Performing Tractor Maintenance

Staying on top of tractor maintenance will help your equipment run smoothly for years to come. If you aren’t sure where to start, don’t worry! Keep reading to learn what maintenance tasks you can do to keep your tractor in top shape. If you have any questions or you want to see some equipment for sale, reach out to Boehm Tractor Sales in Shiner, Texas. We also proudly serve Seguin and Austin!

Consult the Owner’s Manual

Before you start any maintenance, make sure to check your owner’s manual. This will provide you with important information regarding what specific tasks you need to do, the timeline for those tasks, and whether there are certain types of products you should be using.

Radiator Fluid

One common cause of tractor issues is an overheated engine. Radiator fluid can help prevent this! As a part of regular maintenance, check the fluid levels and top it off as needed. There will be naturally gradual fluid loss, but if you are replacing large amounts of fluid each day, there’s probably a bigger issue. 

Engine Oil

Engine oil plays an important role in keeping your equipment running smoothly. This is why checking your tractor’s engine oil regularly is a critical part of maintenance. Keep in mind that you should not check on a cold engine. Instead, run your machine for a few minutes, turn it off for a few minutes, then check the oil. If the oil is sludgy or discolored, you’ll need to replace the oil and filter.

Tires

Checking on your equipment’s tires is an often overlooked part of maintenance. If the tires are not inflated to the correct level, you can face damage. It’s quick and easy to measure the air pressure using a tire pressure gauge, so do this every so often. 

Another part of tire maintenance includes adjusting the tire pressure depending on the task at hand. For example, you should have a little extra tire pressure when driving on a paved road. When tilling, decrease the pressure by a few pounds.

Fuel

Making sure your equipment has fresh fuel is another important part of maintenance. You’re probably running your machine often enough that this is not an issue. But if your equipment sits idle for too long, problems can occur. Add a fuel stabilizer if you plan on storing your rig for a while.

We hope these simple maintenance tips help you keep your tractor operating at peak performance! If you have any questions or you want to see some machines for sale, reach out to Boehm Tractor Sales today. We are located in Shiner, Texas and also serve those in Seguin and Austin. We can’t wait to help you with all of your equipment needs!