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Kubota L285 - Problem Solving

The day before I noticed some trouble on my L285 tractor. Diesel engine can not turn over. Tell me what is the damage?

Fuel type is incorrect. Possible failure drive high pressure fuel pump. Diagnose and change. Timing of fuel injection pump is incorrect. Adjust if necessary.

Kubota L285 issue. Low engine power. How should I solve the problem?

Remove and clean Air Filter. Remove and clean Muffler or replace. Restricted air filter. Insufficient fuel flow or quality.

Help with the question what is problem if engine runs but misses?

Defective fuel injectors. Fuel injection pump timing. Defective fuel pump. Defective injectors.

Kubota L285 question. Transmission shifts hard. What could it be?

Defective or worn clutch - Change worn parts.

Somebody help me why my steering wheel turns around very easy? What are my actions to troubleshoot?

Low Oil Rating - Pour full. Steering cylinder has problems - Replace the defective part. Defect in the power steering pump - Repair pump.

I got a L285 tractor in november. Presently there is issue. Diesel motor will not start. Can someone help me find a source of damage?

Starter failure - Need a replacement or overhaul. Clogging in the fuel line - Flush and clean the fuel pipe. Filter element is dirty - Replace it. Piston rings worn out - Refit a new set of piston rings.

I have the same tractor. Recently, the steering turns in one direction. Somebody tell me what are possible malfunctions?

Low Oil Rating. Poorly installed steering column - Correct. Faulty steering pump. Oil flows out of the system. Eliminate a defect. Steering pump is worn out. Replace the pump. Wear of power steering. Requires repair.

L285 tractor issue. Diesel engine very hard starting. Need help to determine main cause of malfunction. What should I check?

Choke cable not adjusted properly. Choke not operating properly. Incorrect functions of the cold start system. Wear or deformation of piston rings. Cracked injector Body or Cup. Water in fuel. Fuel too heavy at low temperature.

Kubota L285 diesel failures. Diesel starts hard permanently. How can i resolve an issue?

Clogging in fuel tank vent. Air Leaks in Suction Lines. Exhaust pipe is clogged. Low voltage - Charge battery. Injection fuel is little or the spray is not excellent. Filter clogged. Incorrect timing.

Steering doesn’t function on our tractor. What is problem?

The air was formed in hydraulic system. You must release air from system. Low oil rate in system. It is required to add oil. Steering hydraulic cylinder worn out Make a replacement.

I am working on the exact same tractor. Why diesel doesn't start? How can i fix damage?

Valve timing is wrong - Make adjustment. Low compression. Cylinder bores are worn - Need overhaul. Leaks between seats and valves - Need Removal of leakage.

Kubota L285 damages. Diesel knocks. what could be the malfunction?

Lack of oil. You should pour this. Coolant temperature is low.

I can't find the reason why tractor front axle is cracking continuously when tractor run?

Teeth of gears broke. Replace gears. Roller bearings are firmly erased. Fit new bearings.

I have this model about 5 years. Sometimes engine start is intermittent. What you need to fix?

Injection nozzle is clogged. It is required to check injector. The fuel pump does not work. Repair injection pump.

I get the same tractor. Explain to me what reason if differential lock breaks down abruptly? What's solution to the problem?

Diaphragm worn out or wear of discs friction clutch. Requires repair.

I'm using L285 tractor. Diesel engine not starting. Tell me How can I eliminate a breakdown?

Most likely fuel filter element has dirt. Otherwise the fuel pump adjustment is not correct.

Please help. Diesel overheating occurs. How to repair it?

Low coolant level - Fill coolant and check cooling system for loose connections or leak. Clogged radiator fins - Clean the radiator fins. Internal wear limits out of specification. Injector timing is too advanced. Adjust as per specification. Too much load - you must reduce the load or speed. Loose or problem fan belt. Adjust belt tension.

My dad uses Kubota L285. Yesterday he heard knocking in the crankcase of the drive axle. What problem tell me?

All signs evidence of destruction of bearings.

Help with the question what is defect if diesel engine emits white smoke?

If white smoke appeared from exhaust pipe you must to carry out replacement of piston rings urgently. Piston ring and cylinder worn or stuck - Repair or replace.