McCONNEL MULTIDRIVEM380‐4&M420‐4
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Oil Change and Oil Filling Capacity:
It is imperative to pay attention to the absolute cleanliness of oil and filter
The oil change must be carried out as follows:
1. Transmission must be at operating temperature and vehicle parked on level ground,
open the oil drain plug and drain the used oil into a container capable of holding the
transmission oil capacity.
2. Clean the drain plug with the magnetic insert of any debris and the sealing surface
on the housing, re-install plug along with a new O-ring again.
3. Fill with new oil (about 19 litres) according to the recommended list of ZF lubricants
TE-ML-03 (see page 93 for factory oil fill type)
Alternatively check with dealer for recommended list of lubricants.
4. The indicated quantity is to be used as a guide only.
5. Start the engine and run at idling speed with the transmission in Neutral position
“N”.
6. Check oil level and top up to the “COLD – MIN” mark if required.
7. Ensure the tractor wheels are chocked and secure then warm up the transmission.
8. Shift the controller through all gear positions.
9. Check the oil level again and top up once more if necessary.
10. The oil level on the dipstick must be in the “HOT” zone see figure 4.2B2.
11. Insert the oil dipstick again then tighten it by clockwise rotation.
At the initial oil fill of the transmission, consideration has to be given that the
oil cooler and pressure filter as well as pipes must get filled with oil.
ZF strongly recommends that the AEB starter procedure (calibration of the shifting
elements) is carried out at every oil and/or filter change.
Transmission Oil Filter Replacement:
When replacing the transmission oil ZF filter ensure that filter area is completely cleaned
prior to the filter removal, also ensure dirt or oil sludge contaminants cannot penetrate the
oil circuit.
Also ensure the parking brake disc is covered to avoid contamination from possible oil
spillage.
Excessive force must be avoided when removing the old filter from its housing.
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