B-20
35 Series 4WD, Model - 3535, 4035, 4535 and 5035 SM June’08
Removal & Refitment of Fuel Tank
DESCRIPTION
The fuel tank is bolted on the mounting bracket on
the LH side and the bracket is bolted to clutch housing
& Transmission case at the base. The filler cap
incorporates an air vent hole and a gasket. A float type
electrical fuel level indicator is mounted from top.
A rheostat type sensor converts mechanical motion of
float into electrical signals, which are indicated on the
fuel level gauge. At the bottom of the tank wing bolt
is provided for water trap, in which water and heavier
dust particle settle down. The water drain trap screw
is located in rear left hand corner of the fuel tank.
Removal of the Fuel Tank
1. Support the LH side rear axle by using suitable
jack. Apply Tractor parking brakes and place
wedges to hold the rear wheels.
2. Remove rear wheel of LH side (A) to access the
fuel tank (B).
NOTE : In case of 29 / 33 / 38 PTO HP tractor - LH side
fender required to be removed to access fuel
tank. For 43 PTO HP tractor - No need to remove
LH side fender, only remove rear wheel LH side
(A) to access the fuel tank (B). Model-wise fender
mounting positions identified on figure.
3. Drain the tank completely either through
water trap or through fuel drain plug (C).
4. Open the hood & disconnect the fuel lines
between fuel filter and fuel tank.
5. First remove the battery cable from its negative
terminal & then remove battery cable from
positive terminal.
6. Remove the nuts (D) from fuel tank mounting
strap (E), and gently take out fuel tank.
7. Disconnect fuel tank gauge wire.
Cleaning and Inspection
1. Clean out the tank thoroughly with clean fuel.
2. Check the tank for leakages.
3. Check hose and clamps.
4. Check the "Tank Unit" fuel gauge sensor is
working properly.
Refitment of the Fuel Tank
1. Reverse the removal procedure.
2. Fill the tank with clean fuel and bleed the system.
29 PTO
33 / 38 PTO
43 PTO
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