๐ท๏ธ Basic Information Identification Make: Case IH Model: 1490 Codes Product Name: Case IH 1490 Factory Service Repair Manual ๐ Introduction Market Position Product Category: Agricultural Tractor Service Manual Target Audience: Farm owners, mechanics, service technicians, and operators of Case IH 1490 tractors. Key Features Comprehensiveness: Offers complete service and repair information for the Case IH 1490, covering all aspects of maintenance and repair. User Friendliness: Well-organized with a table of contents for easy navigation and quick information retrieval. Practical Application: Enables users to repair and maintain the tractor efficiently, saving time and money on service costs. ๐ Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Coverage: Service, Repair, Maintenance, Troubleshooting Secondary Coverage: Wiring Diagrams, Specifications, Procedures Page Count Estimated Page Count: Comprehensive (Exact count not provided, but implied to be extensive for a factory service manual) Manual Type Type: Factory Service Repair Manual / Workshop Manual Language Language: English Format Format: PDF ๐ Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine System: Engine overhaul, diagnosis, lubrication, cooling, fuel system, exhaust system Transmission System: Transmission repair, clutch, gearbox, hydraulic controls Hydraulics System: Hydraulic pump, cylinders, valves, PTO operation, implement controls Electrical System: Starting and charging system, lighting, instrumentation, wiring diagrams Chassis Steering Brakes: Front axle, rear axle, steering system, brake system overhaul and service Operator Station: Operator comfort, controls, safety features Procedures Included Maintenance Procedures: Scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, lubrication points, filter replacement Repair Procedures: Component removal, disassembly, inspection, assembly, and installation Troubleshooting Guides: Systematic diagnostic procedures for common and uncommon issues Diagnostic Procedures: Step-by-step instructions for identifying and rectifying faults Calibration Procedures: Adjustment and calibration of various systems (e.g., hydraulics, engine) Technical Depth Depth Of Information: Comprehensive, covering from basic maintenance to complete component overhaul and rebuilds. Diagnostic Detail: Detailed symptom-based troubleshooting flowcharts and diagnostic procedures. Rebuild Instructions: In-depth instructions for rebuilding major components like engines and transmissions. ๐ Manual Specifications File Format Digital Format: PDF (Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader) Compatibility: Compatible with Windows and Mac operating systems. Searchability: Likely text-searchable within the PDF for quick information retrieval. Print Quality Print Usability: Designed for printing individual pages or sections as needed. Binding Type Binding Type: Not applicable (Digital PDF format) Paper Type Paper Type: Not applicable (Digital PDF format) โ๏ธ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Model: Likely Case IH D-series diesel engine (Specific model details would be in the manual) Performance Horsepower Range: Typically in the 60-80 HP range for this tractor class (Exact HP to be confirmed via manual) Torque Specifications: Refer to manual for specific torque values for engine components. Fuel System Fuel Type: Diesel Injection System: Likely a direct injection or indirect injection diesel system (Details in manual) Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Type: Refer to manual for recommended API service category and viscosity grade (e.g., SAE 15W-40). Coolant Type: Refer to manual for recommended coolant type and mixture ratio (e.g., Ethylene Glycol based). ๐ง Transmission Standard Transmission Type: Likely a 12-speed or 16-speed manual transmission with mechanical or powershift options (Specifics in manual). Optional Optional Features: Powershift transmission variants may exist (Verify via manual). Features Gear Selection: Details on gear shifting patterns and clutch operation provided. Fluid Specifications Transmission Oil Type: Refer to manual for specific transmission fluid type and capacity (e.g., UTTO, Hy-Trans). ๐ Dimensions Exterior Overall Length: Refer to manual for specific dimensions. Wheelbase: Refer to manual for specific wheelbase measurement. Weights Operating Weight: Refer to manual for tractor operating weight. Maximum Towing Capacity: Refer to manual for specified towing capacity. ๐ก๏ธ Safety Features Ratings Rollover Protection Structure: May be equipped with ROPS (Rollover Protection Structure) or a cab offering similar protection. Refer to manual for details on safety features. Active Features Braking System: Details on hydraulic disc brakes, parking brake operation, and adjustment. Passive Features Operator Presence System: Information on safety interlocks and operator presence controls. ๐ก Technology Features Infotainment Instrumentation: Basic dashboard instrumentation for engine RPM, oil pressure, coolant temperature, fuel level, and warning lights. Detailed description in manual. Driver Assistance Powertrain Management: Mechanical and hydraulic controls for powertrain management; manual details their operation and maintenance. Connectivity Diagnostics: The manual is the primary tool for diagnostics, replacing the need for advanced electronic diagnostic tools for this era of tractor. ๐ง Maintenance Service Intervals Engine Oil Change Interval: Refer to manual for specific intervals (e.g., every 250 hours or annually). Transmission Fluid Change Interval: Refer to manual for specific intervals (e.g., every 1000 hours). Hydraulic Fluid Change Interval: Refer to manual for specific intervals (e.g., every 1000 hours). Fluid Specifications Hydraulic Fluid Type: Refer to manual for recommended hydraulic fluid specification (e.g., Case IH Hy-Tran Plus). Known Issues Common Wear Items: As with tractors of this age, common wear items may include clutch, brake components, hydraulic seals, and starter motors. Manual provides repair guidance. Electrical Gremlins: Older electrical systems can be prone to corrosion and loose connections; manual's wiring...
Component removal, disassembly, inspection, assembly, and installation
Troubleshooting Guides:
Systematic diagnostic procedures for common and uncommon issues
Diagnostic Procedures:
Step-by-step instructions for identifying and rectifying faults
Calibration Procedures:
Adjustment and calibration of various systems (e.g., hydraulics, engine)
Technical Depth
Depth Of Information:
Comprehensive, covering from basic maintenance to complete component overhaul and rebuilds.
Diagnostic Detail:
Detailed symptom-based troubleshooting flowcharts and diagnostic procedures.
Rebuild Instructions:
In-depth instructions for rebuilding major components like engines and transmissions.
๐ Manual Specifications
File Format
Digital Format:
PDF (Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader)
Compatibility:
Compatible with Windows and Mac operating systems.
Searchability:
Likely text-searchable within the PDF for quick information retrieval.
Print Quality
Print Usability:
Designed for printing individual pages or sections as needed.
Binding Type
Binding Type:
Not applicable (Digital PDF format)
Paper Type
Paper Type:
Not applicable (Digital PDF format)
โ๏ธ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Model:
Likely Case IH D-series diesel engine (Specific model details would be in the manual)
Performance
Horsepower Range:
Typically in the 60-80 HP range for this tractor class (Exact HP to be confirmed via manual)
Torque Specifications:
Refer to manual for specific torque values for engine components.
Fuel System
Fuel Type:
Diesel
Injection System:
Likely a direct injection or indirect injection diesel system (Details in manual)
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
Refer to manual for recommended API service category and viscosity grade (e.g., SAE 15W-40).
Coolant Type:
Refer to manual for recommended coolant type and mixture ratio (e.g., Ethylene Glycol based).
๐ง Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type:
Likely a 12-speed or 16-speed manual transmission with mechanical or powershift options (Specifics in manual).
Optional
Optional Features:
Powershift transmission variants may exist (Verify via manual).
Features
Gear Selection:
Details on gear shifting patterns and clutch operation provided.
Fluid Specifications
Transmission Oil Type:
Refer to manual for specific transmission fluid type and capacity (e.g., UTTO, Hy-Trans).
๐ Dimensions
Exterior
Overall Length:
Refer to manual for specific dimensions.
Wheelbase:
Refer to manual for specific wheelbase measurement.
Weights
Operating Weight:
Refer to manual for tractor operating weight.
Maximum Towing Capacity:
Refer to manual for specified towing capacity.
๐ก๏ธ Safety Features
Ratings
Rollover Protection Structure:
May be equipped with ROPS (Rollover Protection Structure) or a cab offering similar protection. Refer to manual for details on safety features.
Active Features
Braking System:
Details on hydraulic disc brakes, parking brake operation, and adjustment.
Passive Features
Operator Presence System:
Information on safety interlocks and operator presence controls.
๐ก Technology Features
Infotainment
Instrumentation:
Basic dashboard instrumentation for engine RPM, oil pressure, coolant temperature, fuel level, and warning lights. Detailed description in manual.
Driver Assistance
Powertrain Management:
Mechanical and hydraulic controls for powertrain management; manual details their operation and maintenance.
Connectivity
Diagnostics:
The manual is the primary tool for diagnostics, replacing the need for advanced electronic diagnostic tools for this era of tractor.
๐ง Maintenance
Service Intervals
Engine Oil Change Interval:
Refer to manual for specific intervals (e.g., every 250 hours or annually).
Transmission Fluid Change Interval:
Refer to manual for specific intervals (e.g., every 1000 hours).
Hydraulic Fluid Change Interval:
Refer to manual for specific intervals (e.g., every 1000 hours).
Fluid Specifications
Hydraulic Fluid Type:
Refer to manual for recommended hydraulic fluid specification (e.g., Case IH Hy-Tran Plus).
Known Issues
Common Wear Items:
As with tractors of this age, common wear items may include clutch, brake components, hydraulic seals, and starter motors. Manual provides repair guidance.
Electrical Gremlins:
Older electrical systems can be prone to corrosion and loose connections; manual's wiring diagrams are crucial for diagnosis.
๐ Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Manufacturer Legacy:
Case IH is a long-standing manufacturer of agricultural equipment with a reputation for robust and reliable tractors.
Model Evolution
Tractor Lineage:
The 1490 belongs to a series of utility and row-crop tractors produced by Case IH, representing advancements in technology and design for its era.
Production
Production Era:
The 1490 was likely produced in the late 1970s to early 1980s, a period of significant development in agricultural machinery.
๐ Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Industry Acclaim:
While specific awards for the 1490 model are not cited, Case IH tractors of this period were recognized for their workhorse capabilities and reliability in the agricultural sector.