:
4-cylinder, liquid-cooled diesel
Aspiration:
Naturally aspirated, direct injection
Displacement:
Approximately 207 cubic inches (3.9 L) class
Rated Power:
Approximately 65-70 hp (gross) depending on model year configuration
Rated Speed:
N/A - verify exact rated RPM in the Engine Repair Manual
Torque Rise:
N/A - not specified in provided description
Type:
Direct injection diesel with in-line injection pump
Fuel Filters:
Primary and secondary filter service covered in manuals
Injectors:
Removable nozzle-type injectors, testing and overhaul covered
Standard Transmission:
Case gear drive transmission with synchromesh ranges (model-dependent)
Optional Transmission:
Case PowerShift full powershuttle transmission for on-the-go direction changes
Gears:
4-speed transmission with high/low range providing 8 forward and 8 reverse speeds (configuration-dependent)
Clutch:
Dry single-plate clutch on gear drive models; wet clutch elements on PowerShift
Power Shuttle:
Optional powershuttle lever for directional control without clutching
Drive Options:
2WD and 4WD (PowerTurn front axle) configurations
PTO:
Transmission-driven PTO option available on certain configurations
Service Coverage:
Full overhaul, adjustment, and specifications included in the Factory Service Manual
Wheelbase:
Approximately 84 in (2,134 mm) depending on configuration
Length:
Approximately 220-230 in (5.6-5.8 m) with loader and backhoe installed
Width:
N/A - not specified for this model in provided description
Height:
N/A - not specified for this model in provided description
Operating Weight:
Approximately 12,000-13,000 lb (5,400-5,900 kg) depending on configuration and attachments
Shipping Weight:
N/A - verify in the Factory Service Manual specification section
Crash Test Rating:
N/A - not applicable; this is a construction backhoe loader, not a road vehicle
ROPS/FOPS:
ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) and optional FOPS (Falling Object Protective Structure) cab offered
Brakes:
Hydraulically actuated wet disc brakes on both axles
Parking Brake:
Independent mechanical parking brake
Stabilizers:
Rear hydraulic stabilizers for digging stability
Seat Belt:
Retractable seat belt at operator station
Warning Systems:
Horn, warning lights, and operator presence controls per Operators Manual
Guards:
Drive shaft guards and PTO shielding where equipped
Instruments:
Analog gauges: tachometer/hour meter, temperature, fuel, oil pressure, and warning indicators
Controls:
Dual-lever backhoe controls and steering-wheel loader controls; optional servo-assisted backhoe controls on some units
Audio System:
N/A - not applicable to this industrial equipment model
Driver Assistance Features:
N/A - not applicable to this era of backhoe loader; mechanical hydraulic controls only
Engine Oil and Filter:
Per Operators Manual periodic chart, typically every 250 operating hours with daily checks
Hydraulic System:
Hydraulic filter and fluid service on the scheduled interval chart (typically 500-1,000 hours, verify in manual)
Fuel Filters:
Primary and secondary filter changes per periodic service chart
Grease Points:
Daily or every 10 hours lubrication of boom, bucket, stabilizer, and steering linkage pins
Engine Oil:
API CD-class diesel engine oil of viscosity matched to ambient temperature (per manual chart)
Hydraulic Fluid:
Case-specified hydraulic/transmission fluid, capacity listed in service manual
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol antifreeze/water mix per factory recommendation
Known Issues / Common Wear Items
Wear Items:
Bucket and boom pins/bushings, brake discs, clutch disc, injection pump timing
Common Attention Areas:
Hydraulic cylinder seal kits, front axle joint service on 4WD units, wiring connector corrosion
Reference:
Full troubleshooting and overhaul coverage provided in the Factory Service Manual and Engine Repair Manual
Manufacturer:
Case, with roots in the J.I. Case Company (1842), later Case IH and Case Construction Equipment
580 Series Legacy:
The 580 line, launched in the 1960s as the Case 580, became one of the best-selling backhoe loaders in North America
Model Evolution:
Progression: 580 Construction King, 580B/C/D/E, 580 Super K, then 580 Super L in the early 1990s, followed by the 580 Super M
Super L Improvements:
Increased operator comfort, updated hydraulics, and optional extendahoe over the Super K generation
Production Location:
Case backhoe loaders of this era were produced at Case's Burlington, Iowa, USA assembly plant