55 PERIODIC SERVICE B Checking Engine Start System EVERY 100 HOURS B Checking VHT Neutral Spring 1. Park the vehicle on a flat place. 2. Set the parking brake. 3. Shift the range gear shift lever to the "NEUTRAL" position. 4. Lock the hydraulic lift cylinder lever to the "NEUTRAL" position with restricting plate. 5. Start the engine. 6. Make sure that the rotation speed of the engine returns to the idling rotation immediately when taking the foot off the pedal, after depressing the speed control pedal several times. If the above does not occur immediately, consult your local KUBOTA dealer for this service. To avoid personal injury: A Do not allow anyone near the vehicle while testing.
A If the vehicle does not pass the test, do not operate the vehicle. C Preparation before testing. 1. Place all control levers in the "NEUTRAL" position. 2. Set the parking brake and stop the engine. C Test: Range gear shift lever safety switch 1. Sit on the operator's seat. 2. Shift the range gear shift lever to H position. 3. Return the Speed control pedal to the "NEUTRAL" position. 4. Shift the hydraulic lift cylinder lever to the "NEUTRAL" position. 5. Turn the key to "START" position. 6. The engine must not crank. 7. Repeat the step 2 to 6 with the range gear shift lever at "M", "L" and "R" each position. 8. If it cranks, consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for service.
B Checking VHT Pressure Release To avoid personal injury: A Do not touch muffler or exhaust pipes while they are hot; severe burns could result. 1. Park the vehicle on a level ground and set the parking brake. 2. Start the engine and shut off it soon. 3. Check the points as shown in the figures below. 4. If the result corresponds to either of the following (a) or (b), consult your local KUBOTA Dealer. (a) The clearance (x) is more than 1 mm. (b) Spring needs adjusting. (1) Range gear shift lever (2) Hydraulic lift cylinder lever (3) Speed control pedal (1) VHT pressure release arm (2) VHT pressure release valve