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Fiat Tractor 55-60 60-90 79-90 80-90 90-90 100-90 tractor factory workshop manual download

- Safety first
- Wear safety glasses, nitrile or mechanic’s gloves, and work clothes.
- Work on a level surface, set parking brake, chock wheels, and let engine fully cool before starting.
- Disconnect negative battery terminal to avoid accidental starts.
- Have a fire extinguisher nearby and keep rags/absorbent for spills.

- What “oil cooler” usually means on these Fiat tractors
- Most of these tractors use an oil-to-water (engine oil cooled by coolant) or oil-to-air cooler for engine/hydraulic/gearbox oil; location varies by model (front of engine, mounted to block, or in radiator area).
- If you see milky oil or oil in coolant, the cooler has internal failure and needs repair or replacement.

- Tools you need (detailed descriptions and how to use each)
- Metric combination wrench set (open end + boxed end, 8–24 mm)
- Use the box end for final loosening/tightening on bolts/banjo fittings; open end for quick fits in tight spaces. Pull toward you on box end to avoid rounding bolts.
- Metric socket set with ratchet and extensions (6–24 mm, including deep sockets)
- Use sockets for quicker removal and better grip; extensions reach bolts recessed behind parts. Use a breaker bar for very tight fasteners.
- Torque wrench (click‑type, covers the range 10–150 Nm or 10–110 ft·lb)
- Essential for critical bolts (banjo bolts, mounting bolts). Set to specified torque and tighten until it clicks; prevents leaks or stripped threads.
- Slip‑joint pliers and hose‑clamp pliers
- Use slip‑joint for general gripping, hose clamp pliers to release spring clamps without damaging hoses.
- Locking pliers (Vise‑Grips)
- Useful to hold a rounded fastener or to clamp lines temporarily; use carefully to avoid damage.
- Flat and Phillips screwdrivers
- For hose clamps, covers, and small fasteners.
- Oil drain pan (large, 10–15 L) and coolant catch pan
- Position under lines and cooler to catch oil and coolant; prevents spills and environmental hazard.
- Funnel, disposable squeeze bottle or oil pump
- For refilling engine oil cleanly without spills.
- Rags and paper towels, plastic bags and zip ties
- Clean parts, cap open lines, and label bolts/parts.
- Wire brush and soft-bristle brush
- Clean cooling fins and mounting surfaces without gouging.
- Solvent/kerosene and a small hand‑pump or syringe for flushing
- For flushing internal passages of metal coolers; use in a well‑ventilated area and dispose properly.
- Compressed air (shop compressor) or hand‑pump air bulb
- Blow water/solvent out of cooler and lines; use short bursts and moderate pressure.
- Low‑pressure test pump / pressure tester for cooling system (0–30 psi / 0–2 bar)
- Pressurize cooler/coolant side to check for leaks after reassembly; do not exceed manufacturer rating.
- Seal pick set and magnetic tray
- Remove old O‑rings/seals and keep small parts from disappearing.
- New crush washers (copper), O‑rings/gaskets for cooler lines, replacement oil cooler core (if needed)
- Replace soft seals every time lines are disturbed to prevent leaks.
- Workshop manual or access to torque specs and part numbers
- Provides correct torque values and specific assembly steps for exact model.

- Optional/extra tools that may be required and why
- Impact wrench (12V/air) — speeds removal of corroded bolts, but use gently.
- Penetrating oil (WD‑40/PB Blaster) — frees stuck bolts; let soak before attempting removal.
- Heat gun (on low) — softens old hose clamps or stuck hoses; avoid flame.
- Replacement hoses/clamps — if old hoses are cracked or brittle they must be changed to prevent leaks.

- Preliminary checks (what to look for before disassembly)
- Inspect area for oil wetness, coolant staining, or milky oil in the dipstick or coolant reservoir.
- Identify which oil the cooler serves (engine oil vs. transmission/hydraulic) by following hoses.
- Note hose routing and take photos or mark hoses with tape for reassembly.

- Step‑by‑step procedure (basic workshop workflow)
- Prepare and drain fluids
- Place oil drain pan under cooler hoses and remove drain plugs as needed to drain the oil that serves the cooler; catch coolant if cooler is water‑cooled and you must open the coolant side.
- Dispose used oil and coolant per local regulations.
- Disconnect battery and relieve pressure
- Remove radiator cap only when engine is cool; depressurize coolant system before removing hoses.
- Isolate and cap lines
- Use rags/plastic bags and zip ties or plugs to cap open oil/coolant lines to prevent contamination when lines are open.
- Remove hoses and fittings
- Loosen hose clamps with screwdrivers or hose‑clamp pliers, remove hoses from cooler. Use combination wrench or socket to remove banjo bolts; replace copper crush washers.
- Catch remaining oil in pan and keep work area clean.
- Remove cooler mounting bolts and extract unit
- Keep track of bolts, spacers, and brackets in a magnetic tray or labeled bag.
- Inspect cooler visually
- Look for cracks, corrosion, oil seepage, signs of coolant inside oil passages or vice versa (emulsified fluid).
- Clean or flush the cooler
- For a repairable metal cooler: flush from the oil side with kerosene/solvent until clear, then flush backward. Use compressed air to blow dry. Repeat until no contamination.
- Do not use high pressure that could damage fins or seals.
- Pressure‑test the cooler
- Use a low‑pressure test pump on the coolant side (or oil side) up to a safe low pressure (0–30 psi hand pump). Observe whether it holds pressure and check for leaks or cross‑leakage.
- If pressure drops or you see oil in coolant (or coolant in oil), cooler is failed internally and must be replaced.
- Replace seals and hoses
- Fit new O‑rings, gaskets, and copper crush washers on every banjo/flare connection. Old crush washers often leak and must be replaced.
- Replace brittle or swollen hoses and worn clamps.
- Reinstall cooler and torque bolts
- Refit the cooler to its bracket, tighten mounting bolts and banjo/pipe fittings to manufacturer torque. If you don’t have exact specs, tighten progressively and use a torque wrench to a conservative medium torque — avoid overtightening.
- Refill fluids and bleed systems
- Refill engine oil to correct grade and capacity. Refill coolant to the proper mix and level.
- Start engine and allow to reach operating temperature, top up as necessary, and bleed the coolant system of air according to manual (heater on, rad cap off until no air bubbles).
- Check for leaks and monitor
- With engine warm and idling, inspect all connections for leaks. Recheck oil level and coolant after a short test run and again after cool down.
- Monitor oil pressure and engine temperature for abnormalities.

- When replacement is required (how to decide and what to replace)
- Replace the oil cooler when any of these are present:
- Visible cracks, severe corrosion, physical damage to fins or housing.
- Internal failure: oil contaminating coolant (milky coolant) or coolant in oil.
- Persistent external leaks after new seals and hoses were fitted.
- Blocked passages that cannot be cleaned or that cause poor oil flow/overheating.
- Typical replacement parts to buy
- Complete oil cooler/core assembly (OEM part best; model‑specific part numbers from manual or dealer).
- Oil cooler gasket kit: all O‑rings, gaskets, copper crush washers for banjo bolts.
- Replacement hoses and clamps (high‑temp oil/coolant hoses as applicable).
- Mounting hardware if corroded or missing.
- Why these parts are needed
- Soft seals (O‑rings/crush washers) deform and leak when reused.
- A corroded or internally breached core cannot be reliably cleaned and will cause cross‑contamination, risking engine damage.
- New hoses avoid future leaks and ensure proper routing.

- Post‑service checks and maintenance tips
- After 10–50 km of operation check oil and coolant levels and re‑inspect fittings for leaks.
- Replace cooler seals every time lines are disconnected.
- Keep a small stock of crush washers and hose clamps — inexpensive and preventive.
- If unsure about torque specs or part numbers, obtain the Fiat workshop manual or ask a dealer for exact data before final torque.

- Waste disposal and environment
- Used oil and coolant are hazardous waste — collect and take to an approved recycling or disposal facility.
- Clean up spills immediately and use absorbents; wash rags appropriately.

- Quick failure signs that mean “do not run the engine” and replace cooler
- Rapid loss of oil or coolant, milky oil, overheating, white smoke from exhaust after refilling — stop and do not run until diagnosed.

- Final note (practical buyer advice)
- If the cooler shows internal failure or large corrosion, buy an OEM or high‑quality aftermarket cooler and the full seal kit; replacing the core is usually more reliable and safer than attempting heavy repairs on old, corroded units.
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