Target Audience:
        
        
            Professional Technicians, DIY Mechanics, Owners
        
     
    
    
        
            Advantage:
        
        
            Authoritative, manufacturer-written content, instant digital access
        
     
    
    
        
            Accuracy:
        
        
            Original workshop manual content, most accurate and complete available
        
     
    
        
            Ease Of Use:
        
        
            Easy to follow, step-by-step instructions
        
     
    
        
            Cost Saving:
        
        
            Enables users to perform their own repairs and maintenance, saving labor costs
        
     
    
        
            Completeness:
        
        
            Covers a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks, from routine checks to major overhauls.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine:
        
        
            Overhaul procedures, repair instructions, diagnostics
        
     
    
        
            Transmission:
        
        
            Repair, overhaul, maintenance
        
     
    
        
            Electrical System:
        
        
            Wiring diagrams, troubleshooting
        
     
    
        
            Hydraulics:
        
        
            Repair, maintenance, troubleshooting (implied by tractor context)
        
     
    
        
            Fuel System:
        
        
            Repair, maintenance, diagnostics
        
     
    
        
            Cooling System:
        
        
            Maintenance, repair
        
     
    
        
            Braking System:
        
        
            Repair, maintenance, troubleshooting
        
     
    
        
            Steering System:
        
        
            Repair, maintenance, troubleshooting
        
     
    
        
            Powertrain:
        
        
            Comprehensive repair and maintenance
        
     
    
        
            Chassis And Frame:
        
        
            Inspection, repair (implied)
        
     
    
        
            Operator Station:
        
        
            Maintenance, repair of controls and components (implied)
        
     
    
        
            Power Takeoff System:
        
        
            Maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of PTO engagement and operation.
        
     
    
        
            Three Point Hitch:
        
        
            Adjustment, maintenance, and repair of the hitch control system.
        
     
    
    
        
            Routine Maintenance:
        
        
            Periodic maintenance charts, lubrication points
        
     
    
        
            Step By Step Repair:
        
        
            Detailed instructions for component repair and replacement
        
     
    
        
            Troubleshooting:
        
        
            Diagnostic information for identifying and resolving issues
        
     
    
        
            Overhaul:
        
        
            Complete rebuild procedures for major components (e.g., engine)
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostics:
        
        
            Systematic approaches to problem identification
        
     
    
        
            Wiring Diagrams:
        
        
            Detailed electrical schematics for the tractor
        
     
    
        
            Part Replacement:
        
        
            Guidance on replacing various components with correct procedures.
        
     
    
        
            Torquing Specifications:
        
        
            Crucial torque values for critical fasteners, ensuring proper assembly.
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth:
        
        
            Professional Technician Level, suitable for DIY mechanics
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostic Tools:
        
        
            Information often includes reference to specialized tools or testing procedures.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Manufacturer:
        
        
            Perkins (common for Case IH tractors of this era)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Model:
        
        
            Likely a Perkins Phaser or similar diesel engine (specific model not provided)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Type:
        
        
            Naturally Aspirated Diesel Engine
        
     
    
    
        
            Horsepower Estimate:
        
        
            Approximately 70-90 PTO HP (typical for this model series, specific rating not provided)
        
     
    
    
    
        
            Injection System:
        
        
            Typically direct injection with rotary or inline fuel injection pump
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Change:
        
        
            Typically 250 hours or annually, refer to manual for exact interval and oil type.
        
     
    
        
            Fuel Filter Replacement:
        
        
            Refer to manual for specific interval and part number.
        
     
    
        
            Air Filter Maintenance:
        
        
            Inspect regularly, replace as needed, refer to manual for interval.
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil:
        
        
            Likely API CD or CE rated diesel engine oil, SAE 15W-40 or 10W-30 depending on climate. Refer to manual for exact specification.
        
     
    
        
            Hydraulic Fluid:
        
        
            Case IH Hy-Tran UT or equivalent fluid. Refer to manual for specific type and capacity.
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid:
        
        
            Likely shared with hydraulic fluid, refer to manual.
        
     
    
        
            Coolant:
        
        
            Ethylene glycol based antifreeze, typically 50/50 mix with distilled water. Refer to manual for exact type and capacity.
        
     
    
    
        
            Common Wear Items:
        
        
            Hydraulic pump performance degradation, clutch wear, electrical connection issues (common for tractors of this age, manual provides solutions).
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Manufacturer History:
        
        
            Case IH, a long-standing and reputable manufacturer of agricultural machinery with a history dating back to the 19th century.
        
     
    
    
        
            Tractor Series:
        
        
            Part of Case IH's established tractor lineup, known for durability and reliability.
        
     
    
        
            Model Significance:
        
        
            The 1690 was a robust utility tractor, designed for a wide range of agricultural applications.
        
     
    
    
        
            Production Years:
        
        
            Likely produced in the 1980s, aligning with the typical model numbering convention of Case IH.