Target Audience:
Farm owners, agricultural technicians, mechanics, and anyone seeking to maintain or repair their Claas Renault Ares 506 or 606 tractor.
Value Proposition:
Enables significant cost savings by empowering users to perform their own repairs, with easy-to-follow instructions and visual aids.
Ease Of Use:
Features step-by-step instructions and pictures to simplify complex service and repair tasks.
Accessibility:
Downloadable to various devices (PC, Mac, tablet, smartphone) for convenient access in the field or workshop.
Permanence:
Once downloaded, the manual is owned permanently by the user.
Guarantee:
Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed
Models Covered:
All Ares 506 and 606 models, including all engine, transmission, and trim variants.
Geographic Coverage:
Global (assumed, standard for major agricultural equipment manuals)
Page Count:
Undisclosed, but described as 'complete' and covering A-Z procedures.
Manual Type:
Workshop Service Repair Manual
Language:
English (implied by product description)
Format:
Downloadable Digital File (PDF)
Delivery Method:
Instant Email Delivery
Computer Requirements:
Compatible with all PC and MAC computers, tablets, and mobile phones. Requires Adobe Reader (free download).
Engine Systems:
Engine overhaul, fuel system, lubrication system, cooling system, intake and exhaust systems, engine diagnostics, starting system, charging system.
Transmission Drivetrain:
Transmission overhaul (including Powershift or powershift transmission variations), clutch service, final drives, differential, PTO (Power Take-Off) systems, hydraulic systems for transmission control.
Hydraulic Systems:
Hydraulic pump, control valves, cylinders, lift arms, external hydraulic circuits, troubleshooting, fluid specifications.
Electrical Systems:
Wiring diagrams, lighting systems, starting and charging circuits, instrumentation, control modules (if applicable), troubleshooting electrical faults.
Braking System:
Brake system maintenance and repair (hydraulic, mechanical, or air brakes depending on specification), parking brake.
Steering System:
Power steering system maintenance and repair, steering linkages, wheel alignment.
Chassis Frame:
Frame inspection and repair, front axle, rear axle, suspension components (if applicable).
Cab Bodywork:
Cab interior and exterior maintenance, doors, windows, seating, HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) system.
Maintenance Procedures:
Routine maintenance checks, lubrication points, filter replacement intervals, fluid level checks and top-ups, pre-operation checks.
Repair Procedures:
Component removal and installation, internal component repair (e.g., engine rebuild, transmission overhaul), seal and gasket replacement, diagnosis and repair of specific faults.
Troubleshooting Guides:
Step-by-step diagnostic procedures for common issues, symptom-based troubleshooting charts, fault code interpretation (if applicable).
Technical Data Tables:
Torque specifications for fasteners, fluid capacities, wear limits, pressure readings, electrical resistance values.
Special Tools:
Identification and usage of specialized tools required for specific repair procedures.
Depth Of Coverage:
Comprehensive, covering all service and repair procedures from A-Z. Designed for both DIY users and professional mechanics.
Engine Family:
Claas Renault Ares 500 series engines (details vary by specific sub-model).
Engine Configuration:
Likely 4-cylinder or 6-cylinder diesel engines, typically turbocharged and intercooled.
Horsepower Range:
Approximately 80-120 HP (varies by specific Ares model, e.g., 506 vs. 606).
Torque Range:
Specific torque figures would be detailed in the manual, typically in the 300-450 Nm range.
Injection System:
Likely common rail direct injection (CRDI) or high-pressure mechanical injection systems.
Emission Standards:
Details on EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation), DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) if applicable, and other emission control systems covered.
Transmission Type:
Likely a partially or fully synchronized manual transmission with powershift capabilities (e.g., 24 forward / 12 reverse or similar). Specific configurations for 506 and 606 will be detailed.
Optional Transmission:
Creep speed transmission or specific powershift gear reductions may be optional depending on the market and configuration.
Powershift Operation:
Detailed instructions on operating and maintaining the powershift gears.
Transmission Fluid Specifications:
Specific ATF or tractor hydraulic fluid specifications and change intervals are detailed within the manual.
Safety Features:
Includes information on ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) and FOPS (Falling Object Protective Structure) compliance and maintenance.
Brake Systems:
Details on hydraulic and mechanical braking systems, parking brake operation.
Cab Safety:
Information on seatbelts, emergency stop procedures, and cab safety features.
Instrument Panel:
Details on dashboard indicators, warning lights, and control panel functions for monitoring tractor operation.
Pto Control:
Information on PTO engagement and speed control systems.
Hydraulic Controls:
Operation and calibration of electronic hydraulic controls (e.g., linkage management) if equipped.
Diagnostic Ports:
Information on diagnostic ports and procedures for connecting diagnostic tools, if the tractor is equipped with electronic management systems.
Engine Oil Change:
Typically 250-500 hours, depending on operating conditions and oil quality. Specific intervals in manual.
Fuel Filter Replacement:
Recommended at specific hour intervals or as needed based on fuel quality. Details in manual.
Hydraulic Fluid Change:
Typically 1000-1200 hours. Specific fluid types and capacity detailed.
Engine Oil Type:
API CI-4 or higher, SAE 15W-40 or 10W-40 depending on climate. Exact specification in manual.
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze/coolant mixture, typically 50/50 with distilled water.
Transmission Hydraulic Fluid:
Specific Claas/Renault transmission fluid or equivalent multi-functional tractor hydraulic fluid (e.g., UTTO/STOU) as per manual.
Common Wear Items:
Clutch wear, hydraulic pump wear, PTO clutch packs, and electrical connectors are common maintenance areas discussed.
Diagnostic Challenges:
Troubleshooting electronic control units (if applicable) and hydraulic system pressure issues often require specialized knowledge, which this manual provides.
Manufacturer Heritage:
Claas is a renowned German manufacturer of agricultural machinery, known for innovation and quality. Renault Agriculture was acquired by Claas, integrating its tractor expertise.
Ares Series:
The Ares series represented a significant step for Renault Agriculture and subsequently Claas, focusing on modern farm needs with comfort and performance.
Production Period:
The Ares range was produced from the early 2000s onwards, with specific models like the 506 and 606 serving a significant period within this range.