This is JCB Service Manual publication 9803/3280 Issue 9. It covers 3CX, 4CX, 214e, 214, 215 and 217 backhoe loaders and variants from machine no. 930000 onwards (903000 onwards in the USA).
It gives relief valve settings, wheel nut torque, capacities and engine data for the 1000 Series and 1100 Series builds. It also has electrical and hydraulic circuit schematics, harness layouts, Synchro Shuttle and Powershift overhaul, SD55, SD80 and PD70 axles, brakes, 2WS and 4WS steering, and servo controls.
What's Inside This JCB 3CX, 4CX, 214e and Variants Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 1-3 | Publication Data, Machine Nomenclature, Colour Coding, Contents |
| General Information | 4-32 | Machine Identification Plate, VIN, Torque Settings, Service Tools Numerical List, Service Tools, Sealants and Compounds |
| Care and Safety | 33-39 | Warnings and Cautions, Safe Working Practices |
| Routine Maintenance | 40-105 | Tyres and Wheels, Service Schedules, Greasing, Engine Air Filter, Engine Oil, Cooling System, Fuel System, Gearbox Oil, Axles, Brakes, Hydraulics, Electrics and Battery, Capacities and Lubricants |
| Section a: Attachments | 106-134 | Hi-Flow Rockbreaker, Hydraclamp, 3-Point Hitch |
| Section B: Body and Framework | 135-203 | Technical Data, Air Conditioning, Glazing, ROPS, Panels, Stabiliser and Dipper Wear Pads, Sideshift, Loader Arms, Stabiliser Legs, Kingpost, Boom and Dipper, Hydraulic Tank |
| Section C: Electrics, Data and Schematics | 204-233 | Service Tools, Electrical Data, Fuses, Circuit Schematics for the Basic Machine and 214e |
| Section C: Electrics, Testing and Harnesses | 234-402 | Electrical Testing, Battery, Alternator, Starter Motor, Wiring Repair, Earth Points, Harness Interconnection, Console, Cab Roof, Steer, Transmission, Engine and Mainframe Harnesses |
| Section D: Controls | 403-428 | Steering Column, Shovel Reset, Return to Dig, Control Rods and Linkages, Control Cables, Boom Lock Cable, Throttle Cable |
| Section E: Hydraulics, Technical Data | 429-451 | Service Tools, Fixed and Variable Flow Pumps, Relief Valve Pressures, Smooth Ride System |
| Section E: Hydraulics, Schematics | 452-474 | Basic Operation, Component Location, Hydraulic Symbols, Fixed Flow, 214e and Variable Flow Circuit Schematics |
| Section E: Hydraulics, Circuit Descriptions | 475-534 | Pump Operation, Pressure and Flow Regulator, Loader Valve Neutral Circuit, Unloader, Hsc, Arv, Mrv, Excavator Valve |
| Section E: Hydraulics, Fault Finding and Service | 535-582 | Fault Finding, Pressure Testing, Pump Flow Test, Hydraulic Pump Removal |
| Section E: Hydraulics, Valves and Rams | 583-662 | 214e Loader Valve, Fixed and Variable Flow Loader Valves, Excavator Valve, Hbpv, Rams, Oil Cooler, SRS Accumulator |
| Section F: Transmission, Data and Operation | 663-765 | Wheels and Tyres, Axle Data, Gearbox Data, Stall Speeds, Basic Operation, Drivepaths, Electrical Connections |
| Section F: Transmission, Fault Finding | 766-824 | Synchro Shuttle, 2/4WD Clutch and Powershift Fault Finding, Service Procedures, Propshafts |
| Section F: Transmission, Axles | 825-885 | Front Axle SD55 and SD80, Rear Axle PD70 and SD80, Limited Slip Differential |
| Section F: Transmission, Gearboxes | 886-1003 | Synchro Shuttle and Powershift Gearbox Overhaul, Torque Converter, Transmission Cooler |
| Section G: Brakes | 1004-1062 | Technical Data, Compensating Master Cylinder, 2 and 4 Wheel Braking, Electrical Connections, Fault Finding, Service Brakes, Parking Brake |
| Section H: Steering | 1063-1121 | Technical Data, 2WS and 4WS Operation, Steer Modes, Fault Finding, Bleeding, Pressure Testing, Power Track Rod, Priority Valve, Steer Unit |
| Section K: Engine | 1122-1130 | Technical Data for 1000 Series and 1100 Series, Fuel Lift Pump Strainer, Engine Removal and Replacement |
| Section L: Servo Controls | 1131-1212 | Precision Control Operation, Electrical and Hydraulic Schematics, Circuit Descriptions, Fault Finding, Joysticks, Servo Supply Valve, Loader and Excavator Valves |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 150 litres (33 UK gal), diesel ASTM D975 | p. 104 |
| Engine oil, 2WS AR build | 11.0 litres (2.4 UK gal), JCB Super Multigrade 15W/40 | p. 104 |
| Engine oil, RE and RG build | 10.9 litres (2.4 UK gal) | p. 104 |
| Coolant, AK and AR build | 23.0 litres (5.1 UK gal), JCB Four Seasons Antifreeze | p. 104 |
| Hydraulic system | 130 litres (28.6 UK gal), JCB High Performance Hydraulic Oil ISO VG46 | p. 105 |
| Synchro Shuttle 4WD gearbox oil (dry) | 15.4 litres (3.4 UK gal) | p. 104 |
| Powershift 6 speed gearbox oil (dry) | 16 litres (3.5 UK gal) | p. 104 |
| Brake system fluid | 1.4 litres (0.3 UK gal), JCB Light Hydraulic Fluid ISO VG15 | p. 104 |
| Wheel nut torque, front and rear | 680 Nm (500 lbf ft) | p. 47 |
| Steering relief valve (at 1500 rev/min) | 120 ± 3 bar (1740 ± 50 lbf/in²) | p. 1066 |
| Loader valve MRV, fixed flow | 236 - 241 bar (3420 - 3500 lbf/in²) | p. 442 |
| Loader valve MRV, fixed flow high pressure | 260 - 266 bar (3770 - 3850 lbf/in²) | p. 442 |
| Shovel ram rod side ARV, fixed flow | 310 - 317 bar (4500 - 4600 lbf/in²) | p. 442 |
| Loader valve MRV, 214e | 228 - 235 bar (3300 - 3400 lbf/in²) | p. 444 |
| Priority relief valve, variable flow | 170 - 176 bar (2450 - 2550 lbf/in²) | p. 446 |
| Excavator valve, boom ram head side | 248 - 255 bar (3600 - 3700 lbf/in²) | p. 447 |
| Variable flow pump stand-by pressure | 20 bar (290 lbf/in²) | p. 441 |
| Engine, 1000 Series AK build | 74.6 kW (100 bhp) | p. 1124 |
| Engine, 1000 Series AR build | 56 kW (75 bhp) | p. 1124 |
| Engine, 1100 Series RE build | 61.5 kW (82.5 bhp) | p. 1125 |
