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Kubota M125X Troubleshooting
The
Kubota M125X is a 4WD row crop tractor. This model was manufactured from 2005 to
2008. The Kubota M125X tractor is powered by 355.9 cu.in (5.8L) Kubota F5802-TE2
four-cycle five-cylinder direct injection turbocharged liquid-cooled diesel
engine with a rated power of 125 hp (93.2 kW).
The Kubota M125X is fitted with 2 transmission options: Intelli-Shift
partial powershift transmission with 16 forward and 16 reverse gears,
and Intell-Shift Creeper transmission with 24 forward and 24 reverse
gears. The maximum forward/reverse speed (travel/creeper) - 21.4 mph
(34.5 km/h) / 0.7 mph (1.1 km/h). The open center hydraulic system
includes a gear pump with a rated capacity of 20 gpm (75.7 lpm). The
hydraulic pressure is 196 bar (2845 psi).
The Kubota M125X is equipped with a hydrostatic power steering system,
hydraulic wet disc brakes, standard cab with heat and air-conditioning,
14.9R24 or 13.6x24 front tires, and 18.4R38 or 16.9x38 rear tires. The
wheel base is 105.9 in (2680 mm). The tractor is compatible with a
Kubota LA1601S loader with lift capacity to max height of 3858 lbs (1749
kg) and breakout force of 6110 lbs (2771 kg).
Engine Troubleshooting |
Engine is not starting or hard starting |
Fuel filter is clogged - Filter maintenance required |
Closed fuel supply valve - Open supply valve to inject fuel |
Air trapped in fuel system - Bleed air |
Fuel injectors are damaged or dirty - Inspect fuel injectors and replace if necessary |
Fuel injection pump is not working correctly - Rebuild or replace pump |
Engine has low compression - Check cylinder block and replace damaged components |
Engine shuts off while driving |
Coolant temperature is low - Warm up engine as required |
Air in fuel pipes - Bleed fuel pipes |
Bad fuel injection - Check and adjust |
Clogged fuel filter element - Replace filter element |
Faulty or dirty injectors - Clean or replace fuel injectors |
Engine starts but immediately shuts off |
Fuel injection pump timing is incorrect - Adjust the fuel injection pump timing correctly |
Clogged fuel filter element - Service the filter |
Fuel injector nozzles are damaged - Service or replace nozzles if required |
Fuel injection pump malfunctioning - Install a new pump or rebuild |
Dirty air cleaner - Air cleaner maintenance required |
Incorrect low idle setting - Correct low idle settings |
Fuel injection pump is broken - Install a new pump or rebuild |
Fuel injector nozzles are damaged - Change injector nozzles |
Valve out of adjustment - Adjustment procedure required |
Low coolant level - Fill the radiator to the required level. Check system for leaks |
Cooling system is dirty or cooling components are failed - Flush cooling system or replace faulty parts |
Engine oil level low - Add oil to the engine crankcase |
Worn fan belt or improper belt tension - Adjust belt tension correctly or replace it |
Defective thermostat - Install new thermostat |
Fuel injectors are defective or dirty - Test fuel injectors and change if necessary |
Fuel injection pressure is incorrect - Correct the pressure settings |
Air filter element clogging - Service or change air filter |
Oil filter element is dirty - Replace or service engine oil filter |
Engine overload - Reduce the load or operate the tractor in lower gears |
Improper valve clearance - Check and adjust |
Low idle speed set incorrectly - Correct low idle settings |
Fuel hoses or pipes clogging - Service fuel hoses and pipes |
Engine losing compression: Intake or exhaust valves are damaged - Valve replacement required |
Timing of fuel injection pump is not adjusted - Fuel pump timing settings need to be corrected |
Clogged or defective injector nozzles - Check and change nozzles as required |
Engine oil insufficient - Check and refill engine oil |
Low coolant temperature - Warm up the engine to required temperature |
Main bearings or crankshaft wear - Crankshaft or bearings need to be replaced |
Piston rings are damaged or broken - Have piston rings replaced |
Loose flywheel screws - Inspect the flywheel screws and tighten securely |
Engine using too much oil |
External oil leaks: Seals or gaskets are defective - To repair leaks, replace worn parts |
Oil viscosity is incorrect - Fill up with the proper oil viscosity |
Piston rings are seized or worn - Change the piston rings as required |
Worn valve stems and valve guides - Install new valves |
Cylinder liners or pistons are worn - Inspect pistons and liners, change as required |
Electrical System Troubleshooting |
Battery does not charge |
Battery dead cell - Use a new battery |
Bad battery cable harness - Inspect cables for malfunctions, repair or change |
Corroded or loose cables and terminals - Cables and terminals must be tightened or cleaned |
Worn belt or improperly adjusted belt tension - Change belt or adjust belt tension properly |
Battery voltage is low - Battery is drained, recharge it |
Battery discharges quickly - Service charging system or replace battery |
Bad battery cable harness - Inspect cables for malfunctions, repair or change |
Loose or corroded cables and terminals - Tighten or service cables and terminals |
Low battery voltage - Low battery charging, charge as required |
Discharged or worn battery - Need to charge or replace the battery |
Starter motor failing - Starter needs to be replaced |
Battery cables are disconnected or incorrectly connected - Check cables and reconnect it correctly |
Transmission Troubleshooting |
Difficult to shift gears |
Worn or misadjusted clutch - Adjust or replace the clutch |
Gear shift linkage is loose or broken - Replace or repair the shift linkage |
Damaged or worn shift forks - Change defective shift forks |
Gearshift mechanism failure - Change or repair failed components |
Insufficient transmission oil pressure |
Oil level is insufficient - Check transmission oil level and add oil as required |
Transmission oil filter element is dirty (if fitted) - Replace or service transmission oil filter |
Relief valve is faulty - Replace the valve |
Bearings are worn or cracked - Install new bearings |
Fluid level is low - Check transmission fluid level and add it as required |
Transmission fluid contamination - Fill up with fresh transmission fluid |
Incorrect backlash or gears are defective - Replace gears or set backlash correctly |
Damaged or worn shift forks - Replace defective shift forks |
Gaskets or seals are broken - Change defective gaskets or seal |
Cracked transmission case - Install a new transmission case |
Hydraulics Troubleshooting |
Excessive hydraulic system heat |
System pressure has not been adjusted correctly - Pressure needs to be adjust correctly |
Main relief valve failure or incorrect setting - Set up or change the relief valve |
Hydraulic fluid is dirty - Hydraulic fluid change required |
Air leaks in hydraulic system - Inspect the suction pipe, fittings, and pump seals |
Insufficient hydraulic oil pressure |
Lack of hydraulic oil - Fill the hydraulic system with oil |
Hydraulic oil filter clogging - Service the hydraulic filter or change if required |
Hydraulic pump is defective - Test the pump flow rate and install new pump if required |
Hydraulic spool valve is not set properly or defective - Replace or adjust correctly |
Hydraulic cylinder is broken - Inspect cylinder components for damage or wear and change if required |
Hydraulic lines are leaking - Inspect hydraulic system for leaks and repair it |
Hitch fails to lift or lifts slowly |
Hydraulic fluid level is insufficient - Need to add fluid |
Cold hydraulic oil - Warm up the oil |
Dirty hydraulic oil filter - Hydraulic filter maintenance required |
Damaged hydraulic oil pump - Test pump flow rate and replace pump if required |
Main relief valve is defective or unadjusted - Set up or change the relief valve |
Hydraulic control valve block is not set properly or defective - Replace or adjust correctly |
Hydraulic cylinder is defective - Check cylinder components for wear or damage and change if necessary |
Suction line is damaged or disconnected - Connect or replace |
Hitch won't lower or lowers slowly |
Damaged or incorrect adjusted hydraulic spool valve - Replace or set properly |
Hydraulic cylinder is broken - Inspect cylinder parts for wear or damage and replace if required |
Worn lift arm shaft - Change the shaft |
The hitch has any internal mechanical damage - Replace worn or damaged hitch components |
Hitch jerks when lower or lift |
Air leaks in hydraulic system - Inspect the suction line, pump seals, and fittings |
Contaminated hydraulic fluid - Change hydraulic fluid |
Hydraulic pump is defective - Test the pump flow rate and install new pump if required |
Hydraulic control valve block is defective or set improper - Replace or set correctly |
Faulty hydraulic cylinder - Check cylinder parts for wear or damage and replace if necessary |
Steering System Troubleshooting |
Steering is stiff |
Defective or incorrectly installed steering column - Reinstall the steering column or change it |
Air enters in steering system - Bleed the steering system |
Not adjusted toe-in - Adjust toe-in properly |
Low tire pressure - Inflate the tires |
Hydraulic steering pump is defective - Install a new hydraulic steering pump |
Damaged or worn hydrostatic steering unit - Check and replace as required |
Relief valve is seized or defective - Inspect relief valve and replace if necessary |
Low steering fluid level - Fill the steering system with fluid |
Oil leakage in the steering system - Retighten steering hose and line connections |
Excessive free play of steering wheel |
Worn steering column shaft or coupling - Replace defective component |
Hydrostatic steering unit is worn or defective - Repair or change the steering unit |
Hydraulic steering pump is defective - Repair or replace steering pump |
Faulty or worn steering tie-rod ends or linkage - Replace failed component |
Front wheels wander to left or right |
Incorrect tire pressure - Inflate the tires correctly |
Improper toe-in adjustment - Check toe-in and correct |
Steering linkage or tie-rod ends are defective - Change failed part |
Hydrostatic steering unit has wear or malfunction - Replace or repair steering unit as required |
Steering cylinder damage - Repair or replace steering cylinder |
Incorrectly adjusted or worn front hub bearings - Adjust properly or change bearings |
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