Kubota BX2200 added hydraulic fluid, now FEL not smooth, not 3PT movement.

binkoba · Nov 18, 2018

I sprung a leak in a FEL hose, and got anew one.

I checked the hydraulic oil and it was low.

I had some Super S 303 on hand, and filled it to the correct spot on the dip stick, I had to add a gallon or more.

Now the FEL will not rise in full pull back position, I have to pull all the way back then release a bit to raise the bucket
Also the FEL will not hydraulic lower, it will only go down when I push forward to float.

Also, the mower deck and the 3 pt will not raise or move at all.

Power steering works perfectly, and the tractor drives forwards and backwards like before.

What have I done? I have now drained all hydraulic fluid ready to fill with Kubota fluid.

Does anybody know how to get this fixed please?

Tractor Seabee · Nov 19, 2018

Weird, I would not think the brand of oil is immaterial as long as type is the same. In 1500 hrs I have never used K branded oils in my BX with no problems. Some coincidence at work here. It does not take much dirt introduced into the system down stream from the filter to plug up small passages in the valves. I would check the relief valve for the implement system. It could be bypassing. You should hear that though. Also it will get hot pretty quick. That relief is not in the HST or PS circuits.

Ron

oldnslo · Nov 19, 2018

Did you remove more than one hose while replacing the blown hose? If yes triple check to make sure they are all installed in the correct position and that all of the quick disconnects are fully connected.