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UTILITY VEHICLE
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Code No. K7311-7122-3
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KUBOTA Corporation 2008
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL UTILITY VEHICLE 1AYAAAYAP0030 English (U.S.A.) Code No. K7311-7122-3 READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL PRINTED IN U.S.A. © KUBOTA Corporation 2008...
  • Page 2 KUBOTA Corporation is ··· ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials, USA Deutsches Institut für Normung, GERMANY Since its inception in 1890, KUBOTA Corporation has grown to rank as one of the major firms in Japan. Feet Per Minute Hydrostatic Transmission...
  • Page 3 UNIVERSAL SYMBOLS As a guide to the operation of your vehicle, various universal symbols have been utilized on the instruments and controls. The symbols are shown below with an indication of their meaning. Safety Alert Symbol Engine Coolant-Temperature Brake & Parking Brake Battery Charging Condition Engine Oil-Pressure Turn Signal...

  • Page 4: Safety First

    FOREWORD You are now the proud owner of a KUBOTA Vehicle. This vehicle is a product of KUBOTA quality engineering and manufacturing. It is made of excellent materials and under a rigid quality control system. It will give you long, satisfactory service.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SAFE OPERATION ....................1 SERVICING OF VEHICLE................... 1 SPECIFICATIONS....................... 2 SPECIFICATION TABLE ..................2 TRAVELING SPEEDS ..................... 3 VEHICLE LIMITATIONS....................4 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS..............5 LOCATION OF PARTS.................... 5 PRE-OPERATION CHECK ..................9 DAILY CHECK ......................9 OPERATING THE ENGINE..................10 STARTING THE ENGINE ..................
  • Page 6 CONTENTS Differential Lock ......................21 Unfamiliar Terrain ......................22 Driving in Reverse ......................22 Driving in "4WD" ......................23 Turning the Vehicle......................23 Hills ..........................24 Traversing Hillsides ......................24 Sliding and Skidding ....................... 24 Driving through Water..................... 25 CARGO BED ......................26 CARGO BED......................
  • Page 7 CONTENTS Checking Brake Fluid Level .................... 45 Checking Brake Pedal ....................45 Checking Parking Brake ....................46 Checking Gauges, Meter and Easy Checker(TM) ............46 Checking Head Light, etc....................46 Checking Seat Belt and ROPS ..................46 Checking Joint Boot......................46 Checking Tire Inflation Pressure..................
  • Page 8 CONTENTS Replacing Radiator Hose (Water pipes) ................. 68 Replacing Fuel Hose ...................... 68 Replacing Brake Master Cylinder (Inner Parts) .............. 68 Replacing Intake Air Line....................68 Replacing Engine Breather Hose ................... 68 EVERY 4 YEARS....................69 Replacing Brake Hose ....................69 SERVICE AS REQUIRED..................
  • Page 9 (For further If any structural member of the ROPS is damaged, details, see "MAINTENANCE" section.) replace the entire structure at your local KUBOTA 14. Keep your vehicle clean. Dirt, grease, and trash build Dealer.
  • Page 10 SAFE OPERATION C Safety for children 2. OPERATING THE VEHICLE Tragedy can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children generally are attracted to vehicles and the work they do. C Starting 1. Always sit in the operator's seat when starting engine 1.
  • Page 11 SAFE OPERATION (2) Driving forward out of a ditch, mired condition or up a steep slope increases the risk of a vehicle to 3. HAULING LOADS IN THE CARGO BED be upset backward. Always back out of these situations. Extra caution is required with four- 1.
  • Page 12 SAFE OPERATION 11. Always maintain the correct tire pressure. Do not 6. SERVICING THE VEHICLE inflate tires above the recommended pressure shown in the operator's manual. Before servicing the vehicle, park it on a firm, flat and level surface, set the parking brake, lower all implements to the ground, place the range gear shift lever in neutral, stop the engine and remove the key.
  • Page 13 SAFE OPERATION (1) Cardboard (2) Hydraulic line (3) Magnifying glass...
  • Page 14 SAFE OPERATION 7. DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS...
  • Page 15 SAFE OPERATION...
  • Page 16 SAFE OPERATION...
  • Page 17 2. Clean danger, warning and caution labels with soap and water, dry with a soft cloth. 3. Replace damaged or missing danger, warning and caution labels with new labels from your local KUBOTA Dealer. 4. If a component with danger, warning and caution label(s) affixed is replaced with new part, make sure new label(s) is(are) attached in the same location(s) as the replaced component.

  • Page 19: Safe Operation

    However, when in need of parts or major service, be sure to see your KUBOTA Dealer. For service, contact the KUBOTA Dealership from which you purchased your vehicle or your local KUBOTA Dealer. When in need of parts, be prepared to give your dealer vehicle, engine, transmission and ROPS serial numbers.

  • Page 20: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATION TABLE Model RTV500 Make KUBOTA GZ460F-E3-UV Type 2 cylinders, 4-cycle, Gasoline, OHV Engine Displacement L (cu. in.) 0.456 (27.8) kW (HP) / Horsepower 11.8 (15.8) / 3600 Fuel Capacity L (U.S.gals) 20 (5.3) Transmission Continuously variable hydro transmission (VHT)

  • Page 21: Traveling Speeds

    SPECIFICATIONS Model RTV500 Width mm (in.) 1032 (40.6) Length mm (in.) 856 (33.7) Depth mm (in.) 290 (11.4) Cargo bed Volume m (cu.ft.) 0.25 (9) Bed height mm (in.) 810 (31.9) (unloaded) Max. cargo bed load kg (lbs.) 200 (441)

  • Page 22: Vehicle Limitations

    Use with implements which are not sold or approved by KUBOTA and which exceed the maximum specifications listed below, or which are otherwise unfit for use with the KUBOTA Vehicle may result in malfunctions or failures of the vehicle, damage to other property and injury to the operator or others. [Any malfunctions or failures of the vehicle resulting from use with improper implements are not covered by the warranty] Max.

  • Page 23: Instrument Panel And Controls

    INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS LOCATION OF PARTS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS (1) ROPS............. -- (2) Front hood............38 (3) Headlights............15 (4) Winch mount bracket........32 (5) Front trailer hitch bracket........ 31 (6) Front trailer hitch (if equipped)......31...
  • Page 24 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS (1) Steering wheel..........-- (2) Hourmeter............(3) Coolant temperature gauge......(4) Horn button............15 (5) Head light switch..........15 (6) Key switch............-- (7) Differential lock lever........21 (8) Easy Checker(TM)......... (9) Range gear shift lever........(10) 4WD lever............
  • Page 25 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS (1) Seat belts............14 (2) Seat............... 39 (3) Parking brake lever........20 (4) Fuel gauge............. 19 (5) Battery............--...
  • Page 26 INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS (1) Handgrip............-- (5) Tailgate............27 (2) Cargo bed............26 (6) Tail lamp............-- (3) Fuel tank cap............ -- (7) Rear trailer hitch bracket........31 (4) Muffler.............. -- (8) Rear trailer hitch (if equipped)......(9) Rear shock absorber........

  • Page 27: Pre-Operation Check

    PRE-OPERATION CHECK PRE-OPERATION CHECK DAILY CHECK To prevent trouble from occurring, it is important to know the condition of the vehicle well. Check it before starting. To avoid personal injury: A Be sure to check and service the vehicle on a level surface with the engine shut off and the parking brake "ON"...

  • Page 28: Operating The Engine

    OPERATING THE ENGINE OPERATING THE ENGINE STARTING THE ENGINE To avoid personal injury: 1. Make sure the parking brake is applied. A Read "SAFE OPERATION" in the front of this manual. A Read the danger, warning and caution labels located on the vehicle. A To avoid danger...
  • Page 29 OPERATING THE ENGINE C Check Easy Checker(TM) Lamps: 2. Set the range gear shift lever to the 1. When the key is turned "ON", lamps(2)(3)(4) should come on. If trouble should occur at any location while "NEUTRAL" position. the engine is running, the warning lamp corresponding to that location comes on.

  • Page 30: Cold Weather Starting

    OPERATING THE ENGINE STOPPING THE ENGINE BCold Weather Starting When the ambient temperature is below 0 ), the 1. After slowing the engine to idle, turn the key to "OFF". engine is very cold. If the engine fails to start after 10 2.

  • Page 31: Jump Starting

    OPERATING THE ENGINE JUMP STARTING To avoid personal injury: A Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away from battery. A If vehicle battery is frozen, do not jump start engine. A Do not connect other end of negative jumper cable to negative terminal of vehicle battery.

  • Page 32: Operating The Vehicle

    OPERATING THE VEHICLE OPERATING THE VEHICLE OPERATING NEW VEHICLE STARTING How a new vehicle is handled and maintained determines 1. Fasten the seat belt. the life of the vehicle. A new vehicle just off the factory production line has been, of course, tested, but the various parts are not BSeat Belt accustomed to each other, so care should be taken to...

  • Page 33: Head Light Switch

    OPERATING THE VEHICLE 2. Selecting light switch position. BHorn Button The horn switch is operative when the key switch is in either the "ON" or "OFF" position. BHead Light Switch The horn will sound when the horn button is pressed. The head light switch is operative when the key switch is in the "ON"...

  • Page 34: Brake Pedal

    OPERATING THE VEHICLE 3. Checking the brake pedal. 4. Selecting the travel speed. BBrake Pedal BRange Gear Shift Lever To avoid personal injury: To avoid personal injury: A If the operator suddenly brakes, an accident A Avoid changing range gear shift lever when may occur due to loss of control or the shifting ascending or descending a slope.

  • Page 35: 4Wd Lever

    OPERATING THE VEHICLE C Front wheel drive is effective for the following A Do not force the range gear shift lever. If it is difficult to jobs: shift the lever into "L", or "H" on slopes, be sure to 1. When greater pulling force is needed, such as working apply the parking brake before starting the procedure.

  • Page 36: Stopping

    OPERATING THE VEHICLE STOPPING CHECK DURING DRIVING BStopping BImmediately Stop the Engine if: 1. Release the speed control pedal. A The engine suddenly slows down or accelerates, 2. Step on the brake pedal. A Unusual noises are suddenly heard, 3. After the vehicle has stopped, put the range gear shift A Exhaust fumes suddenly become very dark, lever in neutral, and apply the parking brake.

  • Page 37: Easy Checker(Tm)

    If the light is active after restart, consult A Do not refuel over "F". Fill the tank only to the bottom your local KUBOTA Dealer. of the filler neck in the fuel tank. Engine oil pressure light...

  • Page 38: Coolant Temperature Gauge

    OPERATING THE VEHICLE PARKING BCoolant Temperature Gauge BParking Brake Lever To avoid personal injury: To avoid personal injury: A Do not remove radiator cap until coolant BEFORE DISMOUNTING VEHICLE temperature is well below its boiling point. A ALWAYS APPLY THE PARKING BRAKE AND Then loosen cap slightly to the stop to relieve LOWER ALL IMPLEMENTS TO THE GROUND.

  • Page 39: Accessory

    OPERATING THE VEHICLE ACCESSORY OPERATING TECHNIQUES B12V Electric Outlet BDifferential Lock The 12 volt receptacle is located on the front-panel. An auxiliary light or other devices may be connected to this connector. To avoid personal injury due to loss of steering control: C This outlet is activated when the key switch is in A Do not operate the vehicle at high speed with...

  • Page 40: Unfamiliar Terrain

    OPERATING THE VEHICLE BUnfamiliar Terrain BDriving in Reverse To avoid personal injury: To avoid personal injury: A Be sure to check for hidden obstacles or A Turn around, look down and behind you before hazards before driving in a new area. backing up to be sure there are no obstacles or A Keep your speed down until you know the area people in your way.

  • Page 41: Driving In "4Wd

    OPERATING THE VEHICLE BDriving in "4WD" BTurning the Vehicle To avoid personal injury: To avoid personal injury: A Do not drive in "4WD" on paved surfaces. A Reduce vehicle speed before entering the turn and maintain an even speed through the turn. For the maximum traction, shift the range gear shift lever A Do not make sharp turns in order to avoid loss into low range and use "4WD"...

  • Page 42: Hills

    OPERATING THE VEHICLE BTraversing Hillsides BHills To avoid personal injury: To avoid personal injury: A Do not turn sideways on a hill, or the vehicle A Reduce vehicles speed to prevent tipping or may roll over. loss of control. A Always go straight up hill or down hill. A Do not traverse hillsides that are slippery or A Slow down until you can get a clean view of the covered with rocks or obstacles which may...

  • Page 43: Driving Through Water

    OPERATING THE VEHICLE BDriving through Water To avoid personal injury: A Do not drive through water whenever it is possible. A Drive slowly across shallow water and choose a location to enter and exit the water where the banks are not too steep or slippery. A Check before entering for rocks, holes or other obstacles that may cause overturn, get stuck or submerged.

  • Page 44: Cargo Bed

    CARGO BED CARGO BED CARGO BED BGeneral Caution To avoid personal injury: A Never carry passengers in the cargo bed. They can be tossed about or even thrown off causing serious injury or death. A Never raise the cargo bed when it is loaded. A Driving with the cargo bed tilted may be hazardous.

  • Page 45: Cargo Bed Tailgate

    CARGO BED BCargo Bed Tailgate A TO AVOID TAILGATE DAMAGE: Remove the rear trailer hitch when wire loop is removed and cargo bed is raised. To avoid personal injury: A Do not apply a load to the tailgate while the tailgate is open, or the wire loop may break.

  • Page 46: Raising And Lowering The Cargo Bed

    CARGO BED 6. Release the safety support from the latch slot by pulling up on the middle of the support. BRaising and Lowering the Cargo Bed 7. Put the safety support into the support holder. To avoid personal injury; A Make sure the vehicle is on a firm, level surface and the parking brake is applied before raising the cargo bed and securing the cargo bed in the raised position.

  • Page 47: Tires And Wheels

    Do not inflate tires above the recommended pressure shown in the operator's manual. A Do not use tires other than those approved by KUBOTA. BInflation Pressure C All terrain vehicle tire Though the tire pressure is factory-set to the prescribed level, it naturally drops slowly in the course of time.

  • Page 48: Wheels

    Weaker Soft Light A If you feel any difficulty in the adjustment, consult your local KUBOTA dealer. The rear shock absorber spring is adjusted to third position (default) in the figure below. (A) Rear shock absorber (B) Adjusting sleeve (Turn here with a hook wrench.)

  • Page 49: Towing And Transporting

    TOWING AND TRANSPORTING TOWING AND TRANSPORTING TOWING AND TRANSPORTING BFront Trailer Hitch BRear Trailer Hitch [if equipped] [if equipped] To avoid personal injury: To avoid personal injury: A Do not tow this vehicle unless all the functions A Always tow a load slowly enough to maintain of the vehicle are properly working, since the control and avoid tipping.

  • Page 50: Winch Mount Bracket

    TOWING AND TRANSPORTING BWinch Mount Bracket BTransporting Vehicle Mounting the optional winch always requires reading the Pay attention to the points below when transporting the instruction manual attached to the winch thoroughly vehicle. before using it. 1. Use a suitable truck or trailer. 2.

  • Page 51: Maintenance

    See the Emissions Warranty Statement. 2. To ensure the best quality and reliability, use new KUBOTA Genuine parts or their equivalents for repair and replacement, whenever you have maintenance done.
  • Page 52 MAINTENANCE Indication of Hour Meter After Ref. Items 700 hrs Page every Battery condition Check 100 hrs every Toe-in Adjust 100 hrs every Spark arrester Clean 100 hrs every Parking brake lever Adjust 200 hrs every Engine oil filter Replace 200 hrs every Engine oil...
  • Page 53 MAINTENANCE Indication of Hour Meter After Ref. Items 700 hrs Page every Brake fluid Change 2 years every Cooling system Flush 2 years every Coolant Change 2 years Brake master cylinder every Replace (inner parts) 2 years every Engine breather hose Replace 2 years Brake pad wear...

  • Page 54: Lubricants, Fuel And Coolant

    Moderate amount Spray Type Grease 4WD lever pivot Differential lock lever Bypass link *KUBOTA UDT or SUPER UDT-2 fluid --- KUBOTA original transmission hydraulic fluid **Oil amount when the oil level is at the upper level of the oil level gauge.
  • Page 55 Do not mix different brands or grades. C Brake fluid: Always use KUBOTA DOT3 GENUINE BRAKE FLUID from a sealed container. If it is not available, you should use only DOT3 fluid as a temporary replacement from a sealed container.

  • Page 56: Periodic Service

    PERIODIC SERVICE PERIODIC SERVICE 5. Press-fit the hood into position with both hands. To avoid personal injury: A Do not work under any hydraulically supported devices. They can settle, suddenly leak down, or be accidentally lowered. If necessary to work under vehicle or any vehicle elements for servicing or adjustment, securely support them with stands or suitable blocking beforehand.

  • Page 57: Operator's Seat

    PERIODIC SERVICE HOW TO RAISE THE CARGO BED BOperator's Seat To open the seat, raise the seat to the forward position. To avoid personal injury: A When servicing under raised bed, make sure safety support is properly mounted. A Do not touch muffler or exhaust pipes while they are hot;...

  • Page 58: Jack-Up Point

    PERIODIC SERVICE JACK-UP POINT To avoid personal injury, death or vehicle damage: A Do not work under the vehicle unless it is secured by safe stands or suitable blocking. BFront End Jack up at the front bumper only. (1) Safety support (2) Latch slot 5.

  • Page 59: Daily Check

    PERIODIC SERVICE DAILY CHECK Use only unleaded gasoline with an octane rating index of 87 or higher may be used. For your own safety and maximum service life of the vehicle, make a thorough daily inspection before operating the vehicle to start the engine. A Use fuel within approximately 30 days after purchase to avoid deterioration in fuel quality, or add fuel stabilizer to keep fuel fresh and stabilized.

  • Page 60: Checking Engine Oil Level

    PERIODIC SERVICE A Remove fuel-powered equipment from the truck or the trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, BChecking Engine Oil Level then refuel such equipment with a portable container, rather than from a fuel dispenser nozzle. A Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank To avoid personal injury: or container opening at all times until the fueling is...

  • Page 61: Checking Transmission Fluid Level

    A If the radiator cap has to be removed, follow the caution above and securely retighten the cap. A Use clean, fresh water and anti-freeze to fill the recovery tank. A If water should leak, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer.

  • Page 62: Cleaning Radiator Screen

    PERIODIC SERVICE BCleaning Radiator Screen BChecking Engine Cooling Fan [For those of the engine serial number 8U0086 or later, check the fan operation.] To avoid personal injury: A Be sure to stop the engine before removing the screen. To avoid personal injury: 1.

  • Page 63: Checking Brake Fluid Level

    A Stop the engine and chock the wheels before below the "MIN" mark. checking brake pedal. A Use only KUBOTA DOT3 GENUINE BRAKE FLUID from a sealed container. Using other 1. Inspect the brake pedals for free travel, and smooth type of oil ruins synthetic resin or rubber operation.

  • Page 64: Checking Parking Brake

    2. If the boots are cuts, cracked or shows signs of key switch at "ON" position, the brake indicator on the deterioration, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer. instrument panel lights up. To release the brakes, push in the button at the tip of the parking brake lever and tilt down the lever.

  • Page 65: Checking Tire Inflation Pressure

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 50 HOURS BChecking Tire Inflation Pressure BGreasing Though the tire pressure is factory-set to the prescribed Apply a small amount of multi-purpose grease to the level, it naturally drops slowly in the course of time. Thus, following points every 50 hours: If you operated the check it everyday and inflate as necessary.
  • Page 66 PERIODIC SERVICE (1) Parking brake pivot (spray type grease) (1) Range gear shift lever pivot (spray type grease) (2) 4WD lever pivot (spray type grease) (3) Differential lock lever (spray type grease) (1) Bypass link (spray type grease)

  • Page 67: Checking Engine Start System

    If the above does not C Preparation before testing. occur immediately, consult your local KUBOTA dealer 1. Place all control levers in the "NEUTRAL" position. for this service.

  • Page 68: Cleaning Air Cleaner Primary Element

    PERIODIC SERVICE C Evacuator Valve Open the evacuator valve once a week under ordinary BCleaning Air Cleaner Primary Element conditions - or daily when used in a dusty place - to get rid 1. Remove the air cleaner cover and primary element. of large particles of dust and dirt.

  • Page 69: Adjusting Alternator Drive Belt Tension

    6. If the deflection of the belt is over the prescribed value, the alternator drive belt should be adjusted. 7. Replace the alternator drive belt if it is damaged. Consult your local KUBOTA dealer. 8. Make sure to set the checking belt cover again in place after checking.
  • Page 70 PERIODIC SERVICE The belt should deflect approx. 7.5 Proper mm (0.30 in.) when the belt (7) at the alternator drive center of the checking belt window is belt tension depressed with finger pressure of 98 N (10 kgf, 22 lbs.). 5.

  • Page 71: Checking Fuel Line

    PERIODIC SERVICE A When the fuel line is disconnected for maintenance or The belt should deflect approx. 10 mm repair, close both ends of the fuel line with a piece of Proper (0.39 in.) when the center of the belt clean cloth or paper to prevent dust and dirt from alternator drive between pulleys is depressed with...

  • Page 72: Checking Battery Condition

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking Battery Condition To avoid the possibility of battery explosion: refillable type battery, follow instructions below. A Do not use or charge the refillable type battery if the fluid level is below the LOWER (lower limit level) mark. Otherwise, the battery component parts may prematurely deteriorate, which may shorten the battery's service life or cause an explosion.

  • Page 73: Adjusting Toe-In

    PERIODIC SERVICE BAdjusting Toe-in Proper toe-in 0 to 20 mm (0 to 0.79 in.) 1. Park vehicle on a flat place. 2. Turn steering wheel so front wheels are in the straight ahead position. 3. Lock the park brake and stop the engine. 4.

  • Page 74: Cleaning Spark Arrester

    PERIODIC SERVICE C Adjusting procedures 1. Loosen the lock nut and turn the tie rod to adjust the BCleaning Spark Arrester rod length until the proper toe-in measurement is obtained. 2. Retighten the lock nut. To avoid personal injury: A After operating the engine, do not touch the A Tightening torque: muffler, exhaust pipe, or spark arrester until 74.0 to 84.0 N-m...

  • Page 75: Every 200 Hours

    8 to 12 notches and will not hold the To avoid personal injury: vehicle in place. A Be sure to stop the engine before changing the Consult your local KUBOTA dealer. oil filter cartridge. A Allow engine to cool down sufficiently, oil can C Adjusting procedure be hot and can burn.

  • Page 76: Changing Engine Oil

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChanging Engine Oil To avoid personal injury: A Be sure to stop the engine before changing the oil. A Allow engine to cool down sufficiently, oil can be hot and can burn. 1. Park the vehicle on a flat surface and raise the cargo bed.

  • Page 77: Cleaning Radiator Cooling Fins

    PERIODIC SERVICE 4. Remove all dirt and debris from radiator fins and fan shroud using compressed air or water. BCleaning Radiator Cooling Fins Flow of compressed air or water should be from the back to the front as shown in the figures. To avoid personal injury: A Compressed air can cause debris to fly a long distance.

  • Page 78: Replacing Transmission Oil Filter

    (1) Oil inlet (A) Oil level is acceptable within this range (2) Dipstick A To prevent serious damage to the transmission, use only a KUBOTA genuine filter. (1) Transmission oil filter (HST) (Yellow color) (2) Transmission oil filter (Suction) (Orange color)

  • Page 79: Checking Spark Plug Condition & Gap

    PERIODIC SERVICE 7. Check the gap using a wire feeler gauge. Adjust the gap from 0.6 to 0.7 mm (0.024 to 0.028 in.) by carefully BChecking Spark Plug Condition & Gap bending the ground electrode. Remove the spark plugs, check condition, and reset the gap or replace with new plugs as necessary.

  • Page 80: Checking Brake Pedal

    2. Check the brake hose and pipe joints for oil leaks. To avoid personal injury: 3. If there is any abnormality, consult your local KUBOTA A Stop the engine and chock the wheels before Dealer for this service.

  • Page 81: Checking Brake Light Switch

    PERIODIC SERVICE BChecking Radiator Hose and Clamp Park the vehicle on a flat surface and raise the cargo bed. Check to see if radiator hoses are properly fixed every 200 hours of operation or 6 months, whichever comes first. 1. If hose clamps are loose or water leaks, tighten bands securely.

  • Page 82: Checking Intake Air Line

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 300 HOURS BChecking Tire 1. Check to see if tires are not damaged. 2. If the tires are cracked, bulged, or cut, or they are worn out, replace or repair them at once. C Tire Tread Depth Always replace the tires when the tread depth is worn to minimum allowable.

  • Page 83: Every 400 Hours

    (1) Drain plug if missing or in poor condition. 4. After draining, reinstall the drain plug. 5. Fill with the new KUBOTA SUPER UDT fluid up to the A Do not operate the vehicle immediately after changing upper notch on the dipstick.

  • Page 84: Changing Front Axle Case Oil

    If you do not have the proper tools and/or are not 2. To drain the used oil, remove the drain and filling plugs mechanically proficient, consult your local KUBOTA at the front axle case and drain the oil completely into the oil pan.

  • Page 85: Every 2 Years

    PERIODIC SERVICE EVERY 2 YEARS BChanging Brake Fluid Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. (See "Checking Brake Fluid Level" in "DAILY CHECK" in "PERIODIC SERVICE" section.) BFlushing Cooling System and Changing Coolant To avoid personal injury: A Do not remove the radiator cap while coolant is (1) Radiator cap (A) "FULL"...

  • Page 86: Replacing Radiator Hose (Water Pipes)

    If mixed with the cleaning agent, sludge may build up, adversely affecting the engine parts. 7. Kubota's genuine long-life coolant has a service life of 2 years. Be sure to change the coolant every 2 years. A The above data represents industry standards that necessitate a minimum glycol content in the concentrated antifreeze.

  • Page 87: Every 4 Years

    Check the pad's thickness: BReplacing Brake Hose Minimum thickness should be 1mm (3/64 inch). If below this or pad material is damaged, contact your Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service. local Kubota Dealer. SERVICE AS REQUIRED BChecking Brake Pad...

  • Page 88: Replacing Fuse

    Failure to follow this procedure may result in serious damage to the vehicle electrical system. Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for specific information dealing with (1) Main harness electrical problems. (2) Harness part number label C Replacement procedure 1.

  • Page 89: Replacing Slow-Blow Fuses

    Take the bulb out of the light body and replace it with cabling. If any of them have blown out, be sure to pinpoint a new one. the cause. Never use any substitute, use only a KUBOTA 2. Other lights genuine part.

  • Page 90: Storage

    STORAGE STORAGE REMOVING THE VEHICLE FROM STORAGE To avoid personal injury: 1. Check the tire air pressure and inflate the tires if they A Do not clean the vehicle with engine running. are low. A To avoid danger exhaust fume 2.

  • Page 91: Troubleshooting

    KUBOTA Dealer. A Fuel hose or fuel filter clogged or A Clean or replace fuel lines, and consult damaged. your KUBOTA Dealer. A Air cleaner is clogged. A Clean or replace the air cleaner element. A Spark plug defective.
  • Page 92 A Consult your KUBOTA Dealer. comes on. Engine will not idle. A Spark plug defective. A Adjust the spark plug gap or replace it. A Faulty spark plug. A Replace the spark plug. If you have any questions, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer.

  • Page 93: Battery Troubleshooting

    Battery electrolyte level A There is a crack or pin A Replace battery. drops rapidly. holes in the electrolytic cells. A Charging system A Consult your local trouble. KUBOTA Dealer. If you have any questions, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer.

  • Page 94: Machine Troubleshooting

    Brakes not working correctly A Air is in brake system. A Consult your KUBOTA Dealer. A Brake pads are worn. A Consult your KUBOTA Dealer. Brake noise A Consult your KUBOTA Dealer. If you have any questions, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer.

  • Page 95: Options

    OPTIONS OPTIONS Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for further details. A Backup Beeper A Bed Liner A Cab Heater (cab only) A Camo Steel Cab A Fabric Cover A Front Accessory Box A Front Guard (Silver) A Front Heavy Load Strut A Front Trailer Hitch &...

  • Page 96: Engine Emission Related Information

    ENGINE EMISSION RELATED INFORMATION ENGINE EMISSION RELATED INFORMATION C The GZ460F-E3 engine conforms to U.S. EPA and California emission regulations for off-road small SI engines. A Emission compliance period: 1000 HOURS A CARB emissions durability period: EXTENDED C Exhaust Emission Control System A Throttle Body Injection, Electronic Control Module, Three Way Catalyst...

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