Target User:
Owners, operators, and technicians performing complex repairs on Ford New Holland 455C, 555C, 655C TLBs
Value Proposition:
Provides comprehensive, factory-level repair information in a convenient digital format, eliminating the need for bulky paper manuals and offering enhanced usability.
Comparison To Paper:
Offers the same content as the original factory paper manual but with advantages of digital access (portability, searchability, scalability, durability).
Content Scope:
Complete coverage for the entire machine, including engine, transmission, hydraulics, electrical, and more.
Visual Aids:
Abundant illustrations, color schematics, and photographs for clarity.
Engine Systems:
Complete repair information for 3-cylinder and 4-cylinder diesel engines
Fuel Systems:
Detailed coverage of fuel system components and diagnostics
Electrical System:
Comprehensive electrical system diagrams and troubleshooting
Transmission:
Power Reversing Transmission service and repair
Drivetrain:
Rear Axles and Brakes repair
Power Takeoff:
Power Take Off (PTO) system service
Steering And Axles:
Steering and Front Axle repair
Hydraulic Systems:
Hydraulic System Controls and Frame service
Operator Station:
Tractor Cab and Air Conditioning (A/C) repair
Machine Separation:
Procedures for separating the tractor
Accessories:
Coverage for various accessories
Repair Procedures:
Detailed step-by-step repair instructions for complex issues
Maintenance:
Routine maintenance tasks and schedules
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures and fault finding
Special Tools:
Information on required special tools
Engine Overhaul:
Detailed procedures for engine disassembly, inspection, repair, and reassembly.
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering all areas of the machine for complex repairs
Diagnostic Capabilities:
Includes troubleshooting guides to identify and resolve mechanical and electrical faults.
File Format:
Adobe Acrobat PDF
Print Quality:
Clean, sharp images, scalable to several times normal size
Searchability:
Likely searchable text within PDF (standard for well-produced manuals)
Interactivity:
Zoom, print, save, close
Printing Flexibility:
Print a few pages at a time as needed
Organization:
Neatly organized sections, indexed for fast easy referencing
Illustrations:
Numerous illustrations, color schematics, pictures
Data Types:
Specifications, step-by-step instructions
Binding Type:
N/A (Digital PDF)
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital PDF)
Engine Type:
3-cylinder and 4-cylinder Diesel Engines
Technical Data:
Specific horsepower, torque, bore, stroke, and compression ratios would be detailed within the manual, specific to engine variants.
Fuel Delivery:
Details on fuel injection systems, pumps, injectors, and filters
Components:
Radiator, water pump, thermostat, coolant specifications and capacity
Oil Specifications:
Engine oil type, viscosity, and capacity
Type:
Power Reversing Transmission
Variants:
Details on specific transmission models or configurations may be included.
Operation:
Service information on clutch packs, hydraulic controls, and gear sets.
Fluid Type:
Transmission fluid type and capacity
General Dimensions:
Overall length, width, height, and wheelbase are typically provided for these models.
Operating Weight:
Machine operating weight with loader and backhoe configurations.
Bucket Capacity:
Front loader bucket capacity
Standards:
While specific safety ratings might not be directly in a workshop manual, procedures often align with OSHA or industry safety standards.
Operational Safety:
Manual would include safety precautions related to operation, lockout/tagout procedures.
Operator Station Safety:
Information on ROPS (Roll-Over Protective Structure) and seatbelts would be implied for the cab/operator station section.
Features:
N/A (Heavy machinery; typically basic controls and gauges)
Features:
N/A (Heavy machinery; basic operational controls)
Interface:
Detailed diagrams and explanations of control levers, switches, and instrument panel functionality.
Engine Oil Change:
Specific intervals for oil and filter changes would be detailed (e.g., every 250 hours or annually).
Hydraulic Fluid Change:
Intervals for hydraulic fluid and filter replacement.
Transmission Fluid Change:
Recommended service intervals for transmission fluid and filter checks/changes.
Engine Oil Viscosity:
e.g., API CD or CE classification, SAE 10W-30 or 15W-40 depending on ambient temperature.
Hydraulic Fluid Type:
Typically ISO VG 32 or 46 hydraulic fluid, or specified New Holland/Ford fluid.
Transmission Fluid Type:
e.g., Ford/New Holland ESK-M2C86-B, or equivalent.
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol based antifreeze mixture with corrosion inhibitors.
Common Wear Points:
The manual would guide on inspecting and servicing common wear points such as loader pins and bushings, backhoe pivot points, and hydraulic cylinder seals.
Hydraulic Leaks:
Troubleshooting and repair procedures for hydraulic system leaks.
Transmission Reverser Issues:
Diagnostic and repair steps for the power reversing transmission.
Founding:
New Holland established in 1895, initially as a corn mill.
Affiliation:
Acquired by Ford Tractor Operations in 1985, becoming Ford New Holland.
Ownership Change:
Ford sold a majority interest to FIAT in 1990.
Current Entity:
Part of CNH Global (Case New Holland) since 1999 merger with Case IH.
Product Line:
New Holland produces both agricultural and construction equipment, including tractor loader backhoes.
Timeline Context:
Models like the 455C, 555C, and 655C are part of the Ford New Holland era, likely produced in the late 1980s to early 1990s, before the full transition to New Holland branding.
