🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Bolens Product Type: Workshop Service Repair Manual Series: Medium Frame Tractors Models Covered: 1058, 1060, 1160, 1258, 1261, 1458, 1461, 1463, 1467, 1468, 1658, 1659, 1661, 1662, 1663, 1664, 1667, 1668, 1668L, 1669, 1669L, 1858 Codes Manual Identifier: Not Specified 👋 Introduction Market Position Target Audience: DIY enthusiasts, home mechanics, professional service technicians Competitive Analysis Value Proposition: Provides comprehensive repair and maintenance information, empowering users to perform complex tasks and maintain factory settings, saving on professional service costs. Key Features Completeness: Covers the entire machine excluding engines, with detailed sections on all major mechanical and electrical systems. Technical Detail: Highly technical manual with detailed repair information and specifications. Usability: Clear pages, detailed pictures, and step-by-step procedures enhance ease of use. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas General Information: Yes Electrical System: Yes Drive Train: Yes Fuel System: Yes Chassis: Yes Hydraulic System: Yes Engine And Clutch Pto: Yes (excluding engine repair) Tractor Attachments: Yes (mowers, tiller, snowthrowers) Page Count Total Pages: 100 Sections: 8 Manual Type Type: Workshop Service Repair Manual Purpose: Servicing, teardowns, repairs, adjustments, specifications Language Language: English Format File Format: PDF Compatibility: All Versions of Windows & Mac Download Type: Instant Download Printability: All pages printable 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine System: Excludes engine repair (engine repair manuals sold separately) Powertrain: Drive Train (transmission, axles, differentials) Chassis And Frame: Chassis (frame, steering, suspension, brakes) Hydraulic System: Hydraulic system (lift, steering, implement control) Electrical System: Full coverage including wiring diagrams, component testing, troubleshooting Fuel System: Fuel tank, lines, filters, carburetors (if applicable) Pto System: Power Take-Off (PTO) engagement and components Attachment Systems: Mowers, Tillers, Snowthrowers Procedures Included Routine Maintenance: Lubrication, fluid checks, filter changes Troubleshooting: Diagnostic procedures for common and complex issues Component Repair: Detailed step-by-step repair instructions for various components Adjustments: Calibration and adjustment of key systems (e.g., clutch, brakes, hydraulics) Disassembly And Reassembly: Complete teardown and reassembly procedures Installation: Installation of attachments and certain components Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive technical detail for complex repairs Diagrams: Detailed diagrams and pictures for better understanding Clarity: Clear and clean pages with detailed information 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Type: PDF Requirements: Adobe PDF Reader, WinZip Print Quality Image Quality: Great with detail Binding Type Type: Digital Download (Printable) Paper Type Type: Not Applicable (Digital) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Repair Coverage: Excluded from this manual; engine repair manuals sold separately. Performance Horsepower Range: Varies by model, typically ranging from 10 HP to 18 HP for these medium frame tractors. Fuel System System Components: Fuel tank, fuel lines, fuel filter, carburetor (specific type varies by engine model). 🔧 Transmission Standard Type: Likely a gear drive or hydrostatic transmission depending on the specific model within the series. Optional Features: Specific PTO engagement, differential lock (may be optional on some models). Features Drive Modes: 2WD (Rear Wheel Drive) is standard for this class of tractor. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Wheelbase: Varies by model, typical range for medium frame tractors is 45-55 inches. Weights Operating Weight: Estimated range of 400-700 lbs, depending on model and configuration. Towing Capacity: Not explicitly stated but generally designed for light towing tasks. 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Certification: Likely compliant with relevant agricultural and lawn tractor safety standards of their production era. Active Features Operator Presence: Standard safety interlocks (e.g., brake pedal, PTO engagement). Passive Features Operator Protection: Roll Over Protective Structures (ROPS) were often optional or not standard on older models in this category. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Features: Basic operator controls. No advanced infotainment systems are present on these models. Driver Assistance Features: Primarily mechanical controls for steering, throttle, and implement operation. No electronic driver assistance features. Connectivity Features: No electronic connectivity features. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Engine Oil Change: Typically every 50-100 operating hours or annually, refer to specific engine manual. Gearbox Oil Change: Refer to manual for specific intervals, often 200-400 hours or every few years. Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Type: SAE 30 or 10W-30 API Service SF or SG (verify with specific engine manual). Hydraulic Fluid Type: Universal Tractor Transmission Oil (UTTO) or ISO VG 46 Hydraulic Fluid. Check manual for specific recommendation. Gearbox Oil Type: Refer to manual, likely a GL-4 or GL-5 gear oil. Known Issues Common Problems: Wear on steering components, hydraulic pump or cylinder leaks, electrical connector corrosion, drive belt wear, carburetor gumming due to fuel degradation. 📚 Vehicle History Brand Heritage Brand Legacy: Bolens has a long history of manufacturing durable outdoor power equipment and tractors, often associated with robust construction and versatility. Model Evolution Production Era: These models likely span production from the late 1970s through the 1980s, a period where Bolens produced a wide range of garden and utility tractors. Production Manufacturing Locations: Primarily manufactured in the United States. 🏆 Awards & Recognition Recognitions Brand Reputation: Bolens tractors of this era...