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Case IH 885 Troubleshooting
The
Case IH 885 utility tractor was manufactured between 1985 and 1990. The Case IH
885 tractor is powered by Case International D268 4-cylinder direct injection
diesel engine.
A 268 cubic inches (4.4 L) engine has a cylinder bore of 3.94" (100 mm), piston stroke of 5.5" (139.7 mm), and rated power of 79 hp (58.9 kW). The Case IH 885 is fitted with a 3 transmission options: 8x4 synchronized transmission, 16x8 partial powershift transmission, or 8x4 shuttle transmission. The maximum forward speed - 22.4 mph (36 km/h), maximum reverse speed - 10.8 mph (17.4 km/h).
The open center hydraulic system includes a gear pump with rated fluid flow of 15.8 gal/min (59.8 l/min). The main relief pressure is 173 bar (2500 psi). The tractor is equipped with a hydrostatic power steering, independent hydraulic wet brakes, 7.50-18 (2WD) or 11.2-24 (4WD) front tyres, and 18.4-30 rear tyres. The wheelbase is 88" (2230 mm) for two-wheel drive tractors and 85.2" (2160 mm) for four-wheel drive tractors.
| Diesel Engine Troubleshooting |
| Engine difficult to start or will not start |
Air in fuel tank - Bleed fuel tank.
Fuel filter plugging - Change filter element.
Fuel injection nozzles are clogged or faulty - Check injection nozzles and replace if required.
Dirt or water in fuel system - Drain water or flush dirt from the system.
Incorrect valve clearance - Adjust valve clearance according to specifications.
Fuel injection pump is defective - Replacement or repair required.
| Engine starts but stops suddenly |
Plugged air cleaner - Service air cleaner.
Fuel filter element is clogged - Change filter element.
Fuel injection pump has loose connections - Tighten the connections.
Defective fuel injectors - Test and replace fuel injectors if necessary.
Fuel injection pump failure - Repair or install new pump.
| Engine shuts off while running |
Coolant temperature is low - Engine is not warmed up to the required temperature.
Dirty fuel filter - Clean the filter or install new filter element.
Air in the fuel lines - Bleed the fuel lines.
Dirty or damaged injection nozzles - Check injection nozzles and replace if required.
Improper setting of fuel injection pump timing - Adjust fuel injection pump as required.
| Engine stops when idle |
Low idle speed set incorrectly - Normalize low idle speed.
Fuel injection pump is defective - Replacement or repair required.
Fuel injectors are dirty or defective - Replace or clean fuel injectors.
Excessive valve clearance - Need to adjust valve clearance.
| Lack of engine power |
Plugged air filter - Service air cleaner.
Fuel injection nozzles are clogged or faulty - Replace injection nozzles.
Incorrect fuel injection pressure - Adjust to proper pressure.
Improper valve clearance - Correct valve clearance.
Incorrectly adjusted low idle speed - Adjust low idle speed.
Clogged fuel lines or hoses - Clean fuel system lines and hoses.
Cylinder head gasket is worn - Install a new gasket.
Leaking or defective piston rings - Install new piston rings.
| Engine is overheated |
Insufficient coolant fluid - Fill the cooling system and check components for leaks or other faults.
Insufficient engine oil - Fill up the engine oil.
Clogged radiator core or leaking radiator cap - Install new cap or clean radiator.
Fan belt is loose or defective - Replace as required.
Diesel engine overloaded - Reduce load or shift to lower gear.
| Oil pressure is low |
Low oil level - Add oil as required.
Clogged oil filter element - Replace or clean engine oil filter element.
Wrong oil viscosity - Use oil of correct viscosity.
Incorrect oil clearance in main bearing - Install new bearings.
Worn oil pump - Install a new pump.
| Engine noises or knocks |
Not enough engine oil - Add oil to the engine crankcase.
Low coolant temperature - Warm up the engine.
Improper setting of fuel injection pump timing - Adjust according to specifications.
Low idle speed setting is incorrect - Adjustment required.
Fuel injector fault - Test and replace fuel injectors if necessary.
Connecting rod is worn or misaligned - Need to align or replace the connecting rod.
Pistons are worn or scored - Have pistons replaced.
| Transmission Troubleshooting |
| Transmission oil pressure is low |
Low oil level - Fill up the transmission oil.
Transmission fluid filter is clogged (if fitted) - Replace or service transmission fluid filter.
Relief valve failure - Replace relief valve as required.
| Transmission makes excessive noise |
Transmission fluid level is low - Check and refill the transmission fluid.
Transmission fluid is contaminated - Transmission fluid change required.
Incorrect backlash or gears are worn - Change worn gears or adjust backlash correctly.
Bearings are cracked or worn - Bearings need to be changed.
Shift forks are bent or worn out - Install new shift forks.
Shaft splines are stuck or worn out - Install a new shaft.
| Difficulty shifting gears |
Gear shift linkage is rusty or worn - Lubricate or replace shift linkage.
Worn or damaged gear shift forks - Install new shift forks.
Gearshift mechanism malfunction - Identify and replace failed parts.
Clutch is faulty or misadjusted - Change or adjust clutch.
| Transmission oil leaking |
Transmission oil level is high - Correct the oil volume.
Damaged gaskets or seals - Replace worn gaskets or seal.
| Hydraulic System Troubleshooting |
| Low hydraulic system pressure |
Low hydraulic fluid level - Checking hydraulic fluid level and add if necessary.
Hydraulic oil filter element is clogged - Change hydraulic filter element or clean if necessary.
Defective hydraulic pump - Repair or replace hydraulic oil pump.
Not adjusted hydraulic spool valve - Need to adjust spool valve.
Hydraulic cylinder not working - Repair or replace hydraulic cylinder.
Leaks in hydraulic pipes - Find leaks in the system and fix it.
| Hydraulic system overheated |
Defective main relief valve - Install a new relief valve.
Hydraulic fluid type is wrong - Use correct type of hydraulic fluid.
Hydraulic oil is dirty - Hydraulic oil change required.
There is air in the hydraulic system - Bleed hydraulic system.
| Hitch not lifting or hitch lifts slowly |
Hitch is under excessive load - Load needs to be reduced.
Hydraulic oil level low - Check and refill the hydraulic oil.
Hydraulic oil filter element is clogged - Hydraulic filter maintenance required.
Defective hydraulic pump - Install a new hydraulic oil pump.
Main relief valve failure - Install a new relief valve.
Defective hydraulic spool valve - Repair or change hydraulic valve.
Hydraulic cylinder failure - Repair or install a new hydraulic cylinder.
Suction line is loose or broken - Replace or repair.
| Hitch cannot be dropped or dropping is too slow |
Hydraulic control valve block is out of adjustment - Control valve needs to be adjusted.
Broken hydraulic cylinder - Repair or install a new hydraulic cylinder.
The 3-point hitch is not adjusted - Adjust as required.
Hitch cross shaft is damaged - Install a new shaft.
| Jerky lifting or lowering of three-point hitch |
Air in the hydraulic system - Air bleeding.
Dirty hydraulic fluid - The fluid must be changed.
Hydraulic pump malfunction - Repair or replace hydraulic oil pump.
Defective hydraulic spool valve block - Repair or change hydraulic valve.
Hydraulic cylinder is broken - Repair or change hydraulic cylinder.
| Steering Troubleshooting |
| Steering is hard |
Improperly installed or damaged steering column - Install the steering column as required or replace it.
Air lock in the steering system - Bleed the system of air.
Not adjusted toe-in - Check and adjust toe-in.
Uneven wear on front tyres - Replace the tyres.
Hydraulic steering pump is defective - Repair or change steering pump.
Pump flow control valve is stuck or damaged - Replace or clean flow control valve.
Insufficient steering fluid - Fill up the steering fluid.
| Excessive steering wheel free play |
Worn steering column coupling or shaft - Replace faulty component.
Steering pump is worn - Check the hydraulic steering pump and change if necessary.
Loose or worn steering linkage parts - Repair or change steering linkage.
| Tractor is pulling to right or left |
Uneven wear on front tyres - Replace the tyres.
Not adjusted toe-in - Adjust toe-in wheels.
Loose or worn steering linkage parts - Inspect and replace as required.
Improperly adjusted or defective front hub bearings - Change or adjust bearings correctly.
| Electrical System Troubleshooting |
| Battery does not charge |
Electrical wire connections are loose or corroded - Service or tighten cable connections.
Faulty electrical terminal connectors - Terminal connectors should be replaced.
Worn-out battery - Battery replacement required.
Belt is loose or defective - Adjust belt tension or install a new belt.
| Starter turns slowly |
Low battery voltage - Battery is drained, recharge it.
Battery does not hold charge - Service charging system or install new battery.
Faulty battery terminals or disconnected cables - Check wiring connections and replace or clean terminals.
| Starter is not cranking |
Battery is low or faulty - Change or recharge battery.
Wiring is incorrectly connected or disconnected - Inspect wiring and connect correctly.
Battery power is low - Battery is drained, recharge it.
Starter motor failure - Starter should be replaced.
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