Specifications, Service and Repair of Farm and Lawn Tractors

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Ford 8600 Maintenance Data

Ford 8600 Periodic Maintenance

Every 10 Hours or Daily

Check engine oil level.
Check engine air filters.
Check the coolant level.

Every 50 Hours

Check battery condition.
Check hydraulic/transmission fluid level.
Check steering oil level.
Lubricate front axle hub bearings.
Inspect wheels and tires.

Every 300 Hours

Change engine oil. Engine oil - SAE 15W-40, 10W-30, 15W-30, SAE 10W.
Replace engine oil filter.
Clean primary engine air filter.
Clean engine fuel filter.
Clean cab air filter.
Remove dirt from radiator fins.
Inspect fan/alternator belt tension.
Check brake adjustment.

Every 600 Hours

Replace primary engine air filter.
Replace secondary engine air filter.
Replace power steering filter.
Change steering oil. Steering oil type - 134D, SAE 10W-30.
Check and adjust engine idling.
Check the radiator coolant.

Every 1200 Hours

Replace engine fuel filter.
Replace hydraulic oil filter.
Replace cab air filter.
Change hydraulic/transmission fluid. Fluid type - 134D, SAE 10W-30.
Lubricate rear axle bearings.

Every 1500 Hours

Check and adjust valve clearance.
Flush cooling system and add new coolant.

Refill Capacities

Cooling system capacity ................. 19.5 qt (18.5 L).
Engine oil capacity ................. 12.1 qt (11.4 L).
Transmission/hydraulic capacity (8-Speed) ................. 16 gal (60.6 L).
Transmission/hydraulic capacity (Dual Power) ................. 17.2 gal (65.3 L).
Steering box capacity ................. 3.0 qt (2.8 L).

Ford 8600 Replacement Parts

Engine primary air filter. Part number ................. 81866927 or D9NN9601AA.
Engine secondary air filter element. Part number ................. 84493218 or D1NN9R500A.
Engine oil filter. Part number ......... 86546611 or CFPN6731B (Cartridge), 86546615 or E7NN6714BB (Spin-On).
Engine fuel filter. Part number ................. 84535312 or EDPN9N074AA.
Hydraulic oil filter. Part number ................. 86546610 or D8NNM903AA.
Power steering filter. Part number ................. C7NN3N538A or EDPN3K758A.
Cab air filter. Part number ................. 134692.

Annual Maintenance

Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
Replace air cleaner elements.
Change transmission/hydraulic fluid.
Replace power steering filter.
Install a new transmission/hydraulic filter.
Drain water from fuel tank and replace fuel filter.
Clean radiator and oil cooler fins.
Flush the cooling system and refill with new coolant.
Inspect all clamps and hoses.
Check battery electrolyte level.
Adjust engine valve clearance.
Inspect and adjust fuel injectors.

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FORD TRACTORS SPECIFICATIONS

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FORD TRACTORS MAINTENANCE

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