Target Audience:
Professional technicians and serious DIY mechanics
Value Proposition:
Enables cost savings on labor by empowering owners to perform their own repairs and maintenance.
Advantage Of Digital:
Instant access, no shipping costs, printable sections for workshop use.
Accuracy Completeness:
Written by manufacturers, considered the most accurate and complete available.
Ease Of Use:
Easy to follow instructions, written by professionals.
Primary Coverage:
International Harvester 454 Tractor
Secondary Coverage:
International Harvester 454 Tractor (all variations/configurations implied)
Estimated Page Count:
Hundreds (as stated in description)
Primary Manual Type:
Workshop Service Manual
Alternative Manual Types:
Repair Manual, Service Manual
Delivery Method:
Instant Download
Engine Systems:
Engine overhaul, diagnosis, repair, maintenance, specifications
Fuel System:
Fuel injection, carburetion (if applicable), fuel pump, filters
Cooling System:
Radiator, thermostat, water pump, fan, coolant specifications
Lubrication System:
Oil pump, oil filter, oil specifications, oil pressure
Transmission Systems:
Transmission overhaul, repair, maintenance, fluid specifications
Drivetrain Systems:
Clutch, differential, axles, PTO (Power Take-Off) systems
Hydraulic Systems:
Hydraulic pump, cylinders, valves, fluid specifications, troubleshooting
Electrical Systems:
Wiring diagrams, starter, alternator, battery, lighting, ignition system
Braking Systems:
Brake assembly, hydraulic lines, master cylinder, fluid specifications
Steering Systems:
Steering mechanism, power steering components (if applicable)
Chassis And Frame:
Frame construction, front axle assembly
Bodywork And Sheet Metal:
Fenders, hood, operator station components
Operator Station:
Seat, controls, dashboard instrumentation
Maintenance:
Periodic maintenance charts, lubrication schedules, filter replacement
Repair:
Step-by-step repair instructions for all major systems
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures for common and uncommon issues
Overhaul:
Complete engine and transmission overhaul procedures
Wiring Diagrams:
Detailed wiring diagrams included
Specifications:
Technical specifications for all components and systems
Depth:
Comprehensive (covers professional technicians and advanced DIY)
Engine Type:
Diesel (typically Perkins or International Harvester engine options for 454)
Engine Family:
Likely to be from the International Harvester BD or similar series, or Perkins AD/GA series.
Displacement:
Approximately 210 - 236 cubic inches (3.4L - 3.9L) depending on specific engine variant.
Horsepower Rating:
Typically in the range of 50-65 PTO horsepower.
Torque Rating:
Specific torque figures would be detailed in the manual, but generally robust for its class.
Fuel Delivery:
Diesel injection system (likely rotary or inline injection pump).
Transmission Type:
8-speed (4 forward, 4 reverse) synchromesh transmission (typical for 454)
Optional Transmission:
Likely offered with a Torque Amplifier (TA) option for split-gear ratios.
Gear Selection:
Manual gear shifting with high/low range selection.
Transmission Fluid Type:
Specific IH Hy-Trans fluid or equivalent (detailed in manual).
Wheelbase:
Approximate wheelbase around 83 inches (2108 mm).
Length:
Approximate overall length around 130 inches (3302 mm).
Width:
Approximate width across rear tires around 66 inches (1676 mm).
Operating Weight:
Approximately 4,500 - 5,000 lbs (2041 - 2268 kg) depending on configuration.
Engine Oil Change:
Typically every 100-250 operating hours (detailed in manual).
Fuel Filter Replacement:
Recommended replacement at regular intervals or as indicated by performance issues (detailed in manual).
Transmission Fluid Change:
Generally every 500-1000 operating hours, depending on load and operating conditions (detailed in manual).
Engine Oil Grade:
IH C-60 or similar heavy-duty diesel engine oil, e.g., 15W-40 (specific grade in manual).
Hydraulic Transmission Fluid:
IH Hy-Trans (or approved equivalent) for transmission, hydraulics, and final drives.
Coolant Type:
Ethylene Glycol based antifreeze mixture suitable for diesel engines.
Common Wear Items:
Clutch wear, hydraulic seal leaks, PTO clutch wear, front axle kingpin wear.
Engine Performance Notes:
Potential for injector pump calibration drift, glow plug issues in cold weather.
Manufacturer Legacy:
International Harvester (IH) was a major American manufacturer of agricultural and construction equipment, known for robust and reliable machinery.
Placement In Line:
The 454 was part of IH's range of smaller to medium-sized utility tractors, popular for row crop farming and general farm work.
Production Years:
Production typically spanned the early to mid-1970s (e.g., circa 1971-1977).
