Target Audience:
Owners of International Harvester 444 Tractors, DIY enthusiasts, and professional mechanics.
Value Proposition:
An inexpensive and comprehensive resource for keeping the tractor in proper working condition.
Manual Type Advantage:
Factory-level documentation provides accuracy and completeness often exceeding aftermarket guides.
Navigation:
Numbered table of contents for quick information retrieval.
Clarity:
Bold figure numbers to easily match illustrations with instructions.
Guidance:
Step-by-step instructions for every repair procedure.
Primary Coverage:
Comprehensive service and repair for International Harvester 444 Tractor
Body Interior Exterior:
Yes
Body Electrical System:
Yes
Estimated Page Count:
Not explicitly stated, but described as 'complete' and covering 'every detail', implying extensive content.
Type:
Workshop Service Repair Manual / Factory Service Repair Manual
Delivery Method:
Instant Download
Software Requirements:
Adobe PDF Reader & WinZip
Compatibility:
All Versions of Windows & Mac
Engine Systems:
Includes detailed engine mechanical and electrical systems, emission control, and fuel system diagnostics and repair.
Drivetrain:
Covers clutch system, manual transaxle, automatic transaxle (if applicable to specific 444 configurations), driveshaft, and axles.
Chassis Systems:
Details suspension system, steering system, and brake system repair and maintenance.
Body And Electrical:
Encompasses interior and exterior bodywork, body electrical systems, and restraint systems.
Maintenance:
Step-by-step instructions for routine maintenance tasks, fluid checks, and lubrication.
Diagnostics:
Detailed troubleshooting procedures, including guidance for electrical system issues with combined troubleshooting and wiring diagrams.
Repair:
Comprehensive repair procedures with detailed substeps, notes, cautions, and warnings for all covered systems.
Rebuilding:
Implied by the 'complete service manual' description and detailed illustrations, likely covers component rebuilding.
Depth:
Suitable for both do-it-yourselfers and experienced mechanics, offering in-depth technical information.
Illustrations:
Contains detailed illustrations, diagrams, and photos to guide through procedures.
Schematics:
Includes wiring schematics for electrical system diagnostics.
Specifications:
Provides essential technical specifications for repair and maintenance.
Searchability:
PDF format allows for text searching (assuming OCR was applied during digitization).
Printability:
Fully Printable - allows users to print specific pages or the entire manual.
Zoom Functionality:
Zoom IN/OUT enabled for clear viewing of details.
Binding:
Digital (PDF) - no physical binding.
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital Format)
Engine Type:
Diesel (typically, though petrol variants may exist for some IH models of this era; manual will clarify)
Engine Family:
International Harvester C-series (commonly C-175 or similar for this tractor class)
Estimated Horsepower:
Approximately 45-55 PTO horsepower (specific figures depend on exact engine variant and configuration; manual will provide precise data).
Estimated Torque:
To be detailed in the manual; crucial for understanding pulling power.
Injection System:
Likely a Bosch or CAV inline injection pump system; manual will specify model and procedures.
Cooling Type:
Water-cooled, typically via a radiator and fan.
Oil Type:
Diesel engine oil meeting IH specifications (e.g., API CD or similar); manual will specify grade and API classification.
Transmission Type:
Manual transmission with multiple gear ranges.
Gear Configuration:
Typically a 8-speed or 10-speed gearbox (e.g., 4 forward speeds + reverse, with a high/low range selector).
Optional Transmission:
Some later models or configurations might have offered a torque amplifier or powershift option, though less common for the 444 series. Manual will confirm.
Clutch Type:
Single dry plate clutch, operated by foot pedal.
Transmission Fluid:
IH Hy-Tran or equivalent universal tractor transmission fluid (UTTF); manual will specify exact fluid and capacity.
Engine Oil Change:
Typically every 100-250 operating hours, or annually; manual will provide precise interval and procedure.
Fuel Filter Replacement:
Recommended at regular intervals, often coinciding with oil changes or based on operating hours; manual specifies.
Transmission Fluid Change:
Intervals vary, but typically every 500-1000 operating hours; manual will detail the exact schedule and filter replacement if applicable.
Engine Oil:
SAE 30 or 15W-40 Diesel engine oil (depending on climate and application); manual will specify exact API rating and viscosity.
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol based antifreeze mixture, typically 50/50 with distilled water; manual will confirm type and capacity.
Hydraulic Fluid:
IH Hy-Tran or equivalent UTTF for transmission, hydraulics, and wet brakes; manual will specify type and capacity.
Common Wear Points:
Clutch wear, hydraulic pump issues, injector pump calibration, and potential electrical harness degradation due to age.
Common Repair Needs:
Seals and gaskets (engine, transmission, hydraulics), clutch replacement, and brake system overhauls.
Manufacturer:
International Harvester (IH), a prominent American manufacturer of agricultural and construction machinery.
Series:
The 444 tractor is part of IH's broader range of utility tractors, often considered a successor or variation within the '400' series of the era.
Production Period:
The 444 model was primarily produced in the mid-to-late 1960s and early 1970s.
Manufacturing Location:
Primarily manufactured in the United States by International Harvester.
