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S205 Skid-Steer Loader
65 Operation & Maintenance Manual
SERVICE SCHEDULE
Chart
Maintenance work must be done at regular intervals. Failure to do so will result in excessive wear and early failures. The
service schedule is a guide for correct maintenance of the Bobcat loader.
■ Or every 12 months.
❏ Check every 8-10 hours for the first 24 hours; then at 50 hour intervals.
❍ Inspect new belt after first 50 hours.
✵ First oil and filter change must occur at 50 hours; 250 hours thereafter.
▼ Replace the hydraulic / hydrostatic filter element after the first 50 hours; and thereafter when the transmission warning light
comes ON while operating or at the 500 hour interval.
Instructions are necessary before operating or servicing machine. Read and
understand the Operation & Maintenance Manual, Operator’s Handbook and signs
(decals) on machine. Follow warnings and instructions in the manuals when making
repairs, adjustments or servicing. Check for correct function after adjustments,
repairs or service. Untrained operators and failure to follow instructions can cause
injury or death.
SERVICE SCHEDULE HOURS
ITEM SERVICE REQUIRED
8-10 50 100
■
250
■
500
■
1000
Engine Oil Check the oil level and add as needed. Do not overfill.
Engine Air Filter and Air System Check display panel. Service only when required. Check for leaks and damaged
components.
Engine Cooling System Clean debris from oil cooler, radiator & grill. Check coolant level COLD and add premixed
coolant as needed.
Fuel Filter Remove the trapped water.
Lift Arms, Cylinders, Bob-Tach Pivot
Pins and Wedges
Lubricate with multi-purpose lithium based grease.
Tires Check for damaged tires and correct air pressure. Inflate to MAXIMUM pressure shown on
sidewall of tire.
Seat Belt, Seat Bar, Control
Interlocks, Seat Belt Retractors
Check the condition of seat belt. Check the sear bar and control interlocks for correct
operation. Clean dirt and debris from moving parts. Clean or replace seat belt retractors as
needed.
Bobcat Interlock Control Systems
(BICS™)
Check that four BICS indicator lights and functions are activated. See details in this
Manual.
Safety Signs and Safety Treads Check for damaged signs (decals) and safety treads. Replace any signs or safety treads
that are damaged or worn.
Operator Cab Check the fastening bolts, washers and nuts. Check the condition of the cab.
Indicators and Lights Check for correct operation of all indicators and lights.
Heater and A/C Filters (If Equipped) Clean or replace filters as needed.
Hydraulic Fluid, Hoses and Tubelines Check fluid level and add as needed. Check for damage and leaks. See your Bobcat
dealer for repair or replacement as needed.
Final Drive Trans. (Chaincase), Foot
Pedals, Hand Controls or Steering
Levers
Check oil level and add oil as needed. Check for correct operation. See your Bobcat dealer
for repair or adjustment as needed.
Parking Brake Check operation.
Wheel Nuts Check for loose wheel nuts and tighten to correct torque. (See TIRE MAINTENANCE on
Page 93.)
❏
Spark Arrestor Muffler Clean the spark chamber.
Battery Check cables, connections and electrolyte level. Add distilled water as needed.
Steering Lever Pivots Grease fittings.
Fuel Filter Replace filter element.
Engine / Hydro. Drive Belt Check for wear or damage.
❍
Alternator Belt Check condition and tension. Adjust as needed.
Bobcat Interlock Control System
(BICS™)
Check the function of the lift arm by-pass control.
Engine Oil and Filter Replace oil and filter. Use CD or better grade oil and Bobcat filter. ✵
Hydraulic/Hydrostatic Filter, Charge
Filter, Reservoir Breather
Replace the hydrostatic filter, charge filter and the reservoir breather.
▼
Engine Valves Adjust the engine valves. See your Bobcat dealer for this service.
Final Drive Trans. (Chaincase) Replace the fluid.
Hydraulic Reservoir Replace the fluid.
Case Drain Filters Replace the filters.
Coolant Replace the coolant. Every 2 years
WARNING
W-2003-0903