Make:
International Harvester / Case IH
Model:
454, 464, 484, 574, 584, 674 Tractor
Product Type:
Shop Service Repair Manual
Target Audience:
Owners, operators, mechanics, and technicians working on IH 454-674 series tractors
Key Benefit:
Empowers users to perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs efficiently, saving time and money through preventive measures.
Manual Purpose:
A definitive guide for maintaining and repairing the specified tractor models.
Market Segment:
Direct competitor to other utility tractor lines from manufacturers like John Deere, Ford, Massey Ferguson, and Fiat during the 1970s and 1980s.
Models Covered:
IH 454, 464, 484, 574, 584, 674 Tractors (All Diesel and Non-Diesel)
Estimated Page Count:
Hundreds of pages (precise count not provided in product info, but typical for comprehensive shop manuals)
Manual Type:
Shop Service Repair Manual
Operating Systems:
All Versions of Windows & Mac
Software Requirements:
Adobe PDF Reader
Powertrain:
Diesel Engine & Components, Engine, Diesel Fuel System, Gasoline Fuel System, Carburetor, Clutch, Transmission, Range, Transmission, Speed, Final Drive, Differential
Chassis And Auxiliary:
Brakes, Cooling System, Electrical System, Front System, Governor, Hydraulic System, Hydrostatic Steering System, Power Steering System, Power Take-Off
Auxiliary Systems:
Governor (engine speed control), Hydrostatic Steering System, Power Steering System (if applicable), Hydraulic System (lift arms, external hydraulics), Power Take-Off (PTO).
Steering Systems:
Detailed diagnostics and repair procedures for both hydrostatic and power steering systems, including pumps, cylinders, valves, and linkages.
Maintenance:
Routine maintenance, Preventive maintenance, Scheduled service
Repair And Overhaul:
Component diagnosis, Disassembly, Assembly, Reassembly, Overhaul procedures for all covered systems
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic charts, Common problem identification and solutions
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting for each system, identifying symptoms and providing corrective actions.
Depth Of Coverage:
Comprehensive, suitable for both amateur owners and professional technicians
Diagnostic Capabilities:
Detailed diagnostic procedures, testing methods, and specifications
Data Availability:
Service Data section likely contains critical specifications like fluid capacities, torque values, timing settings, bearing clearances, and hydraulic pressures.
Searchability:
Likely searchable text within the PDF for efficient information retrieval
Printability:
Printable pages for on-site use
Document Type:
Digital replica of a physical workshop manual.
Readability:
Easy to read type
Content Completeness:
Provides all information needed to do the procedure correctly
Engine Types Supported:
Diesel and Non-Diesel (Gasoline/Petrol) engine variants specific to the 454-674 series
Diesel Engine Systems:
Detailed coverage of the diesel engine block, cylinder head, pistons, connecting rods, crankshaft, camshaft, timing gears, lubrication system, cooling system, and associated components.
Fuel Delivery:
In-depth information on fuel injection pumps (e.g., Bosch, CAV), injectors, fuel lines, filters, and associated controls.
Fuel Delivery Gasoline:
Coverage of carburetors, fuel pumps, fuel lines, filters, and ignition systems for gasoline models.
Technical Specifications:
Includes essential service data such as torque specifications, clearances, timing settings, and fluid capacities. (Specific HP/Torque figures depend on the exact engine variant, which would be detailed within the manual).
Engine Block And Head:
Details on cylinder block machining, cylinder head assembly, valve train operation, and gasket specifications.
Transmission Types:
Manual transmissions, likely including multi-speed gearboxes and range transmissions (e.g., 8-speed, 16-speed options depending on model).
Gearbox Coverage:
Detailed procedures for transmission disassembly, inspection, repair, and reassembly, including gear sets, shifting mechanisms, and bearings.
Clutch System:
Service information for clutch operation, adjustment, and replacement of clutch disc, pressure plate, and release bearing.
Final Drive And Differential
Drive Axle:
Coverage of rear axle assembly, differential gears, final drives (e.g., planetary gears), axle shafts, and lubrication.
Gearbox Capabilities:
Coverage of gear selection, lubrication, and maintenance of the transmission and range gearboxes to ensure smooth power delivery.
Tractor Segment:
Utility Tractors (typically in the 45-75 HP range, depending on specific model and engine).
Dimensional Data:
While specific dimensions are not listed in the product description, a comprehensive shop manual would include detailed measurements for component placement, clearances, and overall tractor geometry necessary for repair.
Safety Systems:
The manual would cover critical safety systems such as brakes (mechanical, hydraulic, or power assist), steering systems (power, hydrostatic), and PTO safety features.
Safe Operation:
Implicitly covers safe operating procedures by detailing correct assembly and adjustment of all mechanical and hydraulic systems.
Technological Features:
These tractors represent a period of mechanical and hydraulic sophistication, predating modern electronic controls. Key 'technologies' covered include: robust mechanical linkages, advanced (for the time) diesel injection systems, hydraulic power steering, and PTO engagement mechanisms.
Electrical Coverage:
Detailed wiring diagrams, starter motor, alternator/generator, battery charging system, lighting circuits, and instrument panel operation.
Maintenance Schedule:
The manual provides comprehensive service intervals for all major components, including engine oil changes, filter replacements, hydraulic fluid changes, transmission fluid checks, and lubrication points.
Engine Oil:
Specifies recommended engine oil viscosity grades (e.g., SAE 30, 15W-40) and API service classifications suitable for diesel and gasoline engines under various operating conditions.
Hydraulic Fluid:
Details the required type and viscosity of hydraulic fluid (e.g., IH Hy-Tran, UTF - Universal Tractor Fluid) for the tractor's hydraulic and transmission systems.
Coolant:
Specifies the correct coolant mixture (e.g., ethylene glycol based) and concentration for the cooling system.
Transmission Fluid:
Specifies the required transmission and hydraulic fluid type, checking procedures, and refill capacities for different transmission configurations.
Common Wear Points:
The manual would guide on common wear items such as clutch components, brake linings/pads, hydraulic pump seals, and PTO clutch packs, with detailed replacement procedures.
Longevity Tips:
Emphasis on 'routine, preventive maintenance' to 'save you time & money by helping to prevent premature failure and unnecessary repairs'.
Filter Identification:
Likely includes references to OEM or commonly available aftermarket filter part numbers for oil, fuel, and hydraulic filters.
Manufacturer:
International Harvester (IH) was a foundational American manufacturer of agricultural machinery, later becoming part of Case IH.
Series Context:
The 454-674 series represents a generation of popular and versatile utility tractors from IH, designed for a wide range of agricultural tasks. These models were developed and produced during the latter half of IH's independent existence and the early years of Case IH.
Typical Years:
These models were primarily produced from the early 1970s through the early 1980s. (Exact production years vary by specific model and market).
