CASE International 1896 & 2096 Tractor - Shop Manual, 1985-1989 edition

Master Your CASE/International 1896 & 2096 with the Definitive Shop Manual

Own the field with the same level of technical precision that built your tractor. This comprehensive shop manual is the professional-grade resource for every CASE/International 1896 and 2096 owner and mechanic. Spanning the critical production years (1985-1987), this guide delivers the deep-dive technical data and step-by-step overhaul procedures required to keep these 100+ horsepower workhorses in peak operating condition.

Advanced Engineering for Maximum Productivity

This manual provides specialized coverage for the high-performance six-cylinder Consolidated Diesel engines (5.9 L / 359 cu. in. displacement) that power these machines. Understand the precise engineering differences that define your model:

• CASE International 1896: Features the 6T-590 Turbocharged engine, built for relentless torque and efficiency.
• CASE International 2096: Equipped with the 6TA-590 engine, adding an integrated After Cooler to the turbocharged setup for superior thermal management and increased power output.

Professional Technical Specs & Service Data

Stop guessing and start fixing with factory-accurate specifications provided in both U.S. Customary and Metric (SI) units:

• Engine Mastery: Complete data for the 6-cylinder diesel powerplants, including valve tappet gap settings (0.010 in intake / 0.020 in exhaust cold) and the 1-5-3-6-2-4 firing order.
• Fuel System Precision: Detailed timing procedures for the Robert Bosch VE injection pump and opening pressures for the multi-hole injector nozzles.
• Transmission & Power Shift: Full breakdown of the 12-speed forward transmission and the complex 3-speed Power Shift unit, including overhaul instructions for clutches C-1 through C-4.
• Hydraulics & Steering: Service guides for the 8 gpm hydrostatic power steering, the Ross steering unit, and the 3-point hitch control system.
• ZF Front Drive Axle: Specific sections for models with the ZF front-wheel-drive system, covering the differential, planetary gears, and critical shimming for axle housing alignment.

Precise Identification & Serial Number Locations

To ensure you are using the correct data for your specific machine, this manual identifies the exact location of every vital identification plate:

• Tractor Model & Identification Serial Number: Located on the right fender (no cab) or upper right cab interior.
• Engine Serial Number: Stamped on the left side of the timing gear housing.
• Transmission Serial Number: Positioned on the left side of the transmission housing.
• Cab Serial Number: Found on the upper right of the cab interior.
• Front-Wheel Drive Serial Number: On the rear of the front drive axle housing (ZF models).

Why This Manual is Your Essential Tool

This isn't just a book; it’s a long-term investment in your tractor’s longevity. It provides clear, actionable benefits:

• Clear Troubleshooting: Detailed operational tests for the hand pump, steering wheel slip, and hydraulic relief valves help you diagnose issues before they become costly repairs.

• Professional Overhaul Instructions: From turbocharger rebuilding (Holset units) to the complex reassembly of the limited-slip differential.

• Maximize Efficiency: Access to specific torque settings—such as cylinder head bolts at 93 ft.-lbs. and front weight frame bolts at 450-540 ft.-lbs.—ensures every repair meets professional standards.

• Case IH 1896 (1985-1987)

• Case IH 2096 (1985-1987)

• Case International 1896 (1985-1987)

• Case International 2096 (1985-1987)

• J.I. Case 1896 (1985-1987)

• J.I. Case 2096 (1985-1987)