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

Tools & consumables (minimum)
- Metric/open-end & box wrench set, flare-nut wrenches (6–24 mm)
- Socket set with extensions, breaker bar, ratchet
- Torque wrench (0–200 Nm)
- Pulley/steering-pump pulley puller and installer
- Hydraulic pressure gauge kit with appropriate adapter for Fiat test port
- Hose clamp pliers, hose removal tool
- Screwdrivers, pliers, pick set, soft-faced hammer
- Pitman arm / tie-rod end puller (if working steering linkage)
- Bench vise, small arbor press (for bearing/shaft work)
- Drain pan, funnels, rags, solvent (de-greaser)
- Clean hydraulic fluid (OEM spec — typically tractor hydraulic oil ISO VG68 or specified grade), new filter element or suction strainer
- New hoses or hose assemblies (pressure & return), new copper crush washers / O-rings, thread sealant for hydraulic fittings (non-hardening)
- Replacement steering pump or pump rebuild kit, steering valve/gear rebuild kit if required
- PPE: safety glasses, gloves, steel-toe boots
- Jack stands or axle stands, wheel chocks

Safety first (non-negotiable)
- Park on level ground, ignition off, key removed. Chock wheels and disconnect battery negative post if working near electricals.
- Relieve hydraulic pressure: shut engine off and operate steering several times to relieve any trapped pressure, then loosen fittings slowly over the highest-pressure hose into a drain pan.
- Support tractor securely if raising wheels — never rely on a jack alone.
- Keep hydraulic fluid away from hot surfaces; hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate skin — if that occurs, seek immediate medical help.

High-level workflow (diagnose → repair/replace → bleed → test)
1) Preliminary inspection
- Check fluid level & color in hydraulic/reservoir. Milky fluid = water contamination; dark-burnt = overheating/contamination.
- Visually inspect hoses, clamps, fittings, steering pump belt, pump pulley, reservoir breather & filter element.
- Look for leaks at pump shaft seal, hose connections, steering control valve, cylinder boots and servo/steering box.
- Note noises: whining at idle suggests pump cavitation/low suction; grinding/groaning suggests pump wear.

2) Basic diagnosis and tests
- Belt and pulley: check belt condition and tension. A glazed, cracked or loose belt causes poor pump speed and low pressure. Use belt tension gauge or appropriate deflection method per manual.
- Suction condition: low fluid level, dirty suction strainer or blocked breather cause cavitation (whine). Remove reservoir cap and check for foam/air draw.
- Pressure test (use hydraulic pressure gauge)
- Locate pump pressure test port (consult manual for port location). Screw in pressure gauge adapter.
- Start engine at low idle, carefully open gauge and monitor pressure. Compare to OEM spec (typical tractor steering pumps run high pressures; consult Fiat manual for exact numbers — if not available, note relative: pump should build firm pressure and not fluctuate/vanish under load).
- With someone turning wheel, watch pressure under load. No/low pressure → pump or relief valve fault. Excessively high and not regulated → stuck relief valve.
- Flow test: if pressure is OK but steering sluggish, pump flow may be reduced (internal wear) or steering valve/gear is blocked.

3) Common failures and how to fix them
A. Replace steering pump (most common)
- Use: pulley puller, socket set, torque wrench, new pump or rebuild kit, new O-rings/washers.
Steps:
1. Drain/recover hydraulic fluid into pan or use suction pump. Label hoses to ensure correct reconnection.
2. Loosen and remove drive belt (loosen alternator tensioner or adjuster).
3. Remove hydraulic lines from pump — use flare-nut wrenches. Cap hoses to prevent contamination.
4. Remove mounting bolts and pull pump from bracket. Use pulley puller to remove pulley from old pump if reusing pulley.
5. Transfer pulley & any spacers to new pump using installer to press on pulley square and true. Ensure woodruff key/alignment if present.
6. Replace pump shaft seal, O-rings and copper crush washers on hose fittings.
7. Install pump, torque mounting bolts to spec (consult manual). Reconnect hoses; tighten fittings to spec to avoid leaks but do not over-torque.
8. Refit belt and set correct tension.
9. Refill reservoir with clean recommended hydraulic oil and replace suction strainer/filter if due.
10. Bleed system (see step 5).

Pitfalls to avoid:
- Reusing old crush washers or damaged O-rings — will leak.
- Not transferring the pulley correctly (bent pulley causes belt misalignment and noise).
- Cross-threading fittings — use proper flare wrench and hand-start threads.

B. Hoses, fittings and filter replacement
- Replace any blistered, soft, chafed or leaking hoses. Install new hoses with correct routing and clamps to avoid rubbing.
- Always replace suction strainer and inline filter element when contamination suspected.
- Install new copper washers on banjo fittings and always torque to spec.

C. Steering valve/box or ram repair
- Symptoms: uneven steering, excessive play, fluid leak at valve/gear, wheel return issues.
- Procedure:
1. Remove external linkage and mark orientation of components.
2. Drain fluid and remove control valve assembly or steering box.
3. Disassemble on bench, inspect spool, seals, bearings, rack or sector gear. Replace seals, bearings, worn bushings using kit.
4. Reassemble with correct clearances, torque settings; adjust steering lash/preload per manual (this often requires setting sector shaft preload and locknut adjustment).
5. Reinstall and bleed.

Pitfalls:
- Reusing old seals or contaminated parts; not setting lash correctly causes poor steering or premature wear.
- Not checking rod end angles/geometry after assembly — can cause binding.

4) Bleeding the hydraulic steering system (general method)
- Keep fluid level topped while bleeding; never run pump dry.
- Two common methods depending on configuration:
A. Wheels off ground method:
- With tractor securely supported and front wheels free, start engine at low idle.
- Slowly turn steering wheel from lock to lock several times, pausing at each lock, topping off fluid as needed until no more bubbles appear and steering is smooth.
- Return to center, check level.
B. Bleeder screw on valve/cylinder:
- Open small bleeder screw on the steering control valve or cylinder while an assistant slowly turns steering wheel back and forth with engine running at low idle until clear, bubble-free fluid flows, then close bleeder and top up.
- After bleeding, run engine, operate steering under load and check for leaks, unusual noises and correct return-to-center.

Pitfalls:
- Bleeding too fast (rapid wheel spins) will reintroduce air. Use slow, complete strokes.
- Not topping fluid promptly — air draw will continue.

5) Final adjustments & testing
- Inspect for leaks with engine running and steering cycled under load.
- Check belt alignment & tension after a short run.
- Road/test with normal loads: check for steering responsiveness, return-to-center, lack of jerking or noise.
- Re-check torque on fittings after initial run and after final testing.

Parts commonly required (carry these for a workshop job)
- Steering pump (exchange or new)
- Pump rebuild kit: seals, bearings, shaft seal, O-rings
- Suction strainer and reservoir breather
- Inline hydraulic filter element
- Hoses (pressure & return) and clamps
- Copper crush washers, O-rings and adapters
- Steering valve/gear rebuild kit (if steering box is leaking or worn)
- Correct grade hydraulic fluid (OEM spec)

Common pitfalls summary
- Using wrong oil grade or contaminated fluid — destroys pump/valves.
- Not replacing filters/strainers — fast re-contamination.
- Over-tightening hydraulic fittings and stripping threads; under-tightening and leaking.
- Reusing old hoses/washers/O-rings.
- Not bleeding system correctly — causes pump cavitation and poor steering.
- Skipping pressure test — you may replace pump unnecessarily if issue is valve or hoses.

Notes on pressure specs & torque
- Exact pump pressure, belt tension and torque specs vary by model/year — consult the Fiat tractor workshop manual for those figures. If manual unavailable, record pressures during testing and compare to OEM spec before replacing major components.

Finish checklist before returning tractor to service
- All fittings torqued, fittings & hoses routed safely
- New filter/strainer installed and fluid to correct level
- No air in system (smooth steering, no whining)
- No leaks under pressure
- Belt aligned & tensioned properly
- Test drive under load; re-check fittings and fluid level after first hour of operation

Follow the above methodically, and replace any worn component found during inspection. Done.
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