This is the Ford illustrated parts manual for the 1500 compact tractor, a two-cylinder diesel built from 1979 to 1982. Its 230 pages are an exploded-diagram parts catalog, listing Ford part numbers alongside the drawings so you can identify and order the exact component you need. Many groups also cover the related 1300, 1700 and 1900 models.The manual is organized by system: engine, fuel system, transmission and clutch, cooling, rear axle, electrical, front axle and steering (including power steering and 4WD), and hydraulic lift. Further sections cover sheet metal, wheels and weights, the instrument panel, decals, seats and accessories, plus an abbreviations glossary and a metric to inch conversion table.Use it to look up part numbers for repairs, verify what fits your 1500, and order replacement parts with confidence.
What's Inside This Ford 1500 Parts Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2-28 | (06A02) - Cylinder Block & Short Engine, 1300 & 1500, (06B02) - Cylinder Head & Related Parts, (06C02) - Crankshaft & Related Parts, (06D01) - Camshaft & Related Parts, (06E01) - Pistons & Rings, (06F02) - Timing Gear Case & Related Parts, (06G02) - Oil Pump & Related Parts, (06H01) - Oil Filter & Related Parts, (06J02) - Muffler & Related Parts, (06K02) - Gasket Kit |
| Fuel System | 29-49 | (09A03) - Fuel Tank & Fuel Filter, 1500 & 1700, (09B02) - Air Cleaner, 1500, 1700 & 1900, (09C03) - Throttle Control, (09D02) - Injection Pump & Lines |
| Transmission | 50-79 | (07A02) - Rear Transmission Case, 1300 & 1500, (07B02) - Transmission Gears, Front, (07C03) - Rear Transmission Gears |
| Cooling System | 80-85 | (08A03) - Radiator, 1500, 1700 & 1900, (08B02) - Water Pump & Related Parts |
| Rear Axle | 86-90 | (04A02) - Brake & Wheel Shaft Case, 1300 & 1500, (04B02) - Differential & Differential Lock Linkage |
| Electrical Systems | 91-102 | (11A03) - Electrical System, 1500, (11B02) - Battery, 1300, 1500 & 1700, (11C02) - Alternator & Related Parts, 1700 & 1900 |
| Front Axle & Steering | 103-129 | (03A02) - Axle, Front, 2WD, 1300 & 1500, (03C03) - Front Axle & Related Parts, 4WD, 1500, 1700 |
| Hydraulic Systems | 130-155 | (05A02) - Lift Cover & Arms, 1300 & 1500, (05B02) - Hydraulic Control Valve & Related Parts, (05B05) - Control Valve, (05C02) - Hydraulic Control Valve |
| Sheet Metal | 156-167 | (14A02) - Fenders, 1300, 1500, 1700 & 1900, (14B02) - Hood, Grille & Related Parts |
| Wheels & Weights | 168-176 | Wheel Assembly, Rim, Bolt, Lock Washer, Weight, Spacer |
| Instrument Panel | 177-180 | Tachometer, Warning Light, Ignition Switch, Fuse Box, Light Switch, Flasher Switch |
| Decals | 181-191 | Safety Warnings, Operating Instructions, Maintenance Information, Control Labels, Model Identification |
| Seats | 192-195 | (13A02) - Seat, 1300 & 1500, (13A04) - Seat Belt, Nh-Na |
| Miscellaneous | 196-213 | (17A01) - Safety Enblem Parts, Nh-Na, (17A02) - Soft Side Cabs (Accessory) (Nhna), (17A03) - Canopy, 1300, 1500, 1700, 1900 |
| General Infomation - Abbreviations | 214-227 | Alphabetical Listing, English Terms, French Terms, Spanish Terms, Technical Definitions |
| General Infomation - Metric to Inches | - | Screw Diameter Conversion, Screw Length Conversion, Inch Equivalents, Millimeter Equivalents |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| Slotted Pin Dimension | M6 x 32mm | p. 62 |
| Engine Oil Type (Year-round) | SAE 10W30, 10W40 | p. 185 |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 100 hours | p. 185 |
| Fuel Injection Pump Lubrication Interval | 200 hours | p. 185 |
| Air Cleaner Service Interval | 50 hours | p. 185 |
| Cylinder Block Bearing Oversize (Option 1) | 0.25mm or 0.010" | p. 3 |
| Exhaust Valve Length | 117.2 mm or 4.61" | p. 6 |
| Piston Ring Kit Oversize (Option 1) | 0.50mm or 0.020" | p. 14 |
| Alternator Output (Option 1) | 20 Amp | p. 97 |
| Battery Capacity | 72 Amp | p. 95 |
| Electrical System Fuse (Option 1) | 15 Amp | p. 92 |
Ford 1500 Common Problems This Manual Covers
3-point hitch weak or drifts down
A slow, weak or dropping three-point lift is the most common complaint on these compact tractors. The hydraulic systems section has the exploded views and part numbers for the lift cover, arms and control valve.
Manual Section: Hydraulic Systems p. 130PTO hard to engage or grinds
A PTO that grinds or resists engaging usually needs clutch or linkage parts. The transmission section illustrates the PTO shift assembly for both 2WD and 4WD with the correct part numbers.
Manual Section: Transmission p. 50Front axle or steering seepage
Weeping around the front hubs and knuckles, common on 4WD units, points to worn seals and boots. The front axle and steering section lists the axle, differential and steering parts to rebuild them.
Manual Section: Front Axle & Steering p. 103Charging or lighting faults
For a weak charge, dead lights or a blown fuse, the electrical systems section catalogs the battery, alternator, starting motor and lighting parts with their diagrams.
Manual Section: Electrical Systems p. 91Overheating or coolant leaks
Overheating and coolant weeps trace to the radiator, water pump and hoses. The cooling system section provides the exploded parts views for the radiator and water pump assemblies.
Manual Section: Cooling System p. 80Brake wear
Worn brakes are a frequent service item on these tractors. The rear axle section covers the brake and wheel shaft case parts along with the differential and differential lock linkage.
Manual Section: Rear Axle p. 86Frequently Asked Questions
What does this manual cover?
It is the parts manual for the Ford 1500 compact tractor, a two-cylinder diesel built from 1979 to 1982. Many groups also list parts shared with the 1300, 1700 and 1900 models.
Is this a parts catalog or a repair manual?
It is an illustrated parts catalog. It gives exploded diagrams and Ford part numbers for ordering components, not step-by-step repair or torque procedures.
Does it include wiring and electrical parts?
Yes. The electrical systems section covers the electrical system, battery, alternator, starting motor and lighting parts with diagrams, starting on page 91. p. 91
Where are the hydraulic lift parts?
The hydraulic systems section illustrates the lift cover and arms, hydraulic control valve and related parts with part numbers, starting on page 130. p. 130
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