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Massey Ferguson 261 Maintenance and Servicing
Massey Ferguson 261 Service Intervals
Every 10 Hours or Daily
Check the engine oil level. If the oil level is too low, add new oil.
Transmission/hydraulic fluid level checking procedure. When the
transmission/hydraulic fluid is low, add fresh oil.
Check engine air filter. Replace with a new one if necessary.
Check the coolant level. If the coolant level is too low, add coolant in
cooling system.
Check idle engine speed, steering, parking brake and service brakes.
Repair any damage if required.
Every 50 Hours
Checking the air pressure of tyres. Inflate if required.
Test battery charging. If the charge level is low, charge the battery.
Checking the oil in front axle. Add oil if necessary.
Check the oil in hydraulic tank. Add oil if necessary.
Lubricate the front axle wheel bearings.
Tighten wheel bolts and nuts.
Every 250 hours
Replace engine oil. Recommended motor oil: SAE 10W-30, 15W-30, 15W-40,
20W-40. API service classification SE, SF, CC, CD. Oil system capacity:
6.4 qt (6.0 L). Fill with the new oil up to the upper notch on the
dipstick.
Oil filter changing. Engine oil filter part number: 1447048M2. Before
replacement procedure, clean the filter housing from dirt. When
installation is complete, check the oil level. Add oil if necessary.
Check engine air filter. Change or service if necessary. Air filter part
number - 7005219M91 (Dry Oil Bath), 70249888V (Precleaner).
Clean the radiator fins with a brush from dust.
Check alternator/fan belt for wear. If necessary replace it.
Check the torque of the wheel bolts.
Every 500 Hours
Replace diesel fuel filter. Fuel filter part number - 3405419V1. Check
the operation of fuel injection pump.
Steering fluid filter replacement. Steering filter part number:
1662566V1. After replacing the filter, check the steering fluid level.
Add fluid if necessary.
Check radiator coolant. Add coolant if necessary.
Front axle oil change. Front Axle Capacity - 1.8 qt (1.7 L). Front Axle
Oil - Permatran.
Check and adjust the service and parking brakes.
Every 1000 Hours
Replace transmission/hydraulic fluid. Recommended transmission/hydraulic
oil type: Permatran 3. How much is needed: Transmission/Hydraulic Oil
Capacity - 12.4 gal (47 L). Check transmission/hydraulic fluid level
after replacement.
Changing hydraulic filter element. Hydraulic filter part number:
1687042V91. Check the transmission/hydraulic fluid level after
installing a new filter. If after checking the hydraulic oil level is
low, add it.
Check engine low idle speed. Adjust engine idle if necessary.
Check the tubes and hoses. Tighten as required.
Yearly
Massey Ferguson 261 replacement parts
Engine Air Filter. Part Number: 7005219M91 (Dry Oil Bath), 70249888V
(Precleaner)
Engine Oil Filter. Part Number: 1447048M2
Engine Fuel Filter Element. Part Number: 3405419V1
Hydraulic Filter. Part Number: 1687042V91 (Element)
Steering Filter Element. Part Number: 1662566V1
Change filter and engine oil. Service oil system components.
Install a new engine air filter.
Change steering filter and oil.
Install a new hydraulic filter and pour in fresh hydraulic/transmission
fluid.
Drain water from fuel tank and change fuel filter.
Clean oil cooler fins and radiator.
Flush the cooling system and refill with fresh coolant. Cooling System
Capacity - 14.7 qt (13.9 L).
Inspect all clamps hoses and hoses.
Check battery electrolyte level.
Adjust engine valve clearance.
Check and adjust fuel 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 |