Kubota sidekick error

[kubotachump]

Hi everyone. New member here. My Kubota sidekick XG850 just threw error code Err46. The engine got hot but water temp was down. Could it be the thermostat or water pump??

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

That error is a transmission over temp not the engine.
Check transmission fluid level.
Check that air is getting to it to cool it.

 

[kubotachump]

Thank you. I assumed the bar gauge is for the engine...

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

Thank you. I assumed the bar gauge is for the engine...

Yes you have an issue in that area too!
That pic is with it not running?
Is everything pegged and lit up like that when it's running?

 

[kubotachump]

The pic was taken not running. Temp was high so I shut it off, than it increased and lights lit up after it had been shut off.

 

[North Idaho Wolfman]

The pic was taken not running. Temp was high so I shut it off, than it increased and lights lit up after it had been shut off.

Ok first get the WSM (aka servicer manual).
Let it completely cool down, check the radiator for blockage, check fans and belts if equipped.
If they are electric fans check fuses.
Pull the radiator cap and run it looking for coolant movement.
Check transmission fluid level.

 

[whitetiger]

The RTV-XG850 or Side Kick cooling system has 2 bleeders that must be bled if the system gets very low and is refilled. If they are not bled, the coolant can not circulate and the engine will overheat.

 

[kubotachump]

The RTV-XG850 or Side Kick cooling system has 2 bleeders that must be bled if the system gets very low and is refilled. If they are not bled, the coolant can not circulate and the engine will overheat.

Thank you so much. I bet this is the issue I'm having. Can you tell me where the bleeders are located and how to go about doing this?

 

[whitetiger]

There is a bleeder on the thermostat housing and one on the back of the cylinder head, Fill the radiator with coolant, loosen the bleeder a couple of turns, until there is straight coolant leaking. Bleed each one then top off coolant.

 

[kubotachump]

There is a bleeder on the thermostat housing and one on the back of the cylinder head, Fill the radiator with coolant, loosen the bleeder a couple of turns, until there is straight coolant leaking. Bleed each one then top off coolant. View attachment 145260

That fixed my problem! I really appreciate the help and advice.

 

[whitetiger]

That fixed my problem! I really appreciate the help and advice.

I am happy it was that simple.