Engine:
Service, Repair, Overhaul, Troubleshooting, General Maintenance
Transmission:
Service, Repair, Overhaul, Troubleshooting, Maintenance
Brake System:
Service, Repair, Adjustment, Troubleshooting
Electrical System:
Wiring Diagrams, Component Testing, Repair, Troubleshooting
Suspension:
Service, Repair, Troubleshooting
Steering:
Service, Repair, Adjustment, Troubleshooting
Cooling System:
Service, Repair, Maintenance, Troubleshooting
Fuel System:
Fuel Injection/Fuel System Service, Repair, Troubleshooting
Emission System:
Service and maintenance relevant to emissions control
Engine Control System:
Service and maintenance of engine control components
Chassis Body:
Bodywork repair, chassis maintenance
Restraint System:
N/A for this era/type of tractor
Axle:
Front and Rear Axle Service, Repair, Overhaul
Hydraulics:
Hydraulic System Service, Repair, Maintenance, Troubleshooting (often a key area for tractors)
Pto System:
Power Take-Off (PTO) System Service and Repair
General Maintenance:
Included, covering routine checks and tasks
Troubleshooting:
Comprehensive diagnostic procedures for common and uncommon faults
Engine Overhaul:
Detailed step-by-step instructions for engine rebuilds
Transmission Rebuild:
Detailed instructions for transmission disassembly, repair, and reassembly
Brake System Repair:
Procedures for brake shoe replacement, drum servicing, hydraulic adjustments
Wiring Diagrams:
Included, essential for electrical system diagnosis and repair
Periodic Lubrication:
Detailed lubrication charts and procedures
Fuel System Servicing:
Fuel pump, injector, filter service, and troubleshooting
Component Disassembly Reassembly:
Step-by-step guides for all major tractor components
Refurbishment Renovation:
Guidance applicable to restoration projects
Depth:
Comprehensive (covering everything from routine maintenance to full engine and transmission rebuilds)
Engine Family:
Perkins Diesel (commonly used in FE-35)
Engine Displacement:
Typically 1.5L to 2.0L (e.g., Perkins 3.152 or similar variants were common)
Horsepower Range:
Approximately 35-40 HP (engine dependent)
Torque Specifications:
Refer to specific engine variant within the manual for precise figures.
Injection System:
Direct Injection (typical for Perkins diesel engines of this era)
Oil Type:
API CD or CE rated diesel engine oil (e.g., SAE 15W-40 or 20W-50 depending on temperature, consult manual for specific recommendation)
Oil Capacity:
Approx. 5-6 liters (refer to manual for exact capacity)
Coolant Type:
Ethylene Glycol based antifreeze with corrosion inhibitors (typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water)
Transmission Type:
Manual Gearbox with multiple forward and reverse gears
Differential Lock:
Often available as an option or standard on certain configurations.
Gear Configurations:
Typically a 6-speed or 8-speed transmission (e.g., 6 forward, 2 reverse, or higher configurations with multiplier gears).
Transmission Fluid Type:
API GL-4 or GL-5 gear oil, or specialized tractor hydraulic fluid (e.g., TO-2, consult manual for exact specification)
Transmission Fluid Capacity:
Variable, but typically around 15-20 liters for the combined transmission and hydraulic system.
Engine Oil Change:
Typically every 100-250 operating hours or annually (consult manual for specific intervals).
Air Filter Service:
Inspect and clean every 50-100 hours; replace as needed.
Fuel Filter Replacement:
Replace every 250-500 operating hours or as per manual recommendation.
Transmission Fluid Change:
Typically every 500-1000 operating hours or bi-annually.
Hydraulic Fluid:
Massey Ferguson approved UTF (Universal Tractor Transmission) fluid or equivalent meeting TO-2 specifications is critical for the integrated hydraulic system.
Grease:
General purpose lithium-based grease (NLGI #2) for lubrication points.
Common Wear Items:
Clutch wear, hydraulic pump efficiency, injector pump seals, and general seal leaks are common due to age.
Electrical Corrosion:
Wiring harness degradation and corrosion at connections can cause intermittent electrical issues.
Bleed Procedure:
Detailed procedures for bleeding the fuel system and hydraulic system are crucial.
Manufacturer:
Massey Ferguson, a prominent British agricultural machinery manufacturer.
Predecessor Successor:
Part of the Ferguson TE series lineage, evolving from the popular Ferguson TE20 and followed by models like the MF 35.
Production Years:
Typically produced from the mid-1950s (around 1956) to the early 1960s.
Manufacturing Location:
United Kingdom (primarily Coventry, England).
