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Massey Ferguson 253 Maintenance and Servicing
Massey Ferguson 253 Service Intervals
Every Ten Hours or Daily
Check engine oil level. If the engine oil level is low, fill in fresh
oil.
Transmission/hydraulic oil level checking. If transmission/hydraulic oil
is too low, fill in new oil.
Engine air filters checking. Replace with a new one if necessary.
Check engine coolant level. If the coolant level is too low, fill the
system.
Check engine idling, steering unit, parking brake and service brakes. If
you found a problem, fix it.
Every 50 Hours
Check tires and inflate if required.
Check battery charge. Charge the battery if necessary.
Check front axle oil level. Add if required.
Checking hydraulic fluid in system. Fill the hydraulic system as
required.
Lubricate front and rear axle hub bearings.
Inspect wheels and tighten nuts and bolts if necessary.
Every 200 hours
Engine oil change. Recommended oil type - SAE 10W-30, 15W-30, 15W-40,
20W-40. API service classification SE, SF, CC, CD. How much to add:
Engine Oil Capacity - 7.2 qt (6.8 L). After filling, check the engine
oil level with a dipstick.
Oil filter changing. Engine oil filter part number: 1447082M2. Before
replacing, remove dirt from the filter housing. After installation,
checking the oil level is recommended. Add oil if necessary.
Check engine primary air filter element. Change if necessary. Air filter
part number - 3595518V1.
Inspect engine secondary air filter element. Replace as required. Part
number - 3595519V2.
Clean the radiator grill from dust and dirt.
Inspect and adjust alternator/fan belt. If the belt is worn, change it.
Check the torque of the wheel bolts.
Every 500 Hours
Replace engine fuel filter. Engine fuel filter part number: 836218V92.
Check diesel fuel pump adjustment.
Transmission/hydraulic fluid change. Recommended fluid type: Permatran
3. Transmission/Hydraulic Oil Capacity - 12.5 gal (47.0 L). After
changing the transmission/hydraulic oil, check the level with a
dipstick.
Steering fluid filter replacement. Steering filter part number:
1886135V1. After replacing the filter, check the steering oil level. If
required, add it. Steering Oil Capacity - 0.74 qt (0.70 L).
Changing hydraulic filter element. Hydraulic filter part number:
1687042V91/3771122V92. Check the transmission/hydraulic oil level after
installing a new filter element. If required, add it.
Check the coolant in radiator. If coolant is low, top up.
Check engine idle speeds. If necessary, adjust the engine idle speed.
Check the hoses and fittings. Tighten if necessary.
Change front axle fluid. Front Axle Capacity - 0.83 gal (3.7 L). Front
Axle Oil Type - Permatran.
Adjust parking and service brakes.
Yearly Maintenance
Massey Ferguson 253 replacement
parts
Engine Primary Air Filter. Part Number: 3595518V1
Engine Secondary Air Filter Element. Part Number: 3595519V2
Engine Oil Filter. Part Number: 1447082M2
Engine Fuel Filter Element. Part Number: 836218V92
Hydraulic Filter. Part Number: 1687042V91 or 3771122V92
Steering Filter Element. Part Number: 1886135V1
Change engine oil and filter. Check and clean the lubrication system.
Change engine primary and secondary air cleaner elements.
Install a new steering filter and pour in fresh steering fluid.
Install a new hydraulic filter and fill with fresh
transmission/hydraulic oil.
Drain water from fuel tank, then replace the fuel filter.
Clean oil cooler fins and radiator.
Drain, flush and refill engine cooling system. Cooling System Capacity -
11 qt (10.5 L).
Inspect all hoses and clamps.
Check battery charge.
Check and adjust valve clearance.
Check and adjust injection pump.
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MF TRACTORS TROUBLESHOOTING | ||||
1652 | 1749 | 2620 | 2725 | 2805 |
3050 | 3120 | 3640 | 3709 | 4245 |
4455 | 5320 | 5455 | 5613 | 6150 |
6280 | 6480 | 6615 | 7618 | 7720 |