Target Audience:
Do-it-yourself mechanics and experienced professional technicians working on Ford 550/555 Tractor Backhoe Loaders.
Value Proposition:
An inexpensive and comprehensive resource for maintaining and repairing Ford 550/555 Tractor Backhoe Loaders, directly from the source of repair information.
Instructional Method:
Numbered instructions, detailed substeps, and visual aids (illustrations, diagrams, photos) ensure clarity and ease of use.
Information Highlight:
Combines troubleshooting and electrical service with detailed wiring diagrams for efficient electrical system repair.
Usability:
Printable pages allow users to take necessary information directly to the workshop.
Content Organization:
Easy-to-use numbered table of contents facilitates quick location of information.
Engine Mechanical:
Engine mechanical system repair and overhaul
Engine Electrical:
Engine electrical system diagnostics and repair, including wiring schematics
Emission Control:
Emission control system diagnosis and repair
Fuel System:
Fuel system components, diagnosis, and repair
Suspension:
Suspension system components and service
Clutch:
Clutch system diagnosis, adjustment, and repair
Transmission Manual:
Manual transaxle system service and repair
Transmission Automatic:
Automatic transaxle system service and repair (if applicable)
Driveshaft Axle:
Driveshaft and axle component service and repair
Steering:
Steering system diagnosis and repair
Brakes:
Brake system inspection, repair, and maintenance
Body Interior Exterior:
Body interior and exterior panel repair and maintenance
Body Electrical:
Body electrical system diagnostics and repair
Restraint System:
Restraint system components and service (e.g., seat belts)
Loader Attachments:
Covers maintenance and repair of the front loader assembly and its components.
Backhoe Attachments:
Covers maintenance and repair of the backhoe attachment, including boom, dipper, bucket, and associated hydraulics.
Maintenance:
Routine maintenance procedures, fluid changes, filter replacements
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic troubleshooting steps for various systems
Repair:
Step-by-step repair instructions for all covered systems
Diagnostics:
Detailed diagnostic procedures and fault finding
Wiring Schematics:
Comprehensive wiring diagrams for electrical systems
Illustrations Diagrams:
Detailed illustrations, diagrams, and photographs for visual guidance
Hydraulic System Service:
Detailed procedures for servicing the hydraulic pump, valves, cylinders, hoses, and reservoir.
Engine Rebuild:
Comprehensive step-by-step instructions for engine disassembly, inspection, repair, and reassembly.
Transmission Overhaul:
Detailed procedures for transmission disassembly, component replacement, and reassembly.
Depth:
Comprehensive: Covers everything from basic maintenance to complete rebuilds, suitable for DIY and professional mechanics
Torque Specifications:
Includes critical torque specifications for engine, transmission, chassis, and hydraulic components.
Schematic Detail:
High-level detail in wiring and hydraulic schematics for accurate troubleshooting and repair.
Engine Description:
Ford-built diesel engine (specific displacement, horsepower, and torque vary by exact model year and configuration; manual provides these details).
Performance Details:
Manual provides detailed performance specifications and operational parameters.
Fuel System Components:
Covers fuel injection system, pumps, filters, and lines.
Transmission Type Standard:
Likely a manual or powershift transmission, depending on configuration. Manual details specific types.
Transmission Type Optional:
May include options like torque converter, powershift, or specific gearbox configurations. Manual specifies.
Transmission Features:
Covers clutch operation, gear selection, power take-off (PTO) engagement, and hydraulic drive systems if applicable.
Safety Features Description:
Manual covers safety-related components like braking systems, ROPS (Roll Over Protective Structure), and operator safety procedures.
Active Safety:
Focus on proper operation of steering, braking, and hydraulic controls for safe operation.
Passive Safety:
Includes information on seat belts, ROPS, and guards for various moving parts.
Maintenance Schedule:
The manual provides detailed recommended service intervals for all major components and fluid changes (e.g., engine oil, hydraulic fluid, transmission oil).
Engine Oil Spec:
Specifies correct SAE viscosity grade and API service classification for engine oil.
Hydraulic Fluid Spec:
Details the recommended hydraulic fluid type and specifications, including viscosity and performance characteristics.
Coolant Spec:
Specifies the appropriate coolant type and mixture ratio.
Transmission Fluid Spec:
Details the type and quantity of transmission fluid required.
Transmission Fluid Capacity:
Manual provides fluid capacities for engine, transmission, hydraulic system, and differentials.
Common Wear Items:
The manual implicitly addresses common wear items through detailed repair procedures for components like hydraulic cylinders, seals, engine components, and driveline parts.
Grease Points:
Provides a lubrication chart detailing all grease points, recommended lubricant types, and service intervals.
Engine Oil Filter Pn:
Manual will include recommended part numbers for key filters (oil, fuel, hydraulic).
Manufacturer Heritage:
Ford has a long history of manufacturing robust agricultural and construction equipment, with a reputation for durability and practicality.
Model Lineage:
The 550 and 555 series represent Ford's commitment to the tractor backhoe loader segment, evolving from earlier designs to offer improved performance and operator comfort.
Production Period:
Specific production years for the 550/555 series are not detailed here, but the manual would cover the relevant production run.
