Kubota RTV1140 CPX Operator'S Manual Download

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OPERATING THE ENGINE

This vehicle has a 12 volt negative (-) ground starting
system.

Use only same voltage for jump starting.

Use of a higher voltage source could result in severe
damage to vehicle's electrical system.
Use only matching voltage source when "Jump
starting" a low or dead battery.

(1) Dead battery
(2) Lay a damp rag over the vent caps
(3) Jumper cables
(4) Helper battery

Summary of Contents for RTV1140 CPX

Page 1: ...READ AND SAVE THIS MANUAL OPERATOR S MANUAL UTILITY VEHICLE 1AYAACAAP0010 R T V 1 1 4 0 C P X Code No K7611 7121 5 PRINTED IN U S A KUBOTA Corporation 2009...

Page 2: ...ansportation Thousands of people depend on KUBOTA s know how technology experience and customer service You too can depend on KUBOTA California Proposition 65 WARNING Engine exhaust some of its consti...

Page 3: ...ter Elapsed Operating Hours Engine Coolant Temperature Parking Brake Brake Fluid Parking Brake Battery Charging Condition Engine Oil Pressure Turn Signal Hazard Engine Stop Engine Run Starter Control...

Page 4: ...this manual carefully It will help you become familiar with the operation of the vehicle and contains many helpful hints about vehicle maintenance This manual contains instructions for minor maintenan...

Page 5: ...ge 13 JUMP STARTING 13 OPERATING THE VEHICLE 15 OPERATING NEW VEHICLE 15 Do not Operate the Vehicle at Full Speed for the First 50 Hours 15 Changing Lubricating Oil for New Vehicles 15 STARTING 15 Sea...

Page 6: ...G SEATING AND CARGO BED 30 Cargo Bed Tailgate 32 Raising and Lowering the Cargo Bed 33 TIRES AND WHEELS 34 TIRES 34 Inflation Pressure 34 Tire Type and Use 34 WHEELS 35 TOWING AND TRANSPORTING 36 TOWI...

Page 7: ...Torque 56 Cleaning Air Cleaner Primary Element 56 Adjusting Alternator Belt Tension 57 Checking Fuel Line and Fuel Filter 57 Checking Battery Condition 58 Adjusting Toe in 59 Cleaning Muffler 60 EVERY...

Page 8: ...Fuel Hose 73 Replacing Engine Breather Hose 73 Replacing Brake Master Cylinder Inner Parts 73 Replacing Front Brake Seal 73 Replacing Rear Brake Cylinder Seal 73 Replacing Intake Air Line 73 Replacin...

Page 9: ...OPS Do not allow any bystanders around or near the vehicle during operation 7 Never allow anyone without a valid driver s license to operate this vehicle 8 Before allowing other people to use your veh...

Page 10: ...holes embankments or other ground surface features which may collapse under the vehicle s weight The risk of vehicle upset is even higher when the ground is loose or wet 7 Watch where you are going at...

Page 11: ...Choose a course within the waterway where both banks have a gradual incline Cross at a point known to be safe C Driving the vehicle at high speeds 1 Check the front wheel engagement The braking chara...

Page 12: ...efillable type battery if the fluid level is below the LOWER lower limit level mark Check the fluid level regularly and add distilled water as required so that the fluid level is between the UPPER and...

Page 13: ...Fluid escaping from pinholes may be invisible Do not use hands to search for suspected leaks use a piece of cardboard or wood Use of safety goggles or other eye protection is also highly recommended I...

Page 14: ...SAFE OPERATION 6 7 DANGER WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS...

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Page 21: ...r warning and caution labels with new labels from your local KUBOTA Dealer 4 If a component with danger warning and caution label s affixed is replaced with new part make sure new label s is are attac...

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Page 23: ...be sure to see your KUBOTA Dealer For service contact the KUBOTA Dealership from which you purchased your vehicle or your local KUBOTA Dealer When in need of parts be prepared to give your dealer both...

Page 24: ...Lo range forward neutral reverse Brakes Front Rear Wet disk brake Parking brake Rear wheel hand lever Steering Hydrostatic power Suspension Front Independent macpherson strut type Rear Semi independe...

Page 25: ...53 18 7 0 33 11 7 Bed height unloaded mm in 850 33 5 Cargo bed capacity 1 row 2 row kg lbs 500 1102 300 661 Sound level operator ear db A 85 Tires Front 25x10 12 HDWS 6PLY 25x10 12 ATV 6PLY 25x12 12...

Page 26: ...ng from use with improper implements are not covered by the warranty A Above mentioned specifications are based on level ground condition Max Cargo loading weight W1 Rear trailer hitch Front trailer h...

Page 27: ...S LOCATION OF PARTS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS 1 Work light if equipped 18 2 ROPS 3 Hazard Turn signal light if equipped 16 16 4 Front hood 44 5 Headlights 16 6 Winch mount plate 37 7 Front trailer hitch br...

Page 28: ...er 11 Speedometer 22 3 Head light switch 16 12 Hourmeter 22 4 Horn button 17 13 Coolant temperature gauge 22 5 Key switch 14 Hazard Turn signal indicator if equipped 16 16 6 Hazard light switch if equ...

Page 29: ...MENT PANEL AND CONTROLS ILLUSTRATED CONTENTS 1 Seat belts 15 2 Seat Front 44 3 Seat Rear 4 Differential lock pedal 24 5 Differential lock holder 24 6 Parking brake lever 23 7 Hydraulic lift cylinder l...

Page 30: ...go bed 29 7 Fuel tank cap 46 2 Tailgate 32 8 Hydraulic outlet for lift cylinder 33 3 Tail lamp Combination lamp if equipped 16 9 Backup beeper if equipped 52 4 Muffler 60 10 Rear trailer hitch if equi...

Page 31: ...alk around inspection Check engine oil level Check transmission fluid level Check hydraulic tank oil level Check brake fluid level Check coolant level Clean radiator screen When used in a dusty place...

Page 32: ...m operator s seat A Make it a rule to set range gear shift lever to the NEUTRAL position and to place the hydraulic lift cylinder lever to the NEUTRAL position before starting the engine A Do not use...

Page 33: ...e hydraulic lift cylinder lever to the NEUTRAL position with a restricting plate by tightening knob bolt 1 Hydraulic lift cylinder lever 2 Restricting plate 3 Knob bolt A LOCK 4 Push the speed control...

Page 34: ...engine will not start except when the range gear shift lever is placed in the NEUTRAL position BCold Weather Starting When the ambient temperature is below 0 32 and the engine is very cold If the eng...

Page 35: ...igarettes sparks and flames away from battery A If vehicle battery is frozen do not jump start engine A Do not connect other end of negative jumper cable to negative terminal of vehicle battery When j...

Page 36: ...e only same voltage for jump starting A Use of a higher voltage source could result in severe damage to vehicle s electrical system Use only matching voltage source when Jump starting a low or dead ba...

Page 37: ...sary A On rough roads slow down to suitable speeds Do not operate the vehicle at fast speed The above precautions are not limited only to new vehicles but to all vehicles But it should be especially o...

Page 38: ...either the ON or OFF position Be careful that leaving the switch ON causes the battery to run out BTurn Signal Light Switch if equipped To indicate a right turn turn the turn signal light switch clock...

Page 39: ...horn switch is operative when the key switch is in either the ON or OFF position The horn will sound when the horn button is pressed 1 Head light 2 Hazard Turn signal light if equipped 3 Tail lamp Co...

Page 40: ...the key switch to the OFF position BBrake Pedal To avoid personal injury A If the operator suddenly brakes an accident may occur due to loss of control or the shifting forward of heavy loads A When d...

Page 41: ...with erratic shifting operation A Improper range gear shift lever position will cause the vehicle to momentarily coast on slopes B4WD Lever To avoid personal injury A Do not engage the front wheel dr...

Page 42: ...goes off BSpeed Control Pedal Use the speed control pedal when traveling Push down on it for higher speed STOPPING BStopping 1 Release the speed control pedal 2 Step on the brake pedal 3 After the ve...

Page 43: ...s not charging the battery the Easy Checker TM will come on If this should happen during operation check the electrical charging system or consult your local KUBOTA Dealer Alarm against low brake flui...

Page 44: ...h ON the temperature gauge indicates the temperature of the coolant White Zone for cold and Red zone for hot 2 If the indicator reaches the Red zone engine coolant is overheated Check the vehicle by r...

Page 45: ...Checker TM goes off A If the vehicle is operated with the parking brake applied the parking brake will be damaged ACCESSORY B12V Electric Outlet The 12 volt receptacle is located on the front panel A...

Page 46: ...rential lock holder C Handling the retaining device for differential lock 1 Pull the differential lock holder while the differential lock pedal is depressed 2 The differential lock is then maintained...

Page 47: ...hen driving at high speeds BUnfamiliar Terrain To avoid personal injury A Be sure to check for hidden obstacles or hazards before driving in a new area A Keep your speed down until you know the area w...

Page 48: ...range gear shift lever into low range and use 4WD on steep slopes or when stuck in the mud with differential locked if necessary BTurning the Vehicle To avoid personal injury A Reduce vehicle speed be...

Page 49: ...escending a hill BTraversing Hillsides To avoid personal injury A Reduce vehicles speed to prevent tipping or loss of control A Do not traverse hillsides that are slippery or covered with rocks or obs...

Page 50: ...cross shallow water and choose a location to enter and exit the water where the banks are not too steep or slippery A Check before entering for rocks holes or other obstacles that may cause overturn b...

Page 51: ...iving A Be careful not to put any part of your body such as hands or arms between the bed and vehicle A Drive slowly when it is loaded BMax Cargo Load A Cargo Bed Capacity CBC is 500 kg 1100 lbs for 1...

Page 52: ...and slide the screen forward 2 Hook the upper and lower latches on both sides securely 3 Unhook the seat latches and flip up the rear seat forward A To avoid damage to the rear seat make sure that th...

Page 53: ...el and front cargo bed and hold on the notches securely To avoid personal injury A Be sure to hold the front panel and front cargo bed when pulling out pins by grabbing handle by hand 7 Fold down fron...

Page 54: ...ing or fingers or hands may be pinched For loading and unloading the tailgate of the cargo bed can be opened The tailgate is held level to the cargo bed floor with wire loops Do not move the vehicle w...

Page 55: ...Pull up the hydraulic lift cylinder lever to raise the cargo bed 4 Return the hydraulic lift cylinder lever to the NEUTRAL position immediately after raising the cargo bed C To lower the cargo bed 1 S...

Page 56: ...ot use tires other than those approved by KUBOTA BInflation Pressure Though the tire pressure is factory set to the prescribed level it naturally drops slowly in the course of time Thus check it every...

Page 57: ...ing a wheel A Never operate vehicle with loose wheel bolts A When re fitting a wheel tighten the bolts to the following torques then recheck after driving the vehicle 200 m 200 yards and thereafter ac...

Page 58: ...other equipment use a safety chain BFront Trailer Hitch if equipped To avoid personal injury A Do not tow this vehicle unless all the functions of the vehicle are properly working since the malfunctio...

Page 59: ...e Vehicle Safely Pay attention to the points below when transporting the vehicle 1 Use a suitable truck or trailer 2 Apply the parking brake and place chocks against the front and rear tires 3 Secure...

Page 60: ...by reading the indicator annually A The items listed below marked are registered as emission related critical parts by KUBOTA in the U S EPA non road emission regulation As the engine owner you are r...

Page 61: ...very 200 hrs 65 22 Hydraulic tank oil Change every 200 hrs 63 23 Hydraulic oil line Check every 200 hrs 24 Power steering oil line Check every 200 hrs 67 25 Hydraulic tank oil filter Replace every 400...

Page 62: ...rake fluid Change every 2 years 71 4 38 Remote hydraulic hose Replace every 2 years 73 4 39 Rear brake cylinder seal Replace every 2 years 73 4 40 Front brake seal Replace every 2 years 73 4 41 Coolin...

Page 63: ...AE10W SAE10W 30 4 Transmission case 11 L 2 9 U S gals KUBOTA UDT or SUPER UDT fluid 5 Front axle case 0 6 L 0 6 U S qts KUBOTA UDT or SUPER UDT fluid 6 Knuckle case Ref 0 15 L 0 16 U S qts KUBOTA UDT...

Page 64: ...ot mix different brands together C Brake fluid Always use KUBOTA DOT3 GENUINE BRAKE FLUID from a sealed container If it is not available you should use only DOT3 fluid as a temporary replacement from...

Page 65: ...mission fluid is used in this system We recommend the use of KUBOTA UDT or SUPER UDT fluid for optimum protection and performance Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for further detail Do not mix differe...

Page 66: ...OD AND TILT THE SEAT To avoid personal injury from contact with moving parts A Never open the operator s seat while the engine is running A Support hood with other hand while unlocking support link BH...

Page 67: ...osition 5 Stop the engine 6 Mount the safety support C To lower the cargo bed 1 Start the engine and then lift the bed slightly by operating the lever 2 Remove the safety support and store it in the g...

Page 68: ...he engine To avoid personal injury A Be sure to check and service the vehicle on a flat surface with the engine shut off and the parking brake ON BWalk Around Inspection Look around and under the vehi...

Page 69: ...cle on a flat surface raise the cargo bed and mount the safety support See HOW TO RAISE THE CARGO BED in PERIODIC SERVICE section 2 Check engine oil before starting the engine or 5 minutes or more aft...

Page 70: ...ion A If oil level is low do not run engine BChecking Transmission Fluid Level 1 Park the vehicle on a flat surface raise the cargo bed mount the safety support and shut off engine 2 To check the oil...

Page 71: ...kage add anti freeze and water in the specified mixing ratio up to the full level See Flush Cooling System and Changing Coolant in EVERY 2 YEARS in PERIODIC SERVICE section A If the radiator cap has t...

Page 72: ...when filling the reservoir If brake fluid is spilled on power steering hose wash off with water immediately Brake fluid quickly ruins synthetic resin or rubber hoses 1 Park the vehicle on a level grou...

Page 73: ...nel for broken gauge s meter s and Easy Checker TM lamps 2 Replace if broken BChecking Head Light Turn Signal Light etc 1 Inspect the lights for broken bulbs and lenses 2 Replace if broken BChecking S...

Page 74: ...ke and stop the engine 3 Shift the range gear shift lever to the NEUTRAL position 4 Turn the key to ON position 5 Shift the range gear shift lever to the REVERSE position 6 If the backup beeper does n...

Page 75: ...extremely wet and muddy conditions lubricate grease fittings more often 1 Parking brake pivot spray type grease 1 Battery terminals 1 Cargo lift cylinder pivot spray type grease 2 Cargo bed pivot spra...

Page 76: ...PERIODIC SERVICE 54 BOiling 1 Rear drive shaft Grease fitting 1 Rear drive shaft Grease fitting 1 VHT pressure release pivot Grease fitting 1 Accelerator wire 2 Fuel pump...

Page 77: ...2 Set the parking brake 3 Shift the range gear shift lever to the NEUTRAL position 4 Lock the hydraulic lift cylinder lever to the NEUTRAL position with restricting plate 5 Start the engine 6 Make su...

Page 78: ...ry it naturally After element is fully dried inspect inside of the element with a light and check if it is damaged or not 3 Replace the primary element Once yearly or after every sixth cleaning whiche...

Page 79: ...The fuel lines are subject to wear and aging Fuel may leak out onto the running engine causing a fire The fuel line connections should be checked annually or every 100 service hours whichever comes f...

Page 80: ...y completely with water immediately and get medical attention A Wear eye protection and rubber gloves when working around the battery C Battery Charging To avoid personal injury A When the battery is...

Page 81: ...ctrolyte to the proper level refillable type only and store in a dry place out of direct sunlight 2 The battery self discharges while it is stored Recharge it once every three months in hot seasons an...

Page 82: ...on Engines for the RTV1140 CPX Maintenance cleanout procedure The screen type spark arrester should be removed cleaned and inspected after every 100 hours of use 1 The spark arrester is located inside...

Page 83: ...en the engine is still warm 3 After draining reinstall the drain plug 4 Fill with the new oil up to the upper notch on the dipstick See LUBRICANTS FUEL AND COOLANT in MAINTENANCE section BAdjusting Pa...

Page 84: ...a KUBOTA genuine filter BReplacing Transmission Oil Filter HST To avoid personal injury A Be sure to stop the engine before changing the oil filter A Allow engine to cool down sufficiently oil can be...

Page 85: ...past the seal on the filters 9 Install the rear guard and the hose guard A To prevent serious damage to the transmission use only a KUBOTA genuine filter BChanging Hydraulic Tank Oil To avoid persona...

Page 86: ...e 3 If brake pedal free travel is outside of the specifications contact your local KUBOTA Dealer for adjusting the brake C Checking the brake pedal stroke 1 Release the parking brake 2 Step on the ped...

Page 87: ...hose and pipe joints for oil leaks 3 If there is any abnormality consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service BChecking Front Brake Case 1 Remove the drain plug 2 Check the brake case for brake...

Page 88: ...e swollen hardened or cracked Replace hoses and hose clamps every 2 years or earlier if checked and found that hoses are swollen hardened or cracked C Precaution at Overheating Take the following acti...

Page 89: ...aged 2 If hoses and clamps are found worn or damaged replace or repair them at once BChecking Intake Air Line 1 Check to see if the hoses and hose clamps are tight and not damaged 2 If hoses and clamp...

Page 90: ...e vehicle on a firm flat and level surface 2 Remove the tire 3 To drain the used oil remove the drain and filling plugs at the LH knuckle case and drain the oil completely into the oil pan 4 After dra...

Page 91: ...y into the oil pan 3 After draining reinstall the drain plug 4 Fill with the new KUBOTA SUPER UDT fluid up to the upper notch on the dipstick See LUBRICANTS FUEL AND COOLANT in MAINTENANCE section 5 A...

Page 92: ...the prescribed level 7 Make sure that the hydraulic tank oil doesn t leak past the seal on the filter A Receive the spilt oil with rags or trays Be careful not to spill oil If you should spill oil wi...

Page 93: ...ging Coolant To avoid personal injury A Do not remove the radiator cap while coolant is hot When cool slowly rotate cap to the first stop and allow sufficient time for excess pressure to escape before...

Page 94: ...for this engine 2 Before employing LLC mixed cooling water fill the radiator with fresh water and empty it again Repeat this procedure 2 or 3 times to clean up the inside 3 Mixing the LLC Put the LLC...

Page 95: ...sult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service BReplacing Rear Brake Cylinder Seal Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for this service BReplacing Intake Air Line Consult your local KUBOTA Dealer for thi...

Page 96: ...electrical problems C Replacement procedure 1 Disconnect the negative cable of the battery 2 Remove the fuse box cover 3 Pull out the blown fuse using FUSE PULLER in the fuse box 4 Insert a new fuse i...

Page 97: ...1 Head lights Take the bulb out of the light body and replace it with a new one 2 Other lights Detach the lens and replace the bulb BChecking Hydraulic Tank Suction Strainer 1 Make sure that the hydr...

Page 98: ...SERVICE section 8 Keep the vehicle in a dry place where the vehicle is sheltered from the elements Cover the vehicle 9 Store the vehicle indoors in a dry area that is protected from sunlight and exces...

Page 99: ...oors Install it on the vehicle only when the vehicle is going to be used Insufficient engine power A Insufficient or dirty fuel A The air cleaner is clogged A Check the fuel system A Clean or replace...

Page 100: ...fficiently A Battery must be serviced properly before initial use When viewed from top the top of plates look whitish Refillable type battery only A Battery was used with an insufficient amount of ele...

Page 101: ...oil A Filter is clogged A Replace the filter Machine does not move while engine is running A Parking brake is on A Release the parking brake A Transmission fluid level is insufficient A Replenish oil...

Page 102: ...A Front Mud Guard A Front Trailer Hitch Pin 2 A Front Work Light for plastic canopy or no canopy two lights A Glove Box A Headrest A Plastic Canopy A Rear Trailer Hitch Pin 2 A Rear Work Light for pl...

Page 103: ...ont Trailer Hitch 36 Fuel Filter 71 Fuel Gauge 21 Fuel Hose 73 Fuel Injection Nozzle Injection Pressure 71 Fuel Line and Fuel Filter 57 Fuel System 73 Fuse 74 Gauges Meter and Easy Checker TM 51 Gener...

Page 104: ...ission Oil Filter HST 62 Transmission Oil Filter SUCTION 63 Transport the Vehicle Safely 37 Traversing Hillsides 27 Turn Signal Light Switch 16 Turning the Vehicle 26 Unfamiliar Terrain 25 Utility Box...

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