Kubota L235/L275 Tractor Operator's Manual (P/N 35260-19717, 2002)
Kubota Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: KUBOTA L235, L275
Sub-models / Variants: L235 2WD Farm, L235 2WD Turf, L235 4WD Farm, L235 4WD Turf, L275 2WD Farm, L275 2WD Turf, L275 4WD Farm, L275 4WD Turf, L235DT, L275DT
Technical Data:
- Engine displacement: 1115 cc (68.0 cu.in.) for L235; 1299 cc (79.3 cu.in.) for L275
- Engine configuration: 3-cylinder vertical, water-cooled, 4-cycle diesel
- Gross power: 17.5 kW (23.5 HP) for L235; 20.5 kW (27.5 HP) for L275
- Transmission: Mechanical shuttle, 8 forward and 7 reverse gears
- Starting system: 12V, 1.0 kW starter with glow plug and decompression knob
- Battery capacity: 12V 65 Ah standard (70 Ah optional for L235; 12V 70 Ah standard for L275)
- Cooling system capacity: 6.6 liters (7.0 U.S. qts.)
- Fuel tank capacity: 28 liters (7.4 U.S. gals.)
- Transmission fluid capacity: 24 liters (25.4 U.S. qts.)
Kubota Manual Features & Content Preview
- Original OEM factory reference covering 1980s Kubota L235 and L275 tractors, including both 2WD and 4WD configurations across Farm and Turf variants.
- Publication code 35260-19717 (May 2002), delivering 54 pages of operational controls, maintenance intervals, and adjustment tolerances.
- Features exact factory wiring diagrams to help isolate electrical faults on the instrument panel and primary circuits.
- Includes 12 illustrated maintenance checklists designed to streamline routine shop upkeep and fluid replacements.
Operating Procedures and Maintenance Overview
The Kubota L235 and L275 operator manual documents essential control functions, detailing switch operations, light controls, and hazard lamp integration. It lays out the exact startup sequence for water-cooled diesel engines. You will find specific guidance on pre-heating, throttle management, and cold-weather starting techniques utilizing the decompression knob. Driving operations, braking systems, and differential lock usage are broken down alongside specific terrain requirements. Always review the included factory safety protocols for loading, unloading, and slope navigation prior to operation to mitigate serious rollover hazards. Furthermore, the text establishes mandatory maintenance intervals for engine oil, transmission fluid, and radiator upkeep based on the manufacturer's required maintenance table.
Specification Highlights and Technical Reference
Technical data within this publication defines the performance parameters necessary to keep these agricultural models field-ready. Both the L235 and L275 utilize a mechanical shuttle transmission featuring 8 forward and 7 reverse speeds, backed by a complete speed-travel chart. Wheel tread adjustments for front and rear axles are presented with exact dimensional data across various tire configurations. Crucial fluid capacities are clearly listed: a 6.1-liter engine oil crankcase capacity and a 24-liter transmission fluid requirement for all variants. The guide also maps out the starter circuit layout, detailing the 10A and 20A fuses located within the primary block for rapid diagnostic checks.
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