Purpose:
To provide essential technical information for the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of International Harvester tractors from the Series 100, 130, 140, 200, 230, 240, 404, and 2404.
Value Proposition:
Offers comprehensive factory-level repair data, enabling owners and mechanics to perform tasks efficiently and correctly, reducing reliance on expensive dealership services.
User Focus:
Designed for both DIYers and professional mechanics, with step-by-step instructions and detailed visuals.
Accessibility:
Instant digital download provides immediate access to repair information, saving time and eliminating shipping delays.
Models Covered:
International Harvester 100, 130, 140, 200, 230, 240, 404, 2404 Tractors
Engines Covered:
All engine variants for the specified tractor models
Transmissions Covered:
All transmission types for the specified tractor models
Estimated Pages:
High volume, typically 500+ pages for comprehensive factory service manuals. Specific count not provided, but described as 'complete'.
Type:
Factory Service and Repair Workshop Manual
Engine:
Detailed diagnostics, disassembly, inspection, repair, and reassembly for gasoline and diesel engines common to these models (e.g., C-series, BD-series IH engines).
Fuel System:
Carburetor service and adjustment, fuel injection systems (if applicable), fuel pump, filters, and fuel lines.
Cooling System:
Radiator, thermostat, water pump, fan, hoses, and coolant specifications.
Ignition System:
Spark plug specifications, coil, distributor, timing adjustments (for gasoline engines).
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, starter motor, alternator/generator, battery, lighting, gauges, and troubleshooting electrical faults.
Transmission:
Manual transmission overhaul, clutch service, gear shifting mechanisms, and lubrication.
Power Takeoff Pto:
PTO engagement, clutch, and gearbox service.
Hydraulic System:
Hydraulic pump, control valve, cylinders, hoses, and fluid specifications for implement control.
Steering System:
Mechanical steering linkage, power steering components and service (if equipped).
Brake System:
Brake band, drum, shoe, and linkage adjustments and service.
Front Axle:
Front wheel bearing service, kingpins, tie rods, and differential (if applicable).
Rear Axle:
Rear axle housing, differential, and final drive service.
Body And Frame:
Sheet metal repair, fenders, operator platform, and chassis structural components.
Operator Controls:
Leverage, pedal operation, and linkage adjustments.
Maintenance:
Regular scheduled maintenance, lubrication charts, fluid checks and changes.
Troubleshooting:
Systematic diagnostic procedures for identifying and resolving common and uncommon issues.
Repair:
Step-by-step instructions for component overhaul and replacement.
Disassembly Reassembly:
Complete guide to taking apart and putting back together all major tractor systems.
Adjustments:
Precise instructions for setting clearances, timing, and pressures.
Torquing:
Specified torque values for critical fasteners.
Depth:
Comprehensive factory-level detail, suitable for professional mechanics and experienced DIY enthusiasts. Covers full rebuilds and in-depth diagnostics.
Typical Engines:
Likely to include International Harvester's own C-series (e.g., C-123, C-135, C-144, C-153) and BD-series diesel engines (e.g., BD-144, BD-154). Specific engine codes vary by model and year.
Horsepower Range:
Varies significantly by model, generally ranging from approximately 20 to 60 PTO horsepower depending on engine displacement and tune.
Torque Characteristics:
Designed for robust low-end torque suitable for agricultural applications. Specific values depend on engine variant.
Carburetor Types:
Marvel-Schebler, Zenith carburetors are common for gasoline variants. Diesel variants utilize injection pumps (e.g., Roosa Master, Bosch).
Diesel Injection:
Direct injection or indirect injection systems, detailed in the manual for diesel models.
Oil Change Engine:
Typically every 50-100 operating hours for older engines, or annually. Specific recommendations in manual.
Transmission Oil Change:
Usually every 500-1000 operating hours. Manual will specify exact interval and fluid type.
Hydraulic Fluid Change:
Typically every 500-1000 operating hours. Manual will specify exact interval and fluid type.
Engine Oil:
Viscosity grades such as SAE 30 or 10W-30 (depending on temperature) and specific IH lubricant specifications (e.g., Hy-Tran for hydraulics, often used in engines too).
Transmission Oil:
IH Hy-Tran or equivalent. Specifications for differential and final drive fluids will also be detailed.
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze with appropriate corrosion inhibitors, typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water.
Common Wear Items:
Clutch wear, PTO clutch engagement, hydraulic pump efficiency, radiator leaks, carburetor flooding/leaking, and potential engine seal failures are common issues addressed in the manual.
Electrical Faults:
Wiring harness degradation, starter/generator brush wear, and switch failures can occur and are covered by troubleshooting.
Manufacturer:
International Harvester (IH), a historic American manufacturer of agricultural and construction equipment.
Series Development:
These models represent a significant period of IH tractor development, serving small to medium-sized farms and various utility applications. The series numbers indicate progressions in design, power, and features.
Production Era:
These models were primarily produced from the late 1950s through the 1960s and into the early 1970s, depending on the specific model designation.
