Part of the Case Repair Manuals.
This is the complete Case factory service manual for the 480F and 480F LL Construction King backhoe loaders (OEM 8-98902), covering both two-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive machines. It is organized into Case's functional groups: General, Engines, Fuel System, Electrical, Steering, Power Train, Brakes, Hydraulics, and Mounted Equipment. Each group carries specifications, torque data, troubleshooting, and step-by-step removal, disassembly, inspection, assembly, and installation procedures, including the power shuttle transmission, the four-wheel-drive front axle and transfer case, and the loader and backhoe hydraulics.
What's Inside This Case 480F, 480F LL Repair Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| General | General Service Information, Specifications, Standard Torques, Maintenance and Lubrication, And Special Tools for the 480F and 480F Ll Construction King | |
| Engines | Engine Removal and Installation, Cylinder Head and Block, Lubrication and Cooling Systems, And Engine Specifications | |
| Fuel System | Fuel Tank and Lines, Injection Pump, Injectors, Fuel Filters, Air Cleaner, And Fuel System Troubleshooting | |
| Electrical | Electrical System, Wiring Diagrams, Batteries, Charging, Starting, Instruments, And Lights | |
| Steering | Hydrostatic Steering, Steering Pump and Valves, Steering Cylinder, And Front Axle Steering Including the Four-Wheel-Drive Axle | |
| Power Train | Power Shuttle Transmission, Torque Converter, Transaxle, Differential, Four-Wheel-Drive Transfer Case and Front Drive Axle, And Final Drives | |
| Brakes | Service Brakes, Master Cylinders, Parking Brake, And Brake Troubleshooting and Adjustment | |
| Hydraulics | Hydraulic Pump, Loader and Backhoe Control Valves, Cylinders, Three-Point Functions, And Hydraulic Troubleshooting and Pressure Checks | |
| Mounted Equipment | Loader, Backhoe, Stabilizers, Buckets and Attachments, And the Operator's Cab and ROPS |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| 480F, 480F LL | ||
| Engine Oil Capacity (with filter) | 11.6 U.S. qt (11 L), Case IH No. 1 multi-viscosity, API CC/CD-CE | |
| Cooling System Capacity | 18 U.S. qt (17 L), 50/50 ethylene glycol and water | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26.5 U.S. gal (~100 L), No. 2 diesel | |
| Hydraulic Reservoir (with filter) | 10.8 U.S. gal (41 L), Case TCH Fluid | |
| Power Shuttle Transmission | 8 U.S. qt (7.6 L), Case TCH Fluid | |
| Transaxle Capacity | 19 U.S. qt (18 L), Case Transaxle Fluid (MS 1317) | |
| 480F, 480F LL 4WD | ||
| Front Axle (4WD) Center Bowl | 7 qt (6.6 L); planetary 1.5 qt (1.4 L) each; Case IH 135-H EP gear lube | |
| Transfer Case (4WD) | 1 U.S. pint (0.5 L), Case IH 135-H EP gear lube | |
Case 480F, 480F LL Common Problems This Manual Covers
Weak, slow, or pressure-losing loader/backhoe hydraulics
Follow the Hydraulics group. Verify the reservoir is filled with Case TCH Fluid (10.8 gal with filter change) and measure pump output and control-valve pressures against spec. A single pump or relief fault affects several functions, so confirm pressure before replacing a valve or cylinder.
Manual Section: HydraulicsPower shuttle transmission slips, will not shift, or no travel
Use the Power Train group. Confirm the power shuttle oil level and Case TCH Fluid, then check the shuttle controls and converter pressures against spec. A no-move or slip usually traces to oil level, control, or pressure rather than wear, so measure before opening the transmission.
Manual Section: Power TrainEngine hard to start or low on power
Use the Fuel System and Electrical groups. Check the air cleaner (warning lamp at 22-28 in water), fuel filters, injection, and No. 2 diesel supply, then the batteries, charging, and starting circuit. A hard-start is usually air or fuel restriction or a starting fault, checked before engine work.
Manual Section: Fuel SystemFrequently Asked Questions
What are the fluid capacities and types for the Case 480F / 480F LL backhoe?
From the General specifications: engine oil 11.6 qt (11 L) with Case IH No. 1 multi-viscosity; cooling system 18 qt (17 L) with a 50/50 coolant mix; hydraulic reservoir 10.8 gal (41 L) of Case TCH Fluid; power shuttle transmission 8 qt with Case TCH Fluid; and transaxle 19 qt (18 L) of Case Transaxle Fluid (MS 1317). Four-wheel-drive units add the front axle and transfer case, filled with Case IH 135-H EP gear lube.
My 480F loader or backhoe is weak, slow, or the hydraulics lose pressure. Where do I start?
Go to the Hydraulics group. Check the pump output and the loader and backhoe control-valve pressures against spec, and confirm the reservoir is filled with Case TCH Fluid to 10.8 gal. Weak or slow hydraulics is usually a pump, relief, or valve pressure fault, so measure the pressures before replacing a valve or cylinder.
The power shuttle transmission slips, will not shift, or the machine will not move. What should I check?
Work the Power Train group. Confirm the power shuttle transmission oil level and Case TCH Fluid type first, then check the shuttle controls and the pressure checks against spec. A no-move or slipping condition usually traces to oil level, the shuttle control, or converter pressure rather than internal wear, so measure before opening the transmission.
The engine is hard to start or runs poorly. Where do I look?
Use the Fuel System and Electrical groups. Check the air cleaner (the warning lamp trips at 22-28 in of water), the fuel filters and injection, and the No. 2 diesel supply, then verify the batteries, charging, and starting circuit. A hard-start on this diesel is usually air or fuel restriction or a starting-circuit fault, isolated before engine teardown.
Does this manual cover both two-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive 480F and 480F LL machines?
Yes. It is the Case Construction King service manual for the 480F and 480F LL backhoe loaders, covering both the two-wheel-drive and four-wheel-drive versions, with the front drive axle, transfer case, engine, power shuttle transmission, steering, brakes, hydraulics, and the loader and backhoe mounted equipment.
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