Ford 8700, 9700 Tractors Repair Manual 40870020 (SE3700) English

Brands: Ford / Ford Tractor Operations / Ford New Holland / New Holland Agriculture

Equipment Type: Tractors

Manuals Type: Repair Manual

Machine Model & Serial Number: 8700, 9700

Region: N/R

Book Code: 40870020 (SE3700)

Issued: February 1978

Language: English

Pages: 484

File Format: Portable Document Format (PDF)

Remark: Massive 484-page ultimate factory repair manual for the Ford 8700 and 9700 heavyweight tractors. Nuclear Level Detail: Contains complete internal engine overhaul procedures for the 401 cu. in. 6-cylinder diesel engine, including cylinder boring, lipped sleeve installation, and crankshaft regrinding. Features exhaustive data for Turbocharger overhaul, Minimec fuel injection pump timing, Dual Power transmission rebuild, and full hydrostatic steering system diagnostics. Includes comprehensive technical sections for cab air conditioning/heating overhaul and professional tractor splitting procedures.

Table of contents

• PART 1: ENGINE SYSTEM
  • Chapter 1: Engine and Lubrication System
    • Internal Overhaul: Cylinder Head, Valves, and Train
    • Engine Front Cover and Timing Gear Synchronization
    • Internal Components: Rods, Bearings, Pistons, Rings, and Block Reconditioning
    • Crankshaft: Flanged Thrust Bearing and Rear Seal Scrolling
    • Engine Compression Testing and Diagnosis
  • Chapter 2: Turbocharger (Complete Disassembly and Core Overhaul)
  • Chapter 3: Cooling System (Water Pump Rebuild and Thermostat Data)
  • Chapter 4: Troubleshooting, Specifications and Special Tools
• PART 2: FUEL SYSTEM
  • Chapter 1: Diesel Fuel System General
    • Minimec In-line Injection Pump Calibration and Timing
    • Fuel Lift Pump Overhaul (Pulsator Diaphragm Service)
    • Bleeding the Fuel System (Filters and Injection Lines)
  • Chapter 2: Injectors (Pop-testing and Nozzle Reconditioning)
• PART 3: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Wiring Schematics for "A", "B", and "C" Serial Prefixes
  • Battery Maintenance and Charging Diagnostics
  • Starting System: 5-inch Solenoid-Operated Starter Motor Overhaul
  • Alternator Charging System: Motorola 72 Amp Unit Rebuild
  • Ignition System: Distributor Advance Mechanisms (if applicable)
• PART 4: TRANSMISSION AND CLUTCH
  • 8-Speed Transmission Description and Power Flow
  • Dual Power Planetary Gear Set Overhaul (Clutch Pack Rebuild)
  • Parking Brake Actuator and Linkage Precise Adjustment
  • Clutch Overhaul: 13-inch Single Dry Plate (SW-510 Fixture Method)
  • Transmission Pre-load Calibration (Output and Countershaft)
• PART 5: REAR AXLE, BRAKES AND P.T.O.
  • Rear Axle Shaft and Inboard Planetary Overhaul
  • Differential Lock Hydraulic System and Piston Service
  • Brake Disc Overhaul (Wet Disc Type) and Master Cylinder Rebuild
  • P.T.O. Clutch Overhaul and Brake Band Adjustment
• PART 6: HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
  • Hydraulic Lift Cover and Cylinder Detailed Overhaul
  • Lower Link Torsion Bar Sensing Mechanism Service
  • Hydraulic Pump Rebuild and Flow Control Valve Calibration
  • Remote Control Valve (Stack-Type) Disassembly and Detent Pressure Setup
• PART 7: STEERING SYSTEM, FRONT AXLE, WHEELS AND TIRES
  • Hydrostatic Steering Motor and Pump Reconstruction
  • Front Axle Overhaul and Shimming Procedure
  • Wheel Tread Adjustment and Tractor Weighting
• PART 8: AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATING
  • Compressor Overhaul (Shaft Seal and Valve Plate Kits)
  • Condenser, Evaporator and Expansion Valve Service
  • Heating System: Heater Core and Blower Motor Overhaul
• PART 9: COMPONENT REMOVAL
  • Cab/Flat Deck Removal and Spreader Bar Usage
  • Engine Removal and Tractor Splitting (Owatonna Stand Usage)

Professional Service Insight
The Ford 8700 and 9700 tractors are equipped with a "Square" 401 cu. in. engine. When performing an internal overhaul, ensure the top compression ring (Keystone type) is installed correctly to maintain sealing efficiency. The Dual Power system requires a precise system pressure of 150-185 psi for proper clutch engagement—leakage in this circuit can cause rapid clutch failure. When servicing the air conditioning, use only Ford Specification ESA-M99G50-A tape for insulating the outlet tubes. Absolute cleanliness is required when overhauling the steering motor, as the commutator and rotor are selectively fitted to extreme tolerances.