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Mahindra 5035 Troubleshooting
The
Mahindra 5035 is a 4WD compact utility tractor from 35 Series. This model was
manufactured from 2010 to 2021. The Mahindra 5035 tractor is powered by 153.7
cu.in (2.5 L) CE-50 4-cycle 4-cylinder direct injection naturally aspirated
diesel engine with a rated power of 49.5 Hp (37 kW). The Mahindra 5035 is fitted
with a two transmission options: full synchromesh transmission with 12 forward
and 12 reverse gears, or hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and
reverse gears.
The maximum travel speed (forward/reverse): 15.9 mph (25.5 km/h) and 15.8 mph (25.3 km/h). The open center hydraulic system has a gear pump with a rated capacity of 11 gpm (41.6 lpm). The hydraulic system pressure is 203 bar (2950 psi). The tractors are equipped with 9.50x20 front tires and 16.9x24 rear tires. The wheelbase is 75" (1900 mm). Compatible attachments for the tractor: Mahindra ML130 front end-loader with a maximum lift height of 111.5" (2830 mm), and Mahindra 595 backhoe with maximum digging depth of 115" (2920 mm).
| Engine Troubleshooting |
| Engine difficult to start or doesn't start |
Air in the fuel pipes - Bleed the fuel pipes.
Fuel filter plugging - Clean the filter element.
Defective injection nozzle - Service or change injection nozzles.
Water in the fuel system - Change fuel and repair fuel system.
Valve clearance is out of adjustment - Correct valve clearance.
Fuel injection pump is broken - Replacement or repair required.
| Diesel starts and then shuts off |
Restricted intake air - Clean or replace element.
Fuel filter element is clogged - Replace the filter element.
Poor fuel injection pump tightness - Look for any leaks of fuel pump Tighten it fast.
Fuel injectors are faulty or clogged - Change or clean fuel injectors.
Faulty fuel injection pump - Repair or change injection pump.
| Engine stops suddenly during operation |
Engine is not warmed up to the required temperature - Engine is not warmed up to the required temperature.
Fuel filter element clogging - Service or replace the filter.
Air in the fuel lines - Bleed the fuel lines.
Defective injection nozzle - Clean or replace injection nozzles.
Fuel injection pump timing is not adjusted - Use the correct fuel injection pump timing adjustment.
| Engine stalls while idle |
Too low idle RPM - Adjustment required.
Fuel injection pump is broken - Rebuild or replace pump.
Damaged or clogged injectors - Replace or clean fuel injectors.
Improper valve clearance - Correct valve clearance.
| Loss of engine power |
Dirty air cleaner - Install new air filter element.
Defective or clogged injection nozzle - Install a new kit of correctly balanced nozzles.
Incorrect fuel injection pressure - Adjust pressure to proper level.
Valve clearance is not correct - Check and adjust as required.
Low idle speed adjustment is incorrect - Adjust the low idle speed.
Fuel hoses or lines are clogged - Clean fuel lines and hoses.
Cylinder head gasket defective - Install a new gasket.
Leaking or defective piston rings - Change piston rings.
| Engine is overheated |
Not enough coolant - Top up coolant fluid and check system for leaks.
Engine oil level low - Fill up the engine oil.
Dirty radiator core or defective radiator cap - Clean radiator or replace cap.
Fan belt is loose or defective - Fan belt must be replaced.
Engine overload - Load reducing required.
| Insufficient oil pressure |
Lack of oil - Check and refill the oil.
Oil filter clogging - Change or service engine oil filter.
Oil grade or viscosity is wrong - Use oil of proper viscosity.
Incorrect oil clearance in main bearing - Change bearings.
Oil pump is damaged - Install a new pump.
| Engine noises or knocks |
Engine oil insufficient - Check and refill engine oil.
Engine not warmed up - Engine is not warmed up to the required temperature.
Timing of fuel injection pump is incorrect - Check the fuel injection pump timing adjustment.
Incorrectly adjusted low idle speed - Correct low idle settings.
Damaged or clogged injectors - Replace fuel injectors.
Connecting rod is misaligned or defective - Replace or align connecting rod.
Pistons are worn or broken - Replace the pistons as required.
| Transmission Troubleshooting |
| Transmission oil pressure is insufficient |
Low oil level - Fill the transmission housing with oil.
Transmission fluid filter is clogged (if fitted) - Service or replace the transmission fluid filter.
Defective relief valve - Replace relief valve as required.
| Transmission noises |
Transmission oil insufficient - Fill the transmission housing with oil.
Transmission fluid is dirty - Fill up with fresh transmission fluid.
Defective gears or improper backlash - Change the gears or set backlash properly.
Worn or cracked bearings - Faulty bearings should be replaced.
Damaged or worn gear shift forks - Replace the shift forks.
Worn or damaged shaft splines - Replace the shaft.
| Gear shift is hard |
Worn or rusty gear shift linkage - Replace or lubricate the shift linkage.
Shift forks are bent or worn out - Shift forks need to be changed.
Defective parts in the gearshift mechanism - Replace defective parts.
Worn or unadjusted clutch - Change or adjust clutch.
| Transmission fluid leaks |
High transmission fluid level - Drain the excess fluid.
Damaged seals or gaskets - Install new components.
| Hydrostatic Transmission Troubleshooting |
| HST transmission is excessively noisy |
Fluid is contaminated or fluid level is insufficient - Top up to proper level or change transmission fluid.
Worn or out of adjustment speed control linkage - Adjust or install new linkage.
Defective relief valve - Install a new valve.
Excessive loading - Reduce transmission load.
Transmission parts are worm or defective - Replace or repair defective components.
| Loss of power |
Lack of transmission fluid - Checking transmission fluid level and add if necessary.
Defective relief valve - Change the valve.
Speed control linkage is worn or unadjusted - Repair or adjust linkage.
| Transmission fluid over heats |
Insufficient transmission oil - Fill up the transmission oil.
Clogged transmission fluid filter - Service or change transmission fluid filter.
Clogged or damaged cooling components - Inspect all cooling components and replace or repair if necessary.
Excessive transmission load - Reduce loading.
| External oil leaks |
Damaged gaskets or seals - Change defective gaskets or seal.
Internal transmission housing pressure is too high - Change defective components.
Plugged oil return tube - Clean or replace return tube.
| Hydraulic System Troubleshooting |
| Low hydraulic system pressure |
Insufficient hydraulic fluid - Fill the system to proper hydraulic fluid level.
Dirty hydraulic oil filter element - Clean the hydraulic filter or install new filter element.
Hydraulic pump is defective - Change or repair hydraulic oil pump.
Incorrect adjusted hydraulic control valve - Adjust correctly.
Hydraulic cylinder malfunction - Install a new hydraulic cylinder or repair it.
Hydraulic piping is leaking - Inspect hydraulic system for leaks and repair it.
| Hydraulic system is too hot |
Main relief valve is faulty - Relief valve replacement required.
Incorrect hydraulic fluid type - Fill up with the proper type of fluid.
Hydraulic oil is dirty - Hydraulic oil change required.
There is air in the hydraulic system - Bleed hydraulic system.
| Hitch can't lift or lifts too slowly |
Hitch is under excessive load - Reduce the load is required.
Insufficient hydraulic oil - Need to add oil.
Hydraulic fluid filter element is clogged - Replace hydraulic filter element or service if necessary.
Damaged hydraulic pump - Install a new hydraulic fluid pump.
Faulty main relief valve - Install a new relief valve.
Hydraulic control valve block is defective - Replace or repair the valve.
Hydraulic cylinder is broken - Repair or replace hydraulic cylinder.
Suction line is broken or disconnected - Connect or replace.
| Three-point hitch cannot be dropped or dropping is too slow |
Incorrect adjusted hydraulic control valve - Adjust correctly.
Faulty hydraulic cylinder - Repair or change hydraulic cylinder.
Three-point hitch has not been adjusted - Adjust 3-point hitch as required.
Damaged lift arm shaft - Change the shaft.
| Hitch lift or drop is not smoothly |
Air in the hydraulic system - Air bleeding.
Hydraulic fluid is contaminated - Fill up with new hydraulic fluid.
Damaged hydraulic pump - Repair or replace hydraulic oil pump.
Hydraulic spool valve is faulty - Repair or replace hydraulic valve.
Hydraulic cylinder malfunction - Install a new hydraulic cylinder or repair it.
| Steering System Troubleshooting |
| Excessive effort to steer |
Incorrectly installed or worn steering column - Install the steering column correctly or replace it.
Air in the hydraulic steering system - Bleed the system of air.
Improper toe-in - Check and adjust toe-in.
Front tyres are worn unevenly - Install new tyres.
Steering pump not working - Install a new hydraulic steering pump.
Stuck or worn pump flow control valve - Change or flush control valve.
Steering fluid level low - Checking steering fluid level and add it if necessary.
| Excessive play in steering |
Steering column coupling or shaft has maximum wear - Change defective part.
Steering pump is worn - Steering pump needs to be replaced or repaired.
Worn or loose steering linkage joints - Change or repair steering linkage.
| Tractor pulls to left or right |
Front tyres are worn unevenly - Install new tyres.
Not adjusted toe-in - Adjust toe-in wheels.
Steering linkage parts are loose or worn - Replace or repair steering linkage.
Front wheel bearings are damaged or incorrectly adjusted - Adjust correctly or change bearings.
| Electrical Troubleshooting |
| Battery won’t charge |
Corroded or loose electrical wire connections - Clean or tighten connections.
Defective battery terminal clamps - Change terminal clamps.
Battery is defective - Replace the battery.
Belt is damaged or loose - Adjust belt tension or change the belt.
| Starter cranks slowly |
Battery voltage is low - Battery is drained, recharge it.
Battery is not holding charge - Service battery or replace it.
Disconnected cables or faulty battery terminals - Check cable connections and change or clean terminals.
| Starter does not work |
Battery is low or faulty - Replace or charge as required.
Battery wires are disconnected or incorrectly connected - Check wires and connect correctly.
Low battery power - Battery is drained, recharge it.
Starter motor is faulty - Replace or repair starter.
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