Checking Engine Start System; Every 100 Hours; Checking Vht Neutral Spring; Checking Vht Pressure Release - Kubota RTV1140 CPX Operator's Manual

BChecking Engine Start System
To avoid personal injury:
A Do not allow anyone near the vehicle while
testing.
A If the vehicle does not pass the test, do not
operate the vehicle.
C Preparation before testing.
1. Place all control levers in the "NEUTRAL" position.
2. Set the parking brake and stop the engine.
C Test: Range gear shift lever safety switch
1. Sit on the operator's seat.
2. Shift the range gear shift lever to H position.
3. Return the Speed control pedal to the "NEUTRAL"
position.
4. Shift the hydraulic lift cylinder lever to the "NEUTRAL"
position.
5. Turn the key to "START" position.
6. The engine must not crank.
7. Repeat the step 2 to 6 with the range gear shift lever
at "M", "L" and "R" each position.
8. If it cranks, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for
service.
(1) Range gear shift lever
(2) Hydraulic lift cylinder lever
(3) Speed control pedal

EVERY 100 HOURS

BChecking VHT Neutral Spring
1. Park the vehicle on a flat place.
2. Set the parking brake.
3. Shift the range gear shift lever to the "NEUTRAL"
position.
4. Lock the hydraulic lift cylinder lever to the "NEUTRAL"
position with restricting plate.
5. Start the engine.
6. Make sure that the rotation speed of the engine
returns to the idling rotation immediately when taking
the foot off the pedal, after depressing the speed
control pedal several times. If the above does not
occur immediately, consult your local KUBOTA dealer
for this service.
BChecking VHT Pressure Release
To avoid personal injury:
A Do not touch muffler or exhaust pipes while
they are hot; severe burns could result.
1. Park the vehicle on a level ground and set the parking
brake.
2. Start the engine and shut off it soon.
3. Check the points as shown in the figures below.
4. If the result corresponds to either of the following (a) or
(b), consult your local KUBOTA Dealer.
(a) The clearance (x) is more than 1 mm.
(b) Spring needs adjusting.
(1) VHT pressure release arm
(2) VHT pressure release valve
PERIODIC SERVICE 55