Specifications, Service and Repair of Farm and Lawn Tractors

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Massey Ferguson 8480 Tractor - Problems and Solutions

Two days ago I found out a malfunction on my 8480 tractor. Engine doesn't turn over. Tell me what is the problem?

You used an incorrect type of fuel. Broken drive on fuel injection pump. Check and overhaul. Incorrect fuel injection pump timing. Perform adjustment.

Massey Ferguson 8480 malfunctions. Insufficient engine power. How should I troubleshoot it?

Governor linkage out of adjustment. Insufficient compression. Replace cylinder liner or piston rings. Low engine compression.

Help anybody what is problem if diesel engine misses?

Choke or throttle cable sticking. Improper fuel. Engine control unit or speed sensor faulty.

MF 8480 tractor issue. Transmission rough shifting. What happened?

Linkage binding, bent, or loose - Free, straighten, or tighten as needed.

Please tell me why my steering wheel rotates very easy? What do I need to do to fix an issue?

Low hydraulic oil level in the tank - Top up the oil. Steering cylinder has problems - Replace the defective part. Defect in the power steering pump - Check the steering pump.

I acquired a Massey Ferguson 8480 in march. Today there is malfunction. Diesel not starting. Can someone help me diagnose a source of problem?

Starter faulty - Change or refit. Clogging in the fuel line - You need to perform cleaning and washing. Dirty fuel filter element - Replace fuel filter. Piston rings are broken - Replace the piston rings.

I have the same model. Yesterday I saw steering wheel turns tight. Explain to me what is problem?

The minimum oil level. Incorrect toe-in. Improper alignment of front wheels - Replace tie-rod. Breakage of hydraulic hoses. It is necessary to eliminate a damage. Steering pump is worn out. Repair the pump. Power steering is damaged. Diagnose the power steering.

MF 8480 tractor question. Diesel motor very hard starting. Help me please define the cause of breakdown. What should I check?

Loose or damaged wiring. Check all wiring. Weak or dead battery. Cold start system used incorrectly. Wear or deformation of piston rings. Gasket Blow-By or Leakage. Water in fuel. Crankcase oil too heavy. Use oil of proper viscosity.

Massey Ferguson 8480 motor troubles. Diesel long starting sometimes. How could i fix a failure?

Restriction in fuel tank vent. Air leaks on intake hoses. Restriction in exhaust pipe. Low voltage - Charge battery. Dirty or faulty injectors. Filter clogged. Incorrect timing.

There was a breakdown of the steering on our tractor. Why did this happen?

The air was formed in hydraulic system. You must release air from system. The minimum oil indicator in system. Fill the tank. Wear of the hydraulic steering cylinder Replace the faulty part.

I have the exact same model. Why diesel failure to start? How do i solve a problem?

Wrong valve timing - Adjust valve timing. Compression increase. Worn cylinder bores - Need overhaul. Leaks between seats and valves - Remove leaks.

8480 tractor breakdowns. I hear a diesel knock. what is the trouble?

Lack of oil. Fill up. Low engine speed. Oil level low.

I have a problem why tractor front axle to make a lot of noise continuously while driving?

This is the failure of any gear. You must change the gears. Bearings are firmly erased. Replace it.

I own this model about 4 years. Sometimes motor start is intermittent. How to eliminate?

Injector is clogged. Need to diagnose injector. The fuel pump has a breakdown. Replace injection pump.

I bought the exact same model. Answer my question why locking differential broke down swiftly? How to solve the problem?

Diaphragm damaged or wear of discs friction clutch. Requires repair.

I'm using Massey Ferguson 8480. Motor not starting. Help me what's issue?

We can assume this is a clogged fuel filter. Or the fuel pump is improperly adjuste.

Need help. Diesel overheating occurs. How to fix the problem?

Coolant level lowered. Pour liquid into radiator to recommended level. Choked radiator fins - Clean it. Insufficient coolant - Top up coolant. Choking of cooling system - Clean the cooling system. Engine overloaded. Shift to lower gear or reduce load. Loose or problem fan belt. Adjust belt tension.

My father has MF 8480. Yesterday he got a strange noise in the crankcase of the drive axle. What problem tell me?

All symptoms point to bearing problems.

Tell me what is defect if motor exhaust with white smoke?

If white smoke appeared from exhaust pipe you required to change piston rings urgently. Deficient compression - Adjust top clearance.

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