Specifications, Service and Repair of Farm and Lawn Tractors

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Massey Ferguson 231 Problems

A week ago I noticed some problem on my Massey Ferguson 231. Diesel doesn't crank. Tell me what is the probable problem?

You must use the recommended fuel grade. High-pressure fuel pump is damaged. Check and overhaul. Wrong fuel injection pump timing. Perform adjustment.

MF 231 damages. Poor engine output. How do I solve the problem?

Burnt nozzle Have it repaired by the service representative. Engine’s moving parts seem to be seizing - Repair or replace.

Tell me why diesel engine does not run smoothly?

Dirt, water, or ice in fuel system. Jet nozzle clogged - Replace or repair the nozzle.

231 tractor trouble. Transmission shifts hard. What's the reason?

Transmission misaligned - Correct alignment.

Please tell me why steering wheel turns around without opposition? What do I need to do to solve the problem?

Low hydraulic oil level in the tank - Top up the oil. The steering cylinder is heavily worn - Change the seal. Defect in the power steering pump - Install a new pump.

I got a MF 231 in november. Now there is malfunction. Diesel motor won't start. Could anyone help me determine the source of malfunction?

Starter speed is slow - Replace or repair. Restriction in a fuel pipe - Flush and clean the fuel pipe. Dirty fuel filter element - Change it. Piston rings are damaged - Need replacement of piston rings.

I have the same tractor. Yesterday I saw the steering stopped working. Can anybody tell me what's issue?

Low hydraulic oil level in tank. Insufficient oil delivery from the hydraulic pump. Check the hydraulic pump suction line and filter. Fix as required. hydraulic connection leaking. Eliminate the problem. Pump of power steering is broke. Replace the pump. Power steering is worn out. Diagnose the power steering.

231 tractor failure. Engine cranks but not starting. Please help me diagnose prime cause of breakdown. What needs to be repaired?

Loose or corroded electrical connections. Plugged fuel filter. Remove Air Filter and clean. Cold start system worked incorrectly. Piston rings are wear or deformed. Gasket Blow-By or Leakage. Water in fuel. Fuel too heavy at low temperature.

Massey Ferguson 231 diesel engine failures. Motor hard to start permanently. How can i fix a failure?

Restricted Fuel Lines. Air leakage to the fuel inlet. Clogging in exhaust pipe. Low voltage - Charge battery. Dirty or faulty injectors. Clogged fuel filter. Clean or replace fuel filter. Incorrect timing.

Steering doesn’t function on our tractor. How can I fix it?

Hydraulic system has a large amount of air. We recommend you release air from system. The minimum oil level in the tank. Top up the oil. Steering cylinder has problems Replace the faulty part.

Having used the same model. Why motor failure to start? How could i fix this defect?

Valve timing is incorrect - Set a valve timing. Compression increase. Cylinder bores are worn - Need overhaul. Leaks between valves and seats - Remove leakage.

MF 231 troubles. Diesel engine knocks. what is the probable breakdown?

This is a small residue of engine oil. You should pour this. Coolant temperature dropped.

I can not understand why front axle to howls regularly during operation?

This is gears damage. Replace gears. ball bearings are firmly erased. You need to change it.

I'm the owner this tractor some years. Often diesel start is intermittent. How to eliminate?

Nozzle has clog. Need to diagnose injector. Injection pump problems. Do overhaul of injection pump.

I have the exact same tractor. Answer my question what's problem if differential lock breaks down abruptly? What's solution to the problem?

Diaphragm worn out or replace friction clutch discs. Requires repair.

We have 231 tractor. Diesel engine will not start. Tell me how can I fix this?

Probably this is a clogged fuel filter. Otherwise injection pump adjustment is not correct.

I have trouble. Motor overheats regularly. How to repair it?

Low coolant level - Fill coolant and check cooling system for loose connections or leak. Radiator is dirty - Clean it. Excessive load - Reduce load or speed. Loose or defective fan belt - Replace fan belt as required. Check belt tensioner.

My friend has Massey Ferguson 231. Today he diagnosed a crash in the crankcase of the drive axle. Which part is damaged?

These signs talk about damaged bearings.

Tell me what is fault if motor emits white smoke?

When white gas visible from exhaust pipe you need to carry out replacement of piston rings urgently. Piston ring and cylinder worn or stuck - Repair or replace.

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MF TRACTORS TROUBLESHOOTING
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