Introduction
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Market Position
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Market Position:
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Specialized parts manual for the Kubota L185DT compact tractor, targeting owners and technicians involved in maintenance, repair, and parts sourcing for small farms, landscaping, and estate management.
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Competitive Analysis
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Competitive Analysis:
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Offers a direct replacement for original factory parts catalogs, providing essential exploded views and part numbers for accurate DIY or professional servicing. Competes with printed versions of the same manual, offering immediate digital access and usability benefits.
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Key Features
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Key Features:
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Detailed illustrated parts explosions, comprehensive part number breakdowns, text searchable, bookmark navigation, immediate download access.
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Manual Coverage
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Systems Covered
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Systems Covered:
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Clutch, Transmission, Speed Change Lever, Rear Axle and Rear Wheel, Brake, Electrical System, Engine, Front Axle and Front Wheel and Chassis, Fuel System, Hydraulic System, Steering, Bonnet and Cab and ROPS, Accessories
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Specific Parts Listing Examples:
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Crankcase, Battery, Clutch Housing, Steering components, Hand Accelerator controls, Bonnet, Mirror, Lamp, Seat, Transmission Case, Speed Change System 1, Differential System 1, Rear Axle, Brake system components, Fender (USA), Electrical 1, Fuel Tank, Oil Pressure 1, Front Wheel (L185DT specific), Front Wheel Drive components, Oil Filter (Section Parts), Oil Pressure Pump, Power Steering components, Steering Joint, 3-Point Linkage (3P), Accessories and Service parts.
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Procedures Included
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Procedures Included:
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Parts Lookup, Servicing, Rebuilding, Teardowns, Overhauls, Repairs, Adjustments, Part Number Identification, Ordering of Parts
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Technical Depth
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Technical Depth:
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Comprehensive parts breakdowns, detailed engine parts breakdowns, all part numbers for entire machine.
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Safety Features
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Ratings
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Safety Ratings Availability:
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N/A (Parts catalog, not a safety or crash test report)
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Active Features
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Active Safety Components Coverage:
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Brake system components, Steering components, ROPS (Roll Over Protective Structure) components.
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Passive Features
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Passive Safety Components Coverage:
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Parts for Seat, Lamp, Bonnet, Cab.
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Vehicle History
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Brand Heritage
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Brand Heritage Context:
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Kubota Corporation, established in 1890, has a long history in manufacturing agricultural machinery in Japan. Known for compact tractors suitable for smaller farms. Entered North American market in 1969 with the L200 model.
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Model Evolution
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Model Evolution Context:
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The L185DT is part of the L-Series, which has seen continuous development. Kubota introduced a 12 HP four-wheel drive tractor in the US in 1974, predating many competitors in this segment.
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Production
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Production Locations:
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Kubota Manufacturing of America established in 1988 in Gainesville, GA. Production facilities have evolved, with the Gainesville facility's functions transferred to a newer facility near Jefferson, GA, for preparing L-Series tractors.
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Vehicle Specifications
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Engine Details
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Engine Identification:
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Detailed engine parts are covered, indicating it is designed to support repairs and part replacement for the specific engine powering the L185DT.
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Transmission Details
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Transmission Type Coverage:
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Covers manual transmission systems, including speed change levers and differential assemblies, with exploded views for part identification.
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Chassis And Drive
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Drive Type Coverage:
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Includes parts for Front Axle, Front Wheel, and Front Wheel Drive systems, indicating 4WD capability for the L185DT model covered.
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Hydraulic System
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Hydraulic System Coverage:
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The Hydraulic System is a listed section, implying comprehensive parts coverage for hydraulic components.
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Electrical System
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Electrical System Coverage:
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Includes coverage for the Electrical System, with specific mention of 'ELECTRICAL 1' and 'LAMP' parts.
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Vehicle Systems
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Steering And Control
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Steering Control Coverage:
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Detailed coverage of Steering systems, including Power Steering and Steering Joints, as well as Hand Accelerator controls.
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Operator Station
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Operator Station Coverage:
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Includes parts for Bonnet, Cab, ROPS, and Seat, covering the operator's environment.
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Braking And Drivetrain
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Braking Drivetrain Coverage:
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Comprehensive coverage of Brake systems, Rear Axle, Rear Wheel, and Transmission components.
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Accessories And Chassis
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Accessories Chassis Coverage:
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Includes sections for Accessories, Front Axle and Front Wheel and Chassis, Fenders, and miscellaneous parts like mirrors.
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