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Maintenance Section
Hydraulic System Oil - Change
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2. Remove the hydraulic tank filler cap.
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3. Remove the drain plug on the flange that is
located on the hydraulic pump. Allow the oil to
drain into a suitable container.
4. Clean the drain plug and replace the drain plug.
Tighten the drain plug to a torque of 90 ± 10 N·m
(66 ± 7 lb ft).
5. Change the hydraulic system filter. Refer to
Operation and Maintenance Manual, “Hydraulic
System Oil Filter - Change”.
6. Inspect the hydraulic tank breather that is
located on a hose from the overflow container.
Replace the breather, if necessary.
7. Fill the hydraulic system oil tank. Refer to
Operation and Maintenance Manual, “Lubricant
Viscosities” and Operation and Maintenance
Manual, “Refill Capacities”.
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8. Maintain the hydraulic oil level in the sight gauge
between the “MIN” mark and the “MAX” mark.
Check the hydraulic oil level with the loader on
the ground and with the backhoe in the transport
position.
Note: The oil must be free of bubbles. If bubbles
are present in the oil, air is entering the hydraulic
system. Inspect the suction hoses and hose clamps.
9. Inspect the gasket on the hydraulic tank filler cap
for damage. Replace the gasket, if necessary.
10. Install the hydraulic tank filler cap.
11. Close the access door.