Before you hook the baler up this weekend, this Ford 250C, 260C operator manual PDF belongs on the seat beside you: 114 pages, OEM 42025020, covering both tractors front to back. Lubrication and maintenance takes up roughly a quarter of the book, with the service interval chart, dry air cleaner procedure, and the fluid checks a farm shop runs between seasons. Three point linkage setup, remote valve operation, independent PTO engagement, and loader bucket installation each get their own walkthrough, plus the universal symbols your instrument panel flashes at you. Set the upper link at 27 in. (686 mm) as a starting point, then pull the rear disc to hub nuts to 350 lbf.ft (475 Nm) after adjusting wheel track. A mis-set lift rod wastes a dry afternoon. The text layer searches, the bookmarks jump by section, and the file lives wherever the tractor does, cab or barn.
What's Inside This Ford 250C, 260C Operator Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Precautions | 12-14 | The Tractor, Operating the Unit |
| Roll Over Protective Structures | 15 | ROPS Mounting Bolts, Operator's Seat Mounting Bolts, Seat Belt Mounting Parts, ROPS Canopy |
| Universal Symbols | 16-18 | Engine Speed, Engine Coolant Temperature, Hydraulic System Filter Restriction, Engine Oil Pressure, Transmission Oil Pressure, Differential Lock |
| Controls, Instruments and Operation | 19-38 | Instrument Panel, Hand Controls and Switches, Key-Start/Stop Switch, Starting/Stopping the Engine, Foot Controls, Parking Brake, Transmission, Front Wheel Drive Option |
| Loader Controls and Operation | 39-46 | Loader Control Lever, Loader Bucket Level Indicator, Transmission Dump Switch, Loader Bucket Installation, Loader Operation |
| Hydraulic Lift and P.T.O. Controls and Operation | 47-62 | Hydraulic System, Operating Remote Cylinders with A.S.C. Valve, Remote Control Valves, Three Point Linkage, Independent Power Take-Off |
| Lubrication and Maintenance | 63-94 | Lubrication and Maintenance Chart, Diesel Fuel, Access Panels, Servicing the Dry Air Cleaner, General Maintenance |
| Specifications | 95-104 | Engine Specifications, Cooling System Specifications, Hydraulic System Specifications |
| Safety Decals | 105-108 | Instrument Console Decal, Engine Starter Motor Decal, Parking Brake Lever Decal, Battery Decal, Loader Post Decal |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| All Models | ||
| Rear disc to hub nuts torque | 350 lbf.ft (475 Nm) | p. 33 |
| Rear disc to rim nuts torque | 129 lbf.ft (176 Nm) | p. 34 |
| Left-hand lift rod length between centers of fixing points | 30 in. (762 mm) | p. 55 |
| Upper link initial setting | 27 in. (686 mm) | p. 55 |
| Fan and alternator belt deflection | 0.50-0.75 in. (13-19 mm) | p. 97 |
| Clutch Pedal Free Play | 1.1-1.6 in. (28-41 mm) | p. 96 |
| Cooling System Pressure Cap | 10 lbf.in² (0.7 bar) | p. 97 |
| Brake Disc Diameter | 8.0 in. (203 mm) | p. 99 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64.0 U.S. Qts. (60.5 Litres) | p. 100 |
| 250C | ||
| Engine Displacement (250C) | 192 in³ (3147 cm³) | p. 96 |
| 260C | ||
| Engine Displacement (260C) | 201 in³ (3294 cm³) | p. 96 |
Ford 250C, 260C Common Problems This Manual Covers
Ford 250C or 260C with the 8 x 8 power reversing transmission slips under heavy load, loses forward drive on grades
Check transmission oil level with the engine warm before suspecting the torque converter that links the engine to the 8 x 8 transmission (page 27). Measure clutch pedal free play; page 96 specifies 1.1 to 1.6 in. (28 to 41 mm), and a tight pedal will slip the drive. If both check out, have your dealer test the converter before planting season traffic starts.
Manual Section: Transmission Operation p. 27Engine runs hot and radiator bubbles when working under load in summer heat
Test the radiator pressure cap; it must hold 10 lbf.in² (0.7 bar) or coolant boils off early. Verify fan and alternator belt deflection is 0.50 to 0.75 in. (13 to 19 mm) per page 97. Clean chaff and dust from the radiator core, and flush rust or sludge before hot weather work.
Manual Section: Specifications p. 97Three-point hitch lifts slowly or not at all on frosty mornings until oil warms
Check rear axle oil level before anything else; low oil starves the pump when cold weather thickens it. Run the engine at half throttle for several minutes to warm the hydraulics before lifting. If the hitch still lags, verify the left lift rod measures 30 in. (762 mm) between fixing point centers per page 55.
Manual Section: Three-Point Linkage p. 55Loader bucket lifts weak and jerky, curls fine but stalls halfway up with a full load
Check hydraulic oil level with the loader lowered and the bucket flat on the ground. Inspect loader hoses and cylinder rod seals for weeping; a scored rod bleeds pressure under load. Review bucket filling technique on page 43, and keep ballast plus load under the 9,600 lb (4,355 kg) total permissible tractor weight.
Manual Section: Loader Operation p. 43Engine cranks slowly and refuses to fire on cold mornings before field work
Verify battery terminals are clean and tight, then follow the cold weather starting procedure on page 23. Check that crankcase oil is the correct winter viscosity grade; capacity is 7.0 U.S. quarts (6.6 litres) including the filter, per page 100. Use booster cables per the starting instructions if the battery is down.
Manual Section: Engine Starting p. 23Frequently Asked Questions
What are the torque specifications for the rear wheel disc to hub nuts on the Ford 250C and 260C?
The torque specification for the rear disc to hub nuts is 350 lbf.ft (475 Nm). This should be checked after driving the tractor for 200 yards, after 1 hour and 8 hours of operation, and thereafter at the 50-hour service intervals. p. 34
What is the engine valve tappet clearance for the Ford 250C and 260C?
The intake valve clearance is 0.014-0.016 in. (0.36-0.41 mm) and the exhaust valve clearance is 0.017-0.019 in. (0.43-0.48 mm). These clearances should be checked and adjusted with the engine cold. p. 79
What is the engine oil capacity for the Ford 250C and 260C including the filter?
The engine crankcase capacity including the filter is 7.0 U.S. quarts (5.8 Imp. quarts, 6.6 Litres). p. 100
What is the procedure for bleeding the fuel system on the Ford 250C and 260C?
To bleed the fuel system, loosen the bleed screw on top of the fuel filter/sediment separator until fuel free of air bubbles flows, then tighten it. Next, loosen the bleed screw on the injection pump and crank the engine until fuel free of air bubbles flows, then tighten the screw. p. 83
What is the recommended service interval for changing the engine oil and filter on the Ford 250C and 260C?
The engine oil and filter should be changed every 300 hours of operation. However, this interval may be reduced if the diesel fuel used has a high sulphur content. p. 64
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