Overview
The Massey Ferguson 8727, 8730, 8732, 8735 and 8737 Tractor Workshop Service Repair Manual provides detailed technical information for maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing Massey Ferguson MF 8700 Series agricultural tractors. The workshop documentation covers tractor specifications, major assembly separation, AGCO Power Tier 4 Final diesel engines, Dyna-VT transmissions, HA260F rear axles, braking systems, power take-off equipment, DANA 770 front axles, hydraulic systems, electrical equipment, electronic controls and cab components.
Technical coverage includes ML260 Dyna-VT hydrostatic transmission servicing, engine SCR emissions system maintenance, differential and final drive overhaul, ParkLock and trailer braking systems, front and rear PTO repairs, four-wheel-drive clutch servicing, Load Sensing hydraulic pump testing, steering system diagnostics and electronic fault codes. Additional references include detailed wiring diagrams, hydraulic schematics, transmission calibrations, fuel system procedures, cab air-conditioning repairs, suspended cab maintenance and special workshop service tools.
Important Information: The MF 8700 Series workshop documentation includes different equipment configurations, optional front power take-off systems, fixed and suspended front axles, electronic controls and cab equipment. Verify the tractor model, serial number and installed components before selecting the appropriate workshop procedure.
Table of Contents
Massey Ferguson 8727, 8730, 8732, 8735, 8737 Tractor Workshop Manual
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01. Introduction and Specifications
- 1A10 – MF 8700 – General Information
- Using the Workshop Manual
- MF 8700 Tractor Specifications
- Dyna-VT Transmission Forward Speeds
- Tractor Dimensions and Weights
- Attachment Points – Models with 5-Tonne Front Linkage
- Attachment Points – Models without Front Linkage
- Fluid Capacities
- Accumulator Pressure and Volume
- Conversion Tables
- Retaining Compounds and Sealing Products
- 1A11 – MF 8700 – Error Codes
- Indicator Light Panel
- Instrument Panel Error Codes
- SisuDiesel Tier 4 Final Engine Error Codes
- Dyna-VT Transmission Error Codes
- Four-Wheel-Drive and Differential Lock Error Codes
- Power Take-Off Error Codes
- ParkLock Error Codes
- Front and Rear Linkage Error Codes
- Suspended Cab and Armrest Error Codes
- Hydraulic Valve Error Codes
- Air-Conditioning Error Codes
- Pillar Keypad Error Codes
- 1A12 – MF 8700 – Fuse Box, Electrical Diagrams, Harnesses and Hydraulic Diagrams
- Fuse Box Description and Battery Isolator
- Electrical Connector Identification
- Battery Supply and Earth Point Diagrams
- Dyna-VT Transmission Wiring Diagrams
- Front and Rear PTO Electrical Diagrams
- Four-Wheel-Drive and Differential Lock Wiring
- AGCO Power Engine ECU and Electronic Injection Wiring
- CAN Network and Isobus Wiring Diagrams
- ParkLock, Brake and Suspended Front Axle Wiring
- Front and Rear Linkage Electrical Diagrams
- Automatic and Manual Air-Conditioning Wiring
- Lighting, Instruments and Cab Electrical Diagrams
- Engine, Transmission and Cab Wiring Harnesses
- Front Axle and Auto-Guide Wiring Harnesses
- Isobus, Datatronic 4 and TopDock Harnesses
- Hydraulic Circuit Diagrams
- Auxiliary Hydraulic System Diagrams
- Auto-Guide and Standard Steering Hydraulic Diagrams
- Hydraulic and Pneumatic Trailer Brake Diagrams
- Front and Rear Linkage Hydraulic Diagrams
- Suspended Front Axle and Cab Hydraulic Diagrams
- Transmission Hydraulic Diagram
- 1A16 – MF 8700 – Adjustments, Bleeding and Calibrations
- Brake System Bleeding
- Hydraulic and Pneumatic Trailer Brake Bleeding
- Filling the Transmission Unit
- Clutch Pedal Calibration
- Forward Speed Calibration
- Throttle Pedal Potentiometer Calibration
- Forward Lever Calibration
- Differential Lock and 4WD Automatic Disengagement
- Suspended Cab Calibration
- Dyna-VT Transmission and PTO Calibration
- Suspended Front Axle Calibration
- Front Linkage Position Sensor Adjustment
- Rear Linkage Calibration
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02. Separation of Assemblies
- 2A17 – Front Linkage – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Removing and Refitting the Front Linkage
- 2B17 – Front Axle – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Removing and Refitting the Suspended Front Axle
- 2C17 – Side Member – Removal and Refitting
- Front Left-Hand Side Member Removal
- Front Right-Hand Side Member Removal
- 2D17 – Engine – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Engine Removal and Reassembly
- 2E17 – Engine Spacer – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Engine Spacer Removal and Reassembly
- 2F17 – Hydraulic Spacer – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Hydraulic Spacer Removal and Refitting
- 2G17 – Fuel Tank – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Main Fuel Tank Removal and Refitting
- 2H17 – Cab – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Cab Removal and Refitting
- 2I17 – Rear Hydraulic Unit – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Hydraulic Units and Pipes – Disassembly and Reassembly
- 2J17 – Bonnet – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Bonnet Removal and Refitting
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03. Engine – Tier 4 Final SCR
- 3A10 – T4F Third-Generation SCR Engine – General Information
- Engine General Operating Diagram
- Engine Technical Specifications
- Engine Mechanical Operating Principles
- Engine Lubrication System
- Engine Cooling System
- Intake and Exhaust System
- Fuel System
- Electronic Control Circuit
- Closed Crankcase Ventilation (CCV) Breather
- cEGR System
- 3A13 – T4F SCR Engine – Layout of Components
- 3A14 – T4F SCR Engine – Tests and Diagnostics
- Engine Oil Pressure Measurement
- 3A16 – T4F SCR Engine – Adjustments, Bleeding and Calibrations
- Valve Clearance Adjustment
- Throttle Pedal Potentiometer Adjustment
- Fuel System Bleeding
- 3A17 – T4F SCR Engine – Disassembly and Reassembly
- AGCO Power Engine Workshop Service Manual Reference
- 3B10 – MF 8700 SCR Technology – General Information
- SCR Technology Safety Instructions
- AdBlue/DEF System Precautions
- Third-Generation SCR Engine Architecture
- SCR System Operating Principles
- SCR System Schematic Diagrams
- 3B13 – MF 8700 SCR Technology – Layout of Components
- 3B17 – MF 8700 SCR Technology – Disassembly and Reassembly
- SCR Metering Module
- SCR Injector
- Coolant Solenoid Valve
- AdBlue/DEF Tank
- SCR Catalyser
- 04. Clutch
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05. Gearbox – ML260 Dyna-VT Transmission
- 5A10 – ML260 – General Information
- Dyna-VT Transmission Operating Principles
- Dyna-VT Transmission Operating Diagrams
- Clutch Control
- Forward and Reverse High-Pressure Relief Valves
- Flushing Valve (2V5)
- 5A12 – ML260 – Electrical and Hydraulic Diagrams
- Transmission Hydraulic Circuit Diagram
- 5A14 – ML260 – Tests and Diagnostics
- Transmission Supply Pressure Measurements
- High-Pressure Hydraulic Measurements
- Shifting Pressure Measurements
- Hydrostatic Loop Testing in the Clutch Control
- Transmission Pressure Measurement Sheet
- 5A16 – ML260 – Adjustments, Bleeding and Calibrations
- Forward Speed Calibration
- Throttle Pedal Potentiometer Calibration
- Forward Lever Calibration
- High/Low Speed Range Calibration
- Dyna-VT Transmission Calibration
- Coupler Function Calibration
- Rear and Front PTO Calibration
- Transmission Filling Procedure
- 5A17 – ML260 – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Dyna-VT Unit Disassembly
- Dyna-VT Unit Reassembly
- High-Pressure Relief Valve Removal and Refitting
- Flushing Valve Removal and Refitting
- 5A18 – ML260F – Service Tools
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06. Rear Axle, Differential and Braking Systems
- 6A10 – HA260F Rear Axle – General Information
- 6A13 – HA260F Rear Axle – Layout of Components
- 6A17 – HA260F Rear Axle – Disassembly and Reassembly
- 6A20 – HA260F Final Drives – General Information
- 6A23 – HA260F Final Drives – Layout of Components
- 6A27 – HA260F Final Drives – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Final Drive Removal and Refitting
- Final Drive Unit Overhaul
- 6A28 – HA260F Final Drives – Service Tools
- 6A30 – HA260F Differential – General Information
- 6A33 – HA260F Differential – Layout of Components
- 6A34 – HA260F Differential – Tests and Diagnostics
- Differential Lock Solenoid Valve Testing
- 6A36 – HA260F Differential – Adjustments, Bleeding and Calibrations
- Differential Lock and 4WD Automatic Disengagement Adjustment
- 6A37 – HA260F Differential – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Differential Removal and Overhaul
- Differential Reassembly and Refitting
- Drive Pinion Removal and Reassembly
- 6A38 – HA260F Differential – Service Tools
- 6A40 – HA260F Tractor Braking – General Information
- 6A43 – HA260F Tractor Braking – Layout of Components
- 6A44 – HA260F Tractor Braking – Tests and Diagnostics
- Brake Accumulator Pressure and Volume Tests
- 6A46 – HA260F Tractor Braking – Adjustments, Bleeding and Calibrations
- Brake System Bleeding
- 6A47 – HA260F Tractor Braking – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Main Brake Unit Removal and Refitting
- Main and High-Pressure Brake Valves
- Brake Control Removal and Refitting
- Brake Disc Replacement
- Brake Pedal Sensor Servicing
- 6A48 – HA260F Tractor Braking – Service Tools
- 6A50 – HA260F ParkLock – General Information
- 6A53 – HA260F ParkLock – Layout of Components
- 6A54 – HA260F ParkLock – Tests and Diagnostics
- 6A56 – HA260F ParkLock – Adjustments, Bleeding and Calibrations
- 6A57 – HA260F ParkLock – Disassembly and Reassembly
- ParkLock Unit Removal and Overhaul
- 6A58 – HA260F ParkLock – Service Tools
- 6A60 – HA260F Hydraulic Trailer Braking – General Information
- 6A63 – HA260F Hydraulic Trailer Braking – Layout of Components
- 6A64 – HA260F Hydraulic Trailer Braking – Tests and Diagnostics
- 6A66 – HA260F Hydraulic Trailer Braking – Adjustments, Bleeding and Calibrations
- 6A67 – HA260F Hydraulic Trailer Braking – Disassembly and Reassembly
- 6A68 – HA260F Hydraulic Trailer Braking – Service Tools
- 6A70 – HA260F Pneumatic Trailer Braking – General Information
- 6A73 – HA260F Pneumatic Trailer Braking – Layout of Components
- 6A74 – HA260F Pneumatic Trailer Braking – Tests and Diagnostics
- 6A76 – HA260F Pneumatic Trailer Braking – Adjustments, Bleeding and Calibrations
- 6A77 – HA260F Pneumatic Trailer Braking – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Pneumatic Brake Compressor and Regulator
- Pneumatic Brake Pressure Relief Valve
- 6A80 – HA260 Auto-Hitch – General Information
- 6A83 – HA260 Auto-Hitch – Layout of Components
- 6A86 – HA260 Auto-Hitch – Adjustments, Bleeding and Calibrations
- Auto-Hitch Lock and Control Cable Adjustment
- 6A90 – HA260F Wheels and Hubs – General Information
- Rear Wheel Weight Installation
- 6A93 – HA260F Wheels and Hubs – Layout of Components
- 6A96 – HA260F Wheels and Hubs – Adjustments, Bleeding and Calibrations
- Rear Wheel Track Width Adjustment
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07. Power Take-Off (PTO)
- 7A10 – HA260F Power Take-Off – General Information
- 7A13 – HA260F Power Take-Off – Layout of Components
- Rear PTO Components and Parts Identification
- 7A14 – HA260F Power Take-Off – Tests and Diagnostics
- PTO Supply Pressure Measurements
- PTO High-Pressure Measurements
- PTO Solenoid Valve Testing
- 7A16 – HA260F Power Take-Off – Adjustments, Bleeding and Calibrations
- Rear and Front PTO Calibration
- 7A17 – HA260F Power Take-Off – Disassembly and Reassembly
- HA260F PTO Disassembly
- HA260F PTO Reassembly
- 7A18 – HA260F Power Take-Off – Service Tools
- 7B10 – Zuidberg Front Power Take-Off – General Information
- Zuidberg Front PTO Operating Principles
- Zuidberg Front PTO Schematic Diagrams
- 7B13 – Zuidberg Front Power Take-Off – Layout of Components
- 7B14 – Zuidberg Front Power Take-Off – Tests and Diagnostics
- Front PTO Hydraulic Tests
- Front PTO Electrical Tests
- 7B16 – Zuidberg Front Power Take-Off – Adjustments, Bleeding and Calibrations
- Front PTO Oil Draining and Filter Replacement
- 7B17 – Zuidberg Front Power Take-Off – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Front PTO Unit Removal and Refitting
- Front PTO Shaft Removal and Refitting
- Zuidberg Front PTO Overhaul
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08. Front Axle, Four-Wheel Drive and Steering
- 8A10 – DANA 770 Front Axle – General Information
- Fixed Front Axle Assembly
- Suspended Front Axle Assembly
- Front Axle Specifications and Identification
- Front Axle Oil Levels and Tightening Torques
- Front Axle Troubleshooting
- 8A13 – DANA 770 – Front Axle Component Locations
- Fixed and Suspended Axle Dimensions
- Front Axle Parts and Component Diagrams
- 8A14 – DANA 770 – Tests and Diagnostics
- Suspension Accumulator Pressure and Volume
- Front Axle Checks and Tests
- 8A17 – DANA 770 – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Fixed Axle Tightening Torques and Preloads
- Suspended Axle Tightening Torques and Preloads
- 8A18 – DANA 770 – Service Tools
- 8B17 – Bearings and Transmission Shaft – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Front Transmission Shaft Removal and Refitting
- Four-Wheel-Drive Shaft Bearing Removal
- Four-Wheel-Drive Shaft Bearing Installation
- 8C10 – Four-Wheel-Drive Clutch – General Information
- 8C13 – Four-Wheel-Drive Clutch – Layout of Components
- 8C17 – Four-Wheel-Drive Clutch – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Four-Wheel-Drive Clutch Overhaul
- 8D10 – Steering Unit – General Information
- Steering Hydraulic Operating Principle
- Steering Electrohydraulic Operating Principle
- 8D12 – Steering Unit – Electrical and Hydraulic Diagrams
- 8D13 – Steering Unit – Layout of Components
- 8D14 – Steering Unit – Tests and Diagnostics
- 8D17 – Steering Unit – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Steering Unit Removal and Refitting
- Steering Column Servicing
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09. Hydraulics – Load Sensing System
- 9A10 – Load Sensing Hydraulic System – General Information
- Load Sensing Hydraulic Operating Principles
- 9A12 – Load Sensing Hydraulic System – Electrical and Hydraulic Diagrams
- 9A13 – Load Sensing Hydraulic System – Layout of Components
- Hydraulic Units and Component Locations
- 9A14 – Load Sensing Hydraulic System – Tests and Diagnostics
- Hydraulic Accumulator Pressure and Volume
- 9A18 – Load Sensing Hydraulic System – Service Tools
- 9A20 – Load Sensing Hydraulic Pumps – General Information
- Hydraulic Pump Operating Principles
- 9A22 – Hydraulic Pumps – Electrical and Hydraulic Diagrams
- 9A23 – Hydraulic Pumps – Layout of Components
- Hydraulic Pumps in the Spacer
- 9A24 – Hydraulic Pumps – Tests and Diagnostics
- 9A27 – Hydraulic Pumps – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Hydraulic Spacer Cover Plate Removal and Refitting
- Steering Pump Removal and Refitting
- Load Sensing Pump Removal and Refitting
- Steering Standby Pump Removal and Refitting
- Service Pump Removal and Refitting
- Hydraulic Oil Cooler Removal and Refitting
- 9A28 – Hydraulic Pumps – Service Tools
- 9A30 – Auxiliary Spool Valves – General Information
- Auxiliary Hydraulic Valve Operating Principles
- 9A32 – Auxiliary Spool Valves – Electrical and Hydraulic Diagrams
- 9A33 – Auxiliary Spool Valves – Layout of Components
- 9A34 – Auxiliary Spool Valves – Tests and Diagnostics
- 9A37 – Auxiliary Spool Valves – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Rear Auxiliary Spool Valve Removal and Refitting
- Auxiliary Hydraulic Coupler Servicing
- Front Auxiliary Spool Valve Removal and Refitting
- 9A38 – Auxiliary Spool Valves – Service Tools
- 9A40 – Rear Linkage – General Information
- Rear Linkage Hydraulic Operating Principles
- 9A42 – Rear Linkage – Electrical and Hydraulic Diagrams
- 9A43 – Rear Linkage – Layout of Components
- 9A44 – Rear Linkage – Tests and Diagnostics
- 9A47 – Rear Linkage – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Rear Linkage Removal and Reassembly
- Rear Linkage Spool Valve Overhaul
- 9A48 – Rear Linkage – Service Tools
- 9A50 – Front Linkage – General Information
- Front Linkage Hydraulic Operating Principles
- 9A52 – Front Linkage – Electrical and Hydraulic Diagrams
- 9A53 – Front Linkage – Layout of Components
- 9A54 – Front Linkage – Tests and Diagnostics
- 9A57 – Front Linkage – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Front Lift Spool Valve Removal and Refitting
- Front Lift Hydraulic Rams
- Front Lift Folding Ram
- Front Linkage Sensor Removal and Refitting
- 9A58 – Front Linkage – Service Tools
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10. Electricity and Electrical Equipment
- 10A10 – Electrical System – General Information
- Electrical Circuit Operating Principles
- Electrical Circuit Schematic Diagram
- Electrical Wiring Colour Codes
- 10A13 – Electricity – Layout of Components
- Lighting System Components
- 10B10 – Fuse Box – General Information
- 10B13 – Fuse Box – Layout of Components
- Fuse Box Connectors
- 10B17 – Fuse Box – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Fuse Box Removal and Refitting
- 10C13 – Alternator – Layout of Components
- 10C14 – Alternator – Tests and Diagnostics
- Alternator Testing Procedure
- 10C17 – Alternator – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Alternator Drive Belt Removal and Refitting
- Alternator Removal and Refitting
- 10C18 – Alternator – Service Tools
- 10E10 – Starter Motor – General Information
- Starter Motor Operating Principles
- Starter Motor Schematic Diagram
- 10E13 – Starter – Layout of Components
- 10E14 – Starter – Tests and Diagnostics
- 10E17 – Starter – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Starter Motor Removal and Refitting
- 10F10 – Battery Isolator – General Information
- Battery Isolator Operating Principles
- 10F17 – Battery Isolator – Layout of Components
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11. Electronics and Diagnostic Systems
- 11A10 – Diagnostic Tools – General Information
- Electronic Diagnostic Tool
- 11B10 – Telemetry – General Information
- Telemetry System Operating Principles
- Telemetry System Schematic Diagram
- 11B11 – Telemetry – Error Codes
- 11B12 – Telemetry – Electrical and Hydraulic Diagrams
- 11B13 – Telemetry – Layout of Components
- 11B15 – Telemetry – Programming and Setting Parameters
- Telemetry Controller Programming
- 11B17 – Telemetry – Disassembly and Reassembly
- AGCOMMAND Aerial Access
- AM50 AGCOMMAND Unit Disassembly
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12. Cab and Equipment
- 12A10 – Standard Air Conditioning – General Information
- Standard Air-Conditioning Specifications
- Air-Conditioning Operating Principles
- 12A12 – Standard Air Conditioning – Electrical and Hydraulic Diagrams
- 12A13 – Standard Air Conditioning – Layout of Components
- Air-Conditioning Compressor Diagram
- 12A14 – Standard Air Conditioning – Tests and Diagnostics
- Air-Conditioning System Troubleshooting
- Air-Conditioning System Cleaning
- 12A16 – Standard Air Conditioning – Adjustments, Bleeding and Calibrations
- Air-Conditioning Safety and Maintenance
- Refrigerant Circuit Leak Testing
- Air-Conditioning System Refilling
- Refrigerant Pressure Checks
- 12A17 – Standard Air Conditioning – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Cab Roof Removal and Refitting
- Air-Conditioning Dryer Replacement
- Evaporator, Heater Radiator and Fan Servicing
- Air-Conditioning Drive Belt Replacement
- 12A18 – Standard Air Conditioning – Service Tools
- 12B10 – Self-Regulating Air Conditioning – General Information
- Self-Regulating Air-Conditioning Operation
- Fan Control and Compressor Activation
- Defrosting and Air Recirculation
- 12B13 – Self-Regulating Air Conditioning – Layout of Components
- 12B14 – Self-Regulating Air Conditioning – Tests and Diagnostics
- Self-Regulating Air-Conditioning Electrical Tests
- 12B16 – Self-Regulating Air Conditioning – Adjustments, Bleeding and Calibrations
- Self-Regulating Air-Conditioning Leak Testing
- Refrigerant Refilling and Pressure Checks
- 12B17 – Self-Regulating Air Conditioning – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Cab Roof and Evaporator Servicing
- Compressor Assembly and Disassembly
- 12B18 – Self-Regulating Air Conditioning – Service Tools
- 12C10 – Semi-Active Hydraulic Suspension – General Information
- Semi-Active Hydraulic Suspension Operating Principles
- 12C12 – Semi-Active Hydraulic Suspension – Electrical and Hydraulic Diagrams
- 12C13 – Semi-Active Hydraulic Suspension – Layout of Components
- Hydraulic Suspension Unit and Ram Diagrams
- 12C14 – Semi-Active Hydraulic Suspension – Tests and Diagnostics
- Suspension Accumulator Pressure and Volume
- Hydraulic Suspension Tests
- 12C16 – Semi-Active Hydraulic Suspension – Adjustments, Bleeding and Calibrations
- Suspended Cab Calibration
- 12C17 – Semi-Active Hydraulic Suspension – Disassembly and Reassembly
- Hydraulic Suspension Unit Removal and Refitting
- Suspension Ram Removal and Refitting
- 13. Accessories
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14. Service Tools
- 14A01 – General
- 14A03 – Engine
- AGCO Power Engine Service Tools
- SCR Technology Engine Service Tools
- 14A05 – Gearbox
- ML260 Dyna-VT Transmission Service Tools
- 14A06 – Rear Axle
- Final Drive Service Tools
- Differential Service Tools
- Tractor Braking Service Tools
- ParkLock Service Tools
- Hydraulic Trailer Braking Service Tools
- 14A07 – Power Take-Off
- HA260 PTO Service Tools
- 14A08 – Front Axle
- DANA 770 Front Axle Service Tools
- 14A09 – Hydraulics
- Hydraulic Testing Service Tools
- 14A10 – Electricity
- Belt Service Tools
- 14A11 – Electronics
- Wiring Harness Service Tools
- 14A12 – Cab
- Air-Conditioning Belt Service Tools
Dyna-VT Transmission and Workshop Repair Information
The Massey Ferguson 8727, 8730, 8732, 8735 and 8737 workshop documentation includes technical procedures for AGCO Power Tier 4 Final engines, SCR emissions equipment, ML260 Dyna-VT transmissions, HA260F rear axles, DANA 770 front axles and Load Sensing hydraulics. Component repair instructions, electrical and hydraulic diagrams, calibration procedures and diagnostic references support servicing and repairs on the applicable MF 8700 tractor configurations.
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