How to Change the Hydraulic Fluid and Filter - Kubota L Series Tractor Maintenance (#90)

[@davidmartin303]

I plan on purchasing a L3901 soon and I'll be ahead of the curve thanks to your videos. Thanks for the education and great videos. When I watch them I swear I'm watching a professional network channel, great video and editing.

[@DIYMyWay]

Hi David! I may be biased, but good choice of tractor! So glad to hear they will be helpful to you. Thanks for watching and for the kind words! Much appreciated!

[@jimcomeaux4400]

Yy

[@pedro97w]

If you have not purchased the tractor yet, I HIGHLY recommend you get the dealer to crack that filter loose once before you take it home. It was a nightmare

[@Redneckified308]

I love all this guy's videos. Straightforward, informative, and just the right amount of dad jokes. Keep 'em coming!

[@DIYMyWay]

And I love this guy’s comments! Intelligent, insightful and great taste in KZbin videos! Seriously, thanks so much for the kind words of encouragement!

[@Hugger4641]

You should mention that for the 50hr service, unlike the engine oil, the hydraulic system requires only the filters to be changed, not the oil. However, if you change the "inlet filter" on the right side of the machine, you will lose a lot of oil unless you are quick to get the new filter spun back on. This is only true on the 50hr service, at the 200hr service and all subsequent services both filter and oil get changed.

[@kevinkollman9162]

I am ocd so the 50 hour fluid change on my 2009 B2920' I changed everything. It says just under one gallon' I let it drain all night and pulled both engine drain plugs and it took over 1 gal. Now I change engine oil and filter every 100 hrs. I did the hydro & 4WD at 400 and now every 400. I have 1200 hrs on it and it runs like new. never a problem //

[@jeffvanrobertson2970]

If you keep the hydraulic plug in - you don't lose too much - I think I lost only about 1/2gal, but still a mess ; )

[@johnlittle8865]

Could the tractor be tilted to the opposite side (blocks under tires) for the inlet filter to reduce the mess/fluid loss?

[@dr2casto]

I had to take a chisel flat tip, of course, and bump the bottom of the filter. There’s some notches there that’ll break that loose. That’s the only way I can remove this filter from factory. I did not replace mine that tight.

[@russellzito7502]

Thank you for the video. So , the hydraulic fluid added was for both , the tranny and hydraulic system ? I appreciate the way you do your videos . They are right to the point and explained the how -to very well !

[@DIYMyWay]

Hi Russell! Yes, the tranny and hydraulic system share the same reservoir of fluid. Thanks for watching!

[@williamdkennedy1065]

One of the best procedural videos on KZbin! Thank you.

[@DIYMyWay]

Wow, thanks William! Glad you think so!

[@ericduck8273]

Glad to see that I was not the only person that had lots of trouble removing that filter. I did like you, used two different filter wrench, a pair of large pliers, then a 36 inch pipe wrench. My filter was all bent up too. I was just about to drive a screwdriver through it when it gave up.

[@DIYMyWay]

Hi Eric! Yep, a lot of people run into this problem with factory-installed filters, but scoring the seam between the filter and the mount and a little WD-40 works wonders! Thanks for watching!

[@captain7290]

Well done young man. (I have it on my best authority 'cuz I used to listen to the apostle Paul preach every Saturday, that's Sabbath to folks who know) so I got a few years on ya. Again, very well done.

[@stephengmeiner3264]

Perfect timing! I’m at 382 hours on my L3301. I have all my filters and oil ready to go. Now I have the how-to video😊

[@DIYMyWay]

See, I knew that, Stephen. That’s why I rushed to get this video out just for you! Seriously, I’m glad the timing is good for you. Good luck and thanks for watching!

[@jeffvanrobertson2970]

One thing to add - he mentioned in the video that is it over 7-gallons of fluid. That means when you drain the fluid - you need plenty of drain pan and storage containers. I bought a 2nd drain pain just for this purpose. My storage can is only 5-gals so I put the old fluid back in the new fluid containers afterwards to take to the recycling center - this way I was able to do oil and hydraulic fluids in one sitting ; )

[@jmccmac7481]

So what if a L3901 doesn’t have a Transmission filter on it? Do they make some like that or what’s the deal?

[@DIYMyWay]

It almost certainly does have one somewhere. What year is your L3901?

[@erikleibbrand9648]

I cannot believe that you didn't change your hydraulic filter at 50 hours like my owners manual says to do. Does yours not say to change at 50 hours?

[@DIYMyWay]

I can believe because I was there and definitely did not change the hydraulic filter because my manual says to only change the HST filter at 50 hours. It may be because the hydraulic filter also has a magnet the catches metal bits. When I did change it at 400 hours, the magnet had certainly done its job. Thanks for watching!

[@JonesboroughWeatherCam]

Video is very helpful. My only suggestion would be to scan back a bit to see precisely where the filters are located on each side. (it shows at the end when he is checking for leaks.) I am watching this for my 50 hour filter only replacements. I'm sure once I do it, I'll remember.

[@BakirNinja2012]

So the hydrolic system and transmission use the same fluid?

[@DIYMyWay]

Yes. Thanks for watching!

[@houndsmanone4563]

Thanks for the video. Maintenance is the key. Big Orange will be purring like a kitten. Nice job, as always. Have a fine weekend. 👍🏽

[@DIYMyWay]

Thanks, Don! Hope you have a great weekend too!

[@johncantrell3049]

Not all Kubota L series have 2 transmission filters. My L3010 ( 32 HP ) Direct Transmission only have one Filter. It’s on the right side of the tractor sitting in the driver’s seat.

[@DIYMyWay]

As the video shows, my L3901 HST only has one transmission filter as well as a hydraulic system filter. The transmission and the hydraulic system share the same reservoir of hydraulic fluid, but have separate filters. Thanks for watching!

[@johncantrell3049]

@@DIYMyWay yes the HST has the transmission filter, mine only has the sump hydraulic filter. It doesn’t have the transmission filter. Only the hydraulic sump one. Thanks for the video and reply:))

[@GFD472]

How much metal shavings do you find on those magnetic rings during regular maintenance? I am thinking there would be a bit on a new machine but very little once the tractor is broken in and has a couple hundred hours on it. Is there and expected (safe..) amount of metal to find during each tractor service?

[@DIYMyWay]

There was a good bit of metal shavings on it as I would expect for the first filter change. I certainly hope I’ll find a lot less when I change it again at 800 hours! Thanks for watching!

[@silverdragontaylir8252]

I pulled filter off passenger side hydraulic fluid went everywhere, (good thing I'm fast) haha

[@DIYMyWay]

Passenger side! You have a passenger seat on your tractor? I’d love to see a picture of that! LOL! I know what you meant, but couldn’t resist. Thanks for watching!

[@bluesman97]

Thanks for heads up it's always nice to have insight.

[@Brandon-cz1ig]

Have any of you noticed your PTO shaft turning even when the PTO is disengaged? It seems to spin faster as the tractor goes faster. Is this normal? I called my kubota dealer and they didn’t really give me a straight answer, just said sometimes it happens due to the hydraulic fluid pressure? Should this be something I should be concerned with? I have a 2019 L3901 with just under 300 hours. Thanks!

[@DIYMyWay]

Hi Brandon! I only remember seeing that happen one time on my tractor when nothing was connected to the PTO. Next time you see it turning when disengaged and nothing hooked up you might consider seeing if you can stop it with a gentle grip with your bare finger tips or with a nitrile glove on. Don’t try it with leather glove in case it real is engaged. The leather glove might get caught on the splines and make a bad day for you. If you can stop it from spinning then don’t worry about it. If you can’t then it’s time to get it looked at by the dealer. Thanks for watching!

[@DIYMyWay]

One thing I should add is that if the PTO still turns implements when it is disengaged even long after it should have come to a stop then it needs to be fixed by the dealer.

[@Brandon-cz1ig]

Ok thank you!

[@stevenross5342]

I'm working on an Old B7100. I've never replaced anything fluid related. Can I use the same oil pan for all my oil related needs until full? Transmission/Hydraulic...ect?

[@DIYMyWay]

Hi Steven! I don’t see why not. At least we’re I live, recycled oil is all dumped in the same container regardless of type. Thanks for watching!

[@cyborgbear7269]

Where did you get that maintenance checklist from? That would be helpful.

[@DIYMyWay]

I made a copy of the one in my Kubota manual. Thanks for watching!

[@cyborgbear7269]

@@DIYMyWay I have a Kubota manual and didn't even realize it was in there. Thanks for the clear and concise explanations and demonstrations.Have a great day.

[@ArleneWalker-n2c]

We began mowing our 92 year old neighbors yard for him a couple months ago using our own mowers. He insists we use his big kabota 327. It has sat overnight at our home and when we were ready to mow we noticed a strong has smell in our shop. The gas is overflowing and seeping out of the gas fill cap area. We've placed a pan under the mower however it's still seeping out. We've looked for a gas tank exchange switch and have been unsuccessful in finding one. Can someone please assist us in figuring this out?

[@DIYMyWay]

That’s very kind of you to help your neighbor! I have no idea why a gas tank would overflow like that but perhaps someone will know and answer your question. Thanks for watching!

[@jlindtner]

VERY helpful! Is there a dipstick on an L4310?

[@DIYMyWay]

Thank you! I would think there must be, but I don’t know where it is on an L4310. Thanks for watching!

[@JuanGuzman-jy4sd]

Do all kubotas L3400 have two hydraulic oil filters or it changes on the two wheel drive? I only see one on my 2008 two wheel drive thanks in advance

[@DIYMyWay]

As far as I know only the HST tractor have two filters; one for the transmission and one for the 3-point and FEL hydraulics. Thanks for watching!

[@Farmer-bh3cg]

The cheapest form of repair is regular maintenance. Read the book and do what it says. I use a large Rubbermaid tub with 30 gallon trash bags (two of em) This holds all 10 gallons of hydraulic fluid and the 2 gallons for the front axle. Try draining and changing the filters first as it draws down a lot of the fluid. Less needs to be drained from the 4 drains, so less danger of the horizontal drains spattering the fluid over the floor. Check the front axle for proper level frequently after a change as its very possible for the oil to flow out the axle level check plug before the axle is really at the proper level. Thanks for your videos; they're very helpful.

[@DIYMyWay]

Thanks for the tips and for watching!

[@ЯрославКошелев-ы6х]

Price was right and shipped quick

[@donaldduck9493]

Another good tip is to write the hours you n the filters with a paint pen.

[@Ramdodge582]

thanks for the vid but your using those filter wrenches backwards.

[@steveparks5030]

Is it common for someone to use a red dye in the fluid?

[@DIYMyWay]

I don’t know how common it is but I have heard of it. Thanks for watching!

[@dannywilliams16]

Thia video tells me everything that I needed to know. I watched this Video when I had my 1st Change of Oil, and Hydraulic fluid, and I watched it again as a refresher to change after 400 Hours Thank you so much for a great video

[@mikesprawls9560]

I am a first-time tractor owner. My L3901 DT will be delivered later today. I want to do the maintenance by the book. Just making sure I am 100% correct. For my tractor, the fluid changes include: Hydraulic fluid, 1 Hydraulic filter, Engine oil, and engine oil filter? Really appreciate your videos.

[@DIYMyWay]

Hi Mike! Well according to my 2017 L3901 manual, at 50 hours you change the engine oil and filter and the transmission oil filter. At 200 hours you change the transmission oil filter again and every 200 hours after that. You don't change the hydraulic fluid and filter until 400 hours and every 400 hours after that. However, some Kubota models and other tractor makers have you change the hydraulic oil at the first 50 hours, then at 400 hours and every 400 hours after that. Bottom Line: follow your manual to the letter. Congrats on your new tractor and thanks for watching!

[@mdh7812]

Well done video Martin. I really like your format of your maintenance videos, with the tools needed and parts. Keep the videdos coming.

[@DIYMyWay]

Thanks, MD H! I enjoy doing them. Stay safe and well!

[@tonylarge5298]

Martin, sometimes I had to use a pipe wrench, chain wrench, and even had to hammer a long screwdriver through the filter to turn the filter. some peeps just overdo the tightening. thanks.

[@DIYMyWay]

Hi Tony! Yep sometimes desperate measures are needed. Fortunately I didn’t have to resort to the screwdriver hammered though the filter! Thanks for watching!

[@MrPhildeez2]

The 50 hr initial filter change make a real mess . The trans filter is easy the hydraulic filter will drain and drain and drain all over the floor . You’ve gotta be ready to quickly replace the filter once you start. Don’t go looking for the filter or oil to lube the o ring. Be ready !!!

[@mhayes22167]

fantastic video!!! very helpful, and easy to understand!! also, very soothing, for some reason.... lol, seriously, a wonderful video, and very helpful!!! thanks!!!!!!

[@DIYMyWay]

So glad you found it helpful as well as soothing! Thanks for watching!

[@woodie8824]

Thanks, very informative.

[@spiderstone]

This the same for L2500

[@dontump2286]

Thank you for the video. Very straight forward, easy to follow along, and well put together tutorial.

[@TheRoostersGarage]

You need a drain pan with a bigger opening! Try a transmission drain pan for some of those where you're having to chase the oil stream.

[@DIYMyWay]

You are right about that! Thanks for watching!

[@bobbennett3153]

I'm in Florida so I'm digging down at least two feet in sand and roots and considering the BX trenching shovel since I have a RK 37 with a backhoe thank you for your feedback and yes I watch most all of your videos also do you have a burn ban where you live with all that extra brush and trees I have to burn about once every 3 or 4 months

[@DIYMyWay]

Two feet is the same as here. Then the trenching bucket should do the trick for you. Yes, we have a burn ban from May through September.

[@bobbennett3153]

I would like to see another video of the BX expand backhoe trenching bucket if you have a project in the future I am planning to put in about 350 Ft worth of waterline

[@DIYMyWay]

Hi Bob! I have the Trenching a New Water line videos plus the gutter drain pipe video at the shop. No more immediate project with the trencher bucket for a while. 350 ft is a long run! Are you considering getting the trencher bucket for this project? Also, how deep do you have to bury the pipe? Good luck!

[@LouisianaTractorworks]

I don't have a Kubota but I enjoyed the video Martin!! Have a good week my friend!!

[@DIYMyWay]

Thanks, John! Hope you have a good week too!

[@markjones4090]

Very well explained tutorial and really helpful for Kubota owners. I'm about to change the transmission filter at 200 hours, done 195 hours currently, don't need to change the oil until 400 hours. Oil was changed at 10 hours and last filter was put on at 50 hours. I have a Kioti. Never seen a filter that tight before, thought you were going to hammer a large screwdriver through it for leverage but you came up with a more elegant solution, well done.

[@DIYMyWay]

Thanks, Mark! Your Kioti oil and filter intervals sound about the same as Kubota, except first engine oil and filter change is a 50 hours. Yeah, I was about to smash a screwdriver through it, but thought it was worth Googling to see if there was a better technique and found the knife and WD-40 method. Thanks for watching!

[@RCAFpolarexpress]

Good morning Sir ! 😊Great maintenance video !!!👍 Yes protective gloves are great for sure !!!😉Yes checking and learning your operator tractor manuel !!! ( it's my best bathroom friend 🤣😂🤭) Great way to removed you bad oil filter !!!😊😉Great idea about that magnetic filter !🧐 Yes maintaining your tractor is a great way to protect your investment !!! 😉👍

[@DIYMyWay]

Thanks, Dave! LOL! So you operators manual is your preferred bathroom reading?! I love it! Thanks for watching! Cheers!

[@RCAFpolarexpress]

@@DIYMyWay Yes it's my bathroom best seller reading book 😂🤣👍Have a great week end Sir !!! Cheers !!!

[@arcdf1]

Thanks for the video

[@4439841362]

Hi, I have an L4600. It's 9 yrs old with 120 hours. Over time, the control lever pedal is harder & harder to press. Also, the pedal does not come back to stop when foot is taken off pedal. What is the fix for this? Paul Conway

[@DIYMyWay]

Hi Paul! Only 120 hours in NINE years?? That’s amazing! The first thing I’d check is for limbs or debris restricting the linkages from moving. Next is lubrication. Are there any grease zerks you haven’t been greasing? I don’t know for sure, but I can’t imagine a problem in the transmission itself that would explain this, so I think it is mostly likely friction in the pedal linkages. Good luck!

[@4439841362]

@@DIYMyWay Hi, I thought the same & had already looked under the tractor. There are no grease fittings on the shaft that the peddle moves, which baffles me as to why not. And very little external linkage which is clear of any debris.

[@DIYMyWay]

Well then you could try using a grease needle to inject some grease in at the edges to see if that helps. Otherwise, you may have to take it to your dealership to repair. Good luck!

[@WoodsTreeFarm]

another top-notch maintenance video Martin. Well done! Take care

[@DIYMyWay]

Thanks, Phil! Since you have an L3901 too, I hope this video series will be helpful to you! Stay safe and well!

[@langdonowen161]

On a L4330 do you have to drop front drive shaft to drop the oil pan?

[@christinekempster-myers1699]

Is it possible to overfill? I have a sight glass and couldn't see it was full. It filled to top of where the new goes in and drained down some. Will overfill cause damage?

[@DIYMyWay]

Hi Christine! Yes, you can over fill and it can cause damage. A little extra is not a problem but if you have filled to the top of the fill port, that’s WAY too much. Do you only have a sight glass on your tractor or is there also a dipstick? If you have a dipstick, drain fluid until it’s at the right level. Otherwise, all you can do is to drain it all into a clean pan and pour back in only the exact amount specified. I know that will be a pain but it’s very important too have the correct amount of hydraulic fluid. Good luck and thanks for watching!

[@christinekempster-myers1699]

@@DIYMyWay thank you! Love your videos.

[@Jabboy8]

What is the actual CORRECT service hours for the 50 vs the 100 or 400 when to change what? On this video it also says Transmission filter changed at 50 hrs?? I thought it was just the HST filter at 50 hours along with the oil and oil filter? Another question I have is why did the manual say only change the HST filter at 50 hrs? Is it possible to do that without also changing the HST Oil? I bought some fluid to top off in case it spills everywhere in the process.

[@DIYMyWay]

The CORRECT services hours is whatever the manual says for YOUR tractor if you want to keep your warranty. As to WHY the hours and filters changed vary for different tractor models, you’ll have to ask Kubota. Thanks for watching!

[@DrAaronCarmean]

I have a 2022 l6060 grand. Not exactly sure what HST and Transmission filter I need. Book doesn’t give the exact filter and the stock filters look to have been painted over. Any help

[@DIYMyWay]

Hi Aaron! That info should be in the manual. If not you can look it up on line or ask your dealer. Yes, the original factory filters get painted when the tractor is painted in the factory, which will make them very difficult to get off. Hint: use a utility knife to score all the way around where the filters meet the tractor then spray some WD40 on them seams. Let it sit for a while and it should be easier to get the filters off. Good luck!

[@bigal25938]

Great video. Sounds like Dick Proenneke the wilderness guy narrating. Kubota should hire you to make maintenance videos. I’m not happy with the owners manual but your video is very good. Thanks.

[@n7hevn]

Good stuff!!! I have the MX5200, but this is still worth seeing.

[@chrismelville7227]

Do you have a video on how to rebuild the hydraulic rams on the quick release Kubota bucket? I have the LA513 bucket on a 04 L3130. Thanks

[@DIYMyWay]

No, sorry I don't. Thanks for watching!

[@evans4119]

I have a l2800 and tiped it over and it ticks and knocks now any ideas 💡

[@DIYMyWay]

Yikes! Glad you are okay! Did you immediately turn off the engine after it tipped over? Also, did you not try to start it until several days after it was upright again? As I understand it, those are the cardinal rules when you tip your tractor over in order to minimize engine damage.

[@Sandmtsawmill]

So. What do you do after you change the fluid and none of the hydraulics work anymore?

[@DIYMyWay]

Panic. That’s what I’d do. Then start Googling. If I didn’t find a fix, I’d b calling my dealership next. What tractor model do you have?

[@kentshoemaker7764]

A thorough, professional explanation of this process. Thank you. KLS

[@DIYMyWay]

Thank you, Kent! I appreciate the positive feedback!

[@pneumatic_elephant]

I did my 50 hour maintenance today. Went well just because of your videos. Thank you very much. One question though, when you removed the HST filter (I also had issues because it got stuck), I found quite a bit of metal shavings on the magnet. Did you have them as well and if so, how much? If you replaced the filter at 50 hours, did you find more shavings at 400 hour replacement? Thank you in advance for answer.

[@DIYMyWay]

Hi Maxim! Glad to hear it went well. There was a moderate amount of shavings on the magnet at 400 hours. I did not change it at 5o hours because the manual of my model of tractor did not call for it until 400 hours. Thanks for watching!

[@pneumatic_elephant]

@@DIYMyWay thanks a lot for the quick response!

[@donbrouillet7664]

Thank you Martin! As many others have said, all your videos are great and this one was particularly helpful. I had trouble locating the drain plugs from the sketch in the manual, and your video saved the day! I'll add another tip... Keep an eye on your drain pan capacity! I nearly overflowed mine with the first transmission drain.

[@DIYMyWay]

Your welcome, Don! Glad the video was helpful to you. Thanks for watching!

[@MrVinor44]

I know this is an old video. Not sure if you will get this. Do you remember if you unhooked your loader lines before you changed hydraulic oil? I like your videos. I always refer back to them for maintenance.

[@DIYMyWay]

I had the loader removed while I was doing the change. Glad you find my videos helpful!

[@davidcimermancic550]

This is a very handy video. I did plugs in reverse. Plug facing down drains right into pan and has the majority of oil. Then plug facing forward. His idea for blocking oil on rear small plugs is very good even when you remove the majority of oil from big plugs. Thanks for the tips. 10:06

[@josebarahona9766]

Exelente. Saludos desde chile.

[@grc6631]

My L2501 gear drive has a sight window to check hydraulic oil level. Thanks for the video.

[@dixiedoggy]

Followed your video except I did not think of detaching my frontend loader will that cause any issues? I had the dealer do my first service and noticed the used the HH160-32093 filter for the transmission the filter I got in a kit had the HHK70-14070 filter which one is correct I have the L3301 They also did not put the magnet back on the hydraulic filter :(

[@DIYMyWay]

No, your FEL shouldn't get in the way of changing the hydraulic fluid and filters. Yikes! You need another dealer! That's scary! Thanks for watching!

[@jeffvanrobertson2970]

@@DIYMyWay The filter I received from my dealer for the 50-hour maintenance didn't have the magnetic ring - I didn't even know there was one until I took the old filter off and noticed it - I cleaned it up and reused. The filter for my 400-hour did have the magnetic ring - go figure!

[@DIYMyWay]

Hi Jeff! Interesting that it’s inconsistent whether you get a magnetic ring or not, which is why I held on to my old one until I confirmed I had a new one. Thank for watching!

[@dennismowry788]

My L2250 has a fill point on the floor near you feet and one on the back of the three post hitch. Do you have to fill both locations? Thanks Dennis

[@DIYMyWay]

Hi Dennis! I don’t know. I’m not familiar with the L2250, but your manual should say. Thanks for watching!

[@darken3150]

Do you have a link to that spreadsheet so I can print it?

[@DIYMyWay]

Not to the check list because that is copied from my tractor manual. However, here's a link to the Kubota L Series Maintenance Tool and Supply List that I made: diymywaynet.files.wordpress.com/2019/10/kubota-l-series-maintenance-tools-list-1.pdf Thanks for watching!

[@GrampiesWorkshop]

How's she goin'? Doing regular maintenance is probably the best thing you can do to protect your investment in your tractor. Not only will it ensure it operates properly, but it will help secure a good resale value as well. Great job Martin!!! Take care!!

[@DIYMyWay]

Right you are, Mike! Thanks for watching!

[@georgehattouni4010]

I have kubota tractor b1200 from where i can add hydraulic

[@bramvdsman920]

Anybody knows where I can find Kubota L1-245 manual?

[@gregoryflagg5627]

Great tips and thanks for showing exactly where those drain plugs are... also great to see you had the same challenge getting that factory filter off.

[@DIYMyWay]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@priority19]

thank you! new subscriber

[@DIYMyWay]

Thanks for subbing!

[@jimmypadgett1460]

This was very helpful. I have a L3560. Thanks

[@DIYMyWay]

Hi Jimmy! Glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

[@124bucket]

would love to see a video like this on a b 2320

[@DIYMyWay]

Hi Bobby! Thanks for watching! I don’t have a B2320 so I won’t be making a video on the topic, but surely there are some good videos out there about it. Good luck!

[@robwhite2282]

So appreciate the effort you put into your videos Martin. They are the best procedural tractor maint vids out there. :)

[@DIYMyWay]

Wow, thanks Rob! Glad you find my videos helpful!

[@holygate527]

Hello for kubota L1-295, does it use hydraulic too at the back of the tractor?

[@DIYMyWay]

I'm not familiar with that model, but if it has an HST transmission and is not a really old model tractor, then the answer is probably yes. If you can't find a manual for it. A Kubota dealer can probably tell you. Thanks for watching!

[@holygate527]

@@DIYMyWay This is old model and it doesn’t use transmission but I am wondering what fluid should be refilled because there is a fluid storage at the back just like in the your video. I don’t have manual.

[@kalargyi2692]

Good 👍

[@melynlapitan4972]

how many litters I put in transmission hydrologic?

[@DIYMyWay]

It depends on what model of Kubota tractor you have. Your tractor manual should specify how many liters of hydraulic fluid is required. Thanks for watching!

[@protectork9831]

Is l3200 the same

[@diggingdewittcounty1855]

Thanks found this very helpful!

[@txtpqb]

I have an L2500 2WD tractor and it just started making a 'clunking' noise in the rear right wheel, or at least that side of the tractor's rear axle. I suspect maybe its just low on hydraulic fluid? There is a sight glass on the left of the transmission and it shows nothing until the tractor engine has run for a few minutes. Is this normal? When should the sight glass be showing fluid? Also, I opened up the dip stick cap on top of the transmission and I see no fluid there either but yet I see no leaks under the tractor. Thank you.

[@DIYMyWay]

“Clunking” is not a sound you want your tractor to make! If the dip stick doesn’t show hydraulic fluid and you can’t see it in the sight glass, you are low on hydraulic juice. I’d top it off until it shows the right amount on the dip stick. Hopefully the clunking stops! Good luck!

[@MrMrgreenman99]

This is a very good video for the model it covers. My tractor is a Kubota B8200 e with 2 wheel drive. The hydraulic fluid filter is not exposed and I have not been able to locate it I don't know where to go to get the information

[@DIYMyWay]

Thanks Harold! Your tractor doesn’t have a transmission hydraulic filter but it does have a strainer that needs to be cleaned when changing the fluid. I found a PDF manual of your tractor here: www.kubotabooks.com/AutoIndex/index.php?dir=Tractor%20Owners%20Manuals/&file=B8200%20Owners%20manual%20.pdf&AutoIndex=bb31df5c204e3512d152b29c7eb4b217. Good luck!

[@waynetaylor8607]

I own an L3560. Does this video apply to my tractor? I understand that oil capacities might be different, but do the drain points correspond and the filter locations? Any advice is appreciated. I currently have about 30 hours on my tractor so coming up on the initial 50 hour service. Great video, by the way!

[@DIYMyWay]

Hi Wayne! The principles should apply, but I don’t know about the drain plug and filter locations. You can easily find out by locating them on you tractor and comparing them to the locations on my tractor. Good luck and thanks for watching!

[@oeunsothearo4604]

Very good training. But can I ask you? I have old series L4202 DT that I buy second. Do you know hydrolic old number? Thank you

[@DIYMyWay]

Thank you, Oeun! Sorry I don’t know the specifications of the L4202. Thanks for watching!

[@tuckswanger]

Can you give me any tips , I have a L2900 and have lost hydraulics , where do I start to see if my pump is bad or air in the system. I have wiggled everything enough to have released any air.

[@DIYMyWay]

Sorry to hear that, Danny. If your hydraulic reservoir is full and your hydraulics are completely dead it most likely the pump. I hope I’m wrong for your sake! Good luck!

[@davidw1287]

Excellent Video. I have a LX2610 and approaching 50 hours. The manual states to only replace the transmission and hydraulic oil filters plus the engine oil and oil filter. My question is how much hydraulic oil should I expect to lose when replacing only the two filters and not the oil itself? Thank you!

[@DIYMyWay]

Thanks, David! I don't know how much hydraulic oil an LX2610 might lose changing the transmission oil filter because it depends on where the filter is located and how it is oriented. My L3901 loses only a small amount during the filter change. Thanks for watching!

[@flybob3480]

Fantastic, I was getting ready to cuss because I was having a hard time finding exactly what I was looking for in the manual. From now on, I'll just look for one of your videos. Thanks, Bob

[@DIYMyWay]

Hi Bob! Glad you find my videos help! Thanks for watching!

[@asdfwright9196]

Hey @DIY My Way I have a problem I need to replace a pipe that goes in the hydraulic block, do you think we could FaceTime for a moment?

[@DIYMyWay]

Sorry I saw this so late, but I’ve never done such a thing so I wouldn’t be of any help. Good luck!

[@greatpyr3245]

Is the hydraulic system in the loader seperate from the fluid you changed? With the loader off, isn't there dirty fluid still in the loader?

[@DIYMyWay]

Yes and that would be true even if the loader was still attached. The hydraulic fluid would not drain from it. Thanks for watching!

[@greatpyr3245]

@@DIYMyWay Thanks. Since I own the L3301, I can't tell you how valuable your channel has been to me. I'm doing my 400-hour service and have been using all your videos related to that. Also, I've copied most of your modifications. My favorite is the carry all for the 3-point. Incredibly useful, and if you need ballast you can fill it with bricks or logs and have all the ballast you could ever want.

[@OldManListening]

You didn’t show where the fill is for the rear axles…

[@DIYMyWay]

Yes I did. It is the one you see me put all that hydraulic fluid in.

[@jerrypuffenbarger3491]

Glad I found this video before changing fluids on my L3301, that transmission filter was a killer. Thanks for posting the videos.

[@billcoulter2666]

Nice video 👍

[@DIYMyWay]

Thanks, Bill!

[@daviddavies6844]

Hi SIR..JUST TO SAY A BIG THANKS FOR THE FILM IT DID HELP A LOT AS IM NO SPANNER MAN AT ALL....WE HAVE A KUOBTA THITY EIGHT HORSE POWER DIGGER AND A BIT OVER DUE FOR THE OIL AN FITERS TO BE CHANGED.....SO TOOK THE IRON HORSE BY THE WHEEL AN MANAGED TO DO IT ALL...WE ARE IN N.S.W. AUSTRALIA...THANKS AGAIN...DAVID..

[@DIYMyWay]

Hi David! I’m so glad to know the video was helpful to you! Ah, you are from the land down under! Well then let me wish you a g’day mate! Thanks for watching!

[@willpalmer8750]

As a Kubota technician, I saw no issue with the maintenance you performed, I was unaware of the razor knife trick for the transmission filter. I invested in a filter wrench made for large equipment and semi truck filters instead that is about 2ft long to do those. Sadly, the issue with the filters has persisted from the Standard L01 series to the new L02 series, but I guess I get to keep gratifying my investment.

[@DIYMyWay]

Thanks Will! Glad you learned a new trick from the video, even though you have a honking tool to handle stubborn filters.

[@johncross2692]

Hello Mr DIY, Just used your two videos of engine oil and filter and Hydraulic oil and filter. I used them in a start , stop method, It worked out great (L2501) at 400 hrs I thank you very much Best Regards

[@DIYMyWay]

Hi John! Glad to hear the videos were helpful to you. Thanks for watching!

[@johnstaub359]

Great video. I have one question. You mentioned the use of gloves after you got your hand oily so as to keep your hand clean lol. My question is how in the world do you stay so clean with the light colored shirt and khaki pants my friend?

[@DIYMyWay]

Thanks, John! I’ll tell you if you promise not to tell anyone else. I use a stunt double for all the messy parts. LOL! Thanks for watching!

[@nickvanoverdam791]

Clear and easy directions. Thanks

[@chrisandsteve5238]

FYI your tip on pulling the plug that drains straight down first was the money shot. It drained about 5 gallons, so the rest were real quick. Still had to use the cardboard for the two on the rear axle, but they both drained really quick. Thanks again!

[@DIYMyWay]

Glad the tip helped you! Thanks for watching!

[@joeylittell5696]

Where do you want the oil on the dip stick?

[@DIYMyWay]

At the top of the full line on the dip stick. Thanks for watching!

[@celmonico]

Where he puts the transmission oil?

[@andyalford7487]

Very informative and thank you!

[@DIYMyWay]

Glad you found it helpful, Andy! Thanks for watching!