Ford 555A, 555B, 655A Tractor Loader Backhoe Service Manual

Models Covered: 555A, 555B, 655A
Serials Covered (if applicable): ALL
Manuals Included: Service Manual (SE 4455)
Total Pages: 708

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Manual Sections:

Part 1
Engine Systems

Engines
Diesel Engine - Description and Operation
Diesel Engine - Overhaul

Cooling System
Cooling System - Description and Operation
Cooling System - Overhaul

Troubleshooting, Specifications and Special Tools
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Special Tools

Part 2
Fuel Systems

Fuel System - Diesel
Rotary Type Fuel Injection Pump - Description, Operation
and Overhaul
In-Line Type Fuel Injection Pump - Description, Operation
and Overhaul
Injection Pump Speed Adjustments
Injector Pump Timing
Injection Pump Removal and Installation
Fuel Tank, Thermostat, Fuel Lift Pump and Throttle Linkage

Injectors
Injectors - Description and Operation
Injectors - Overhaul

Air Cleaner
Air Cleaner - Description and Operation
Air Cleaner - Overhaul and Service

Troubleshooting, Specifications and Special Tools
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Special Tools

Part 3
Electrical System

Wiring, Lights and Controls
Wiring Schematics and Description - Tractor Harness
Wiring Schematics and Description - Cab Wiring and
Components
Troubleshooting

Battery
Battery - Description and Operation
Battery - Maintenance and Tests

Starting Motor
Starting Motor - Description and Operation
Starting Motor - Overhaul
Neutral Start Switch - Description and Operation
Neutral Start Switch - Overhaul
Key Start Switch

Charging Systems
Charging System - Description and Operation
Troubleshooting - in Vehicle Tests
a. Output and System Capacity Test
B. Excitation Voltage Test
C. Open or Shorted Diode, or Opened Positive Diode Test
D. Shortened Positive Rectifier Diode Test
E. Operation Test
F. Regulator or Regulator Circuit Test
Charging System - Overhaul

Troubleshooting, Specifications and Special Tools
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Special Tools

Part 4
Clutch

Clutch Overhaul
Clutch - Description and Operation
Clutch - Linkage (Free Travel) Adjustment
Clutch - Removal and Installation
Clutch - Pressure Plate and Cover Overhaul

Servicing Clutch Associated Components
Clutch Pilot Bearing - Description and Overhaul
Clutch Release Bearing - Description and Overhaul
Clutch Release Shaft - Overhaul
Clutch Pedal and Linkage - Overhaul

Specifications and Special Tools
Specifications
Special Tools

Part 5
Transmission Systems

6 X 4 Manual Reversing Transmission (Model 555A Only)
6 X 4 Manual Reversing Transmission - Description
and Operation
Introduction to Overhauling the Transmission
Gear Shift Cover - Overhaul
Front End Overhaul
Rear End Overhaul
Complete Overhaul
Component Overhaul

4x4 Standard Gear Power Reversing Transmission (Model 555A Only)
4x4 Standard Gear Power Reversing Transmission - Description
and Operation
Introduction to Overhauling the Transmission
Gear Shift Cover, Access Cover, Dump Valve and Linkage -
Overhaul
Front End Overhaul
Rear End Overhaul
Complete Overhaul
Component Overhaul

4x4 Torque Converter Drive Syncromesh Transmission
(Models 555B and 655A Only)
4x4 Torque Converter Drive Syncromesh Transmission -
Description and Operation
Introduction to Overhauling the Transmission
Gear Shift Cover Overhaul
Front End Overhaul
Rear End Overhaul
Complete Transmission Overhaul
Component Overhaul

Troubleshooting, Specifications and Special Tools
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Special Tools

Part 6
Cab, Heating and Air-Conditioning

Cab Removal and Installation
Cab Removal and Installation

Cab Heating System
Cab Heating System - Description and Operation
Cab Heating System - Troubleshooting
Cab Heating System - Overhaul

Air-Conditioning and Heating System
Air-Conditioning and Heating System - Description and
Operation
Air-Conditioning and Heating System - Troubleshooting
and Servicing
Air-Conditioning and Heating System - Overhaul

Specifications and Special Tools
Specifications
Special Tools

Part 7
Rear Axle and Brakes

Rear Axle Overhaul
Rear Axle - Description and Operation
Rear Axle Shaft Assembly Overhaul
Planetary Reduction Gear Assembly and Axle Housing Overhaul
Rear Wheel Brake Assembly Overhaul
Differential and Differential Lock Assembly Overhaul
Drive Pinion Assembly Overhaul
Brake Pedal Linkage and Cross-Shaft
Differential Lock Linkage

Handbrake
Handbrake - Description and Operation (Pinion Type)
Handbrake - Overhaul (Pinion Type)
Handbrake - Description and Operation (Twin Cable Type)
Handbrake - Cable Replacement (Twin Cable Type)

Specifications and Special Tools
Specifications
Special Tools

Part 8
Hydraulic System

Description and Operation
General Introduction
Structural Members
Cylinders
Control Valves
1. Loader Control Valve
2. Backhoe Main Control Valve
3. Unload Valve and Sensing Manifold
4. Stabilizer Valve Section - Lock out Valves
Hydraulic Pump
Miscellaneous - Pump Drive Shaft, Reservoir, Oil Cooler,
Filters, Hoses and Tubes

Component Removal and Installation
General
Loader Bucket
Loader Lift Arms
Counterweight or Backhoe
Subframe
Loader Control Valve
Backhoe Main Control Valve
Unload Valve and Sensing Manifold
Cylinders
Hydraulic Pump
Miscellaneous - Reservoir, Oil Cooler, Filter and Pump
Driveshaft
Backhoe Bucket
Standard Dipstick
Extendable Dipstick
Backhoe Boom
Backhoe Swingpost
Hoses, Tubes and Fittings

Component Overhaul
General
Structural Members
1. Loader Lift Arms
2. Backhoe Bucket
3. Backhoe Dipstick - Standard
4. Backhoe Dipstick - Extendable
5. Backhoe Boom
6. Backhoe Swingpost
7. Backhoe Main Frame
Cylinders
1. Loader Cylinders
2. Backhoe Cylinders
Control Valves
1. Loader Control Valve
2. Backhoe Main Control Valve
3. Unload Valve System
Hydraulic Pump

Troubleshooting
General
Loader
Backhoe
Hydraulic Pump

Pressure Tests and Adjustments
Mechanical Adjustments
1. Loader Bucket Level Indicator
2. Return to Dig Switch
Pressure Testing
1. Hydraulic Pump Performance
2. Loader Control Valve
3. Loader Circuit Performance Test
4. Backhoe Control Valve Main Relief Valve
5. Circuit Relief Valves
6. General Hydraulic Tests
7. Circuit and Accumulated Leakage Tee Tests

Specifications and Special Tools
Specifications
Special Tools

Part 9
Steering System

Hydrostatic Steering System
Hydrostatic Steering System - Description and Operation
Hydrostatic Steering System - Overhaul

Power Steering Pump, Reservoir and Tubes
Power Steering Pump and Reservoir - Overhaul
Power Steering Tubes and Hoses
Power Steering System - Pressure Testing

Troubleshooting, Specifications and Special Tools
Troubleshooting
Specifications
Special Tools

Part 10
Front Axle

Front Axle - 2 Wheel Drive
Front Axle - Description and Operation
Toe-in Adjustment
Component Overhaul

Front Axle - 4-Wheel Drive
Axle - Description and Operation
Front wheel Drive Axle - Removal and Installation
Final Planetary Drive and Wheel Hub Bearings - Overhaul
Steering Swivel Pin Bearings - Overhaul
Axle Shafts - Overhaul
Differential - Overhaul
Toe-in Adjustments

Transfer Gear Is Simply - Front Wheel Drive Axle
Transfer Gear Assembly - Description and Operation
Transfer Gear Assembly - Overhaul
Driveshaft - Overhaul

Specifications and Special Tools
Specifications
Special Tools

Part 11
Wheels and Tires

Description and Operation
General
Tire Inflation and Service
Wheel Nut Torque Specification

Part 12
Separating the Unit

Component Removal and Installation
Engine Removal and Installation
Transmission Removal and Installation