Target User:
Owners, mechanics, and technicians working on Ford New Holland industrial tractors.
Advantage:
Digital format offers convenience (no shipping, portability), scalability, and ease of access compared to original paper manuals.
Illustrations:
Contains a ton of illustrations, pictures, and diagrams.
Instruction Style:
Step-by-step instructions for all procedures.
Completeness:
Equivalent to the original factory paper manual in content.
Covered Models:
230A, 231, 335, 340, 340B, 420, 445, 455A, 531, 532, 535, 540A, 540B, 545, 545A Industrial Tractors
Estimated Page Count:
800
Type:
Workshop Service Repair Manual
Digital Format:
Adobe PDF
Engine Systems:
Detailed diagnostics, repair, overhaul, and tuning of gasoline and diesel 3-cylinder engines.
Fuel Systems:
Carburetor and injection system maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
Electrical Systems:
Wiring diagrams, component testing, charging system, starting system, lighting, and accessory circuits.
Clutches:
Clutch assembly inspection, adjustment, and replacement procedures.
Transmission Systems:
Gearbox overhaul, troubleshooting, lubrication, and repair of all transmission components.
Power Take Off Pto:
PTO engagement, disengagement, maintenance, and repair of the power take-off unit.
Rear Axle And Brakes:
Differential, axle shafts, brake system inspection, repair, and adjustment.
Steering Systems:
Steering mechanism maintenance, adjustments, and repair for precise control.
Front Axle:
Front axle assembly inspection, wheel bearing service, and steering linkage repair.
Hydraulic System:
Hydraulic pump, cylinder, valve, and filter maintenance and repair; troubleshooting hydraulic performance issues.
Separating The Tractor:
Procedures for separating the tractor into major assemblies for major repairs.
Wheels And Tires:
Tire pressure recommendations, wheel mounting, and lug nut torque specifications.
Maintenance:
Regular service intervals, fluid level checks, lubrication points, and filter replacements.
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic flowcharts and symptom-based troubleshooting guides for common and uncommon issues.
Repair:
Step-by-step instructions for component removal, disassembly, cleaning, inspection, repair, and reassembly.
Overhaul:
Comprehensive engine and transmission overhaul procedures.
Adjustment:
Detailed procedures for adjusting brakes, clutches, steering, and hydraulic systems.
Technical Specifications:
Torque values, clearances, fluid capacities, and performance data for all major components.
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering everything from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds.
Special Tools:
Identification and use of specialized tools required for specific repair procedures.
Attachments:
Loaders and backhoes are considered attachments and are beyond the scope of this specific repair manual.
Engine Type:
3-cylinder gasoline and diesel engines
Horsepower:
Varies by specific model, detailed specifications within the manual.
Torque:
Varies by specific model, detailed specifications within the manual.
Carburetion Injection:
Details on carburetor and diesel injection system operation, maintenance, and repair.
Cooling Type:
Liquid-cooled (details on radiator, thermostat, water pump).
Oil Type:
Refer to manual for specific SAE viscosity grades based on ambient temperature (e.g., SAE 30, 15W-40).
Engine Options:
Multiple engine displacements and configurations for gasoline and diesel variants.
Overall Length:
Varies by model, detailed in manual.
Overall Width:
Varies by model, detailed in manual.
Wheelbase:
Varies by model, detailed in manual.
Operating Weight:
Varies by model, detailed in manual.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:
Varies by model, detailed in manual.
Engine Oil Change:
Typically every 100-250 operating hours; refer to manual for precise intervals and oil types.
Transmission Oil Change:
Typically every 500-1000 operating hours; refer to manual for precise intervals.
Hydraulic Fluid Change:
Typically every 500-1000 operating hours; refer to manual for precise intervals.
Engine Oil Viscosity:
Consult manual for specific SAE grades (e.g., SAE 30, 15W-40) based on temperature.
Hydraulic Fluid Type:
Refer to manual for specific hydraulic fluid specifications (e.g., Ford M2C41-A, M2C134-A/B/C/D, or equivalent UTTO).
Transmission Fluid Type:
Consult manual for specific transmission fluid specifications (e.g., SAE 80W-90 GL-4).
Common Wear Items:
Clutch wear, hydraulic pump wear, starter motor issues, injector pump seals (diesel), carburetor adjustments (gasoline).
Electrical Gremlins:
Wiring harness degradation, switch failures, and charging system component wear are common in older equipment.
Grease Points:
Extensive lubrication points for steering, front axle, PTO, and hitch components.
