Plan on changing the oil in the front diff. Is it pretty self explanatory? I see a drain plug, I see the fill plug, is there anything else I need to know? Also, what other oils do I need to change while I'm dealing with the front. I have read there are some other things up there that need oil changes? Just looking for clarification on that. Also, where the heck is the steering case oil? Thanks.
b6000 front differential oil change/steering case
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freewheel3
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The steering box is located at the bottom of the steering column. It has tiny drain and fill plugs.
Thanks guys, changed those fluids, everything was right where you said, but didn't bother with the steering fluid, is that something that's changed normally? Thanks
freewheel3
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MX5000DT LA852, BX1800D, B6000DT, B6200HSTD, B7100HSTD, L185, T1700HX, ZD1211
It doesn't need to be changed very often but I'd recommend doing it if you don't know if / when it was last done. If the tractor was stored outside much, there is a chance the oil is contaminated with water as they have a habit of letting rain water run down the column and into the gear box.
Its your call but its cheap insurance against steering box failure. IMO.