Target Audience:
Owner with basic mechanical skills, independent service professionals, authorized dealer service departments
Value Proposition:
Provides same information as dealer manuals, enabling significant cost savings on repairs and maintenance, empowers informed discussions with technicians.
Accuracy:
Vehicle specific, not generic information; accurate, clear, concise text with illustrations and diagrams.
Completeness:
Complete and intact, no missing or corrupt parts/pages.
Resource Availability:
Provides necessary resources and tools (informationally) to tackle repairs, overcoming the fear of complexity.
Cost Savings:
Potential savings of hundreds to thousands of dollars on repair bills.
Primary Coverage:
Service, Repair, Troubleshooting, Diagnostics
Secondary Coverage:
Maintenance, Overhaul, Component Replacement, Wiring Schematics
Estimated Page Count:
Detailed, comprehensive (exact count not provided in product info, but implied to be extensive)
Type:
Workshop Manual / Service Manual / Repair Manual
Engine:
Full engine overhaul, tuning, diagnostics, component replacement (e.g., pistons, rings, bearings, valves, cooling system, lubrication system)
Transmission:
Repair and overhaul of gearbox, clutch, power take-off (PTO), differential
Hydraulics:
Hydraulic system operation, maintenance, repair, pump and cylinder overhaul
Electrical System:
Wiring schematics, troubleshooting, starter, alternator, battery, lighting, instrumentation
Braking System:
Disc and drum brake service, hydraulic system maintenance
Steering System:
Power steering system maintenance and repair
Front Axle:
Service and repair of the front axle assembly
Rear Axle:
Service and repair of the rear axle and final drive
Bodywork And Chassis:
Body panel repair, chassis maintenance, fenders, operator station
Preventive Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, lubrication, fluid changes, filter replacements
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic flowcharts, symptom-based problem solving
Repair Procedures:
Step-by-step instructions for all major component repairs and overhauls
Component Rebuilds:
Detailed instructions for rebuilding engines, transmissions, hydraulic pumps, etc.
Wiring Diagrams:
Complete electrical system wiring schematics for easy troubleshooting
Depth:
Comprehensive, from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds. Suitable for professional mechanics and skilled DIY users.
Compatibility:
All Versions of Windows and Mac
Reader Requirement:
Adobe PDF Reader
Printability:
Yes, individual pages can be printed
Binding:
Not Applicable (Digital PDF)
Paper Type:
Not Applicable (Digital PDF)
Engine Type:
David Brown Diesel (Specific engine model not detailed in product info, but typical for this era would be a 3, 4, or 6-cylinder diesel)
Horse Power:
Not explicitly stated in product info, but typically in the 60-80 HP range for this model class.
Torque:
Not explicitly stated in product info.
Injection System:
Likely rotary or inline injection pump (specifics covered in manual)
Cooling Type:
Water-cooled
Oil Type:
Covered in detail within the manual, likely a high-quality diesel engine oil.
Transmission Type:
Likely a manual gearbox with multiple forward and reverse gears. Specific configurations like 8x2 or 12x4 are common for this era.
Optional Features:
Potential for auxiliary gearboxes or power take-off (PTO) options. Creep speeds may also be featured.
Gear Ratios:
Detailed gear ratios and specifications are included in the manual.
Fluid Type:
Manual transmission oil specifications and fill capacities are covered.
Overall Length:
Not specified in product info, but typical for a tractor of this class.
Overall Width:
Not specified in product info.
Wheelbase:
Not specified in product info.
Operating Weight:
Not specified in product info, but expected to be around 2500-3000 kg.
Gross Vehicle Weight:
Not specified in product info.
Instrumentation:
Details on dashboard instrumentation, gauges, and warning lights.
Not Applicable:
This is a vintage agricultural tractor and does not feature modern driver assistance systems.
Not Applicable:
This is a vintage agricultural tractor and does not feature modern connectivity options.
Engine Oil Change:
Specific intervals (e.g., every 250 hours or annually) detailed in the manual.
Transmission Oil Change:
Recommended intervals for checking and changing transmission and hydraulic fluid.
Filter Replacement:
Scheduled replacement intervals for oil, fuel, and air filters.
Engine Oil Specification:
Detailed viscosity grade and API classification for engine oil (e.g., SAE 15W-40, API CD or better).
Hydraulic Fluid Specification:
Specifications for hydraulic and transmission fluid, including viscosity and type (e.g., UTF - Universal Tractor Transmission fluid).
Coolant Specification:
Type and mixture ratio of engine coolant.
Common Wear Items:
Manual addresses common wear items such as clutch, brakes, hydraulic seals, and engine components, providing repair guidance.
Troubleshooting Tips:
Specific troubleshooting guides for common performance issues or failures.
Manufacturer Origin:
David Brown Tractors was a British manufacturer known for robust and reliable agricultural machinery.
Model Context:
The 1490 is part of David Brown's later model ranges, succeeding earlier designs and incorporating improvements in power and features. It represents a key model in their 1970s and early 1980s offerings.
Production Period:
The 1490 series was primarily produced in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
