Part of the Kubota Repair Manuals.
This is the operator's manual for the Kubota L4701 compact diesel tractor, built around the V2403-CR-E4 engine and available in manual-transmission and HST versions. It is the factory book that covers running the machine, its controls, the DPF exhaust system, and the maintenance that keeps it working.Inside you get the full specification tables, implement limitations, instrument panel and control layouts, and the DPF regeneration procedures, along with detailed service intervals and the maintenance steps for the engine, hydraulics, and drivetrain. The 3-point hitch, PTO, hydraulic unit, and tire and ballast setup are all covered.Use it to operate the L4701 correctly, follow the service schedule, set up implements, and work through the troubleshooting charts for starting, overheating, and hydraulic problems before calling a dealer. Delivered as a downloadable, printable PDF.
What's Inside This Kubota L4701 Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Servicing of Tractor | 21-22 | Warranty, Scrapping the Tractor and Its Procedure, Tractor Identification Plate, Engine Serial Number, ROPS Identification Plate, Diesel Particulate Filter DPF Serial Number |
| Specifications | 23-25 | Specification Table (Engine, Capacities, Dimensions, Weight with ROPS, Traveling System, Hydraulic Unit, PTO), Traveling Speeds (Manual Transmission Type, HST Type) |
| Implement Limitations | 26-27 | Tread Max Width with Farm Tires, Actual Figures, Lower Link End Max Hydraulic Lifting Capacity, Implement Weight, Max Drawbar Load, Trailer Loading Weight, Forestry Application |
| Instrument Panel and Controls | 28-31 | Instrument Panel, Switches and Hand Controls, Foot and Hand Controls (Manual Transmission Type), HST Type |
| Pre-Operation Check | 32 | Daily Check (Check Item, Walk Around Inspection, Check Engine Oil Level, Check Transmission Oil Level, Check Coolant Level, Check Water Separator, Clean Grill and Radiator Screen, Clean Fuel Cooler, Clean Oil Cooler HST Model, Check DPF Muffler, Check Air Cleaner Evacuator Valve, Check Brake Pedal HST Model, Check Brake and Clutch Pedal Manual Transmission Model, Check Indicators Gauges and Meter, Check Lights, Check Wire Harness, Check Seat Belt and ROPS, Check Movable Parts, Refuel, Care of Danger Warning and Caution Labels) |
| Operating the Engine | 33-46 | Exhaust Aftertreatment Devices (Diesel Particulate Filter Muffler), Handling Points, DPF Regeneration Process (Auto Regeneration Mode, Regeneration Inhibit Mode) |
| Operating the Tractor | 47-64 | Operating New Tractor (Do Not Operate the Tractor at Full Speed for the First 50 Hours, Changing Lubricating Oil for New Tractors), Boarding and Leaving the Tractor |
| PTO | 65-66 | PTO Operation (PTO Clutch Control Switch), PTO Clutch Control Switch, Stationary PTO, PTO Shaft Cover and Shaft Cap |
| 3-Point Hitch & Drawbar | 67-70 | 3-Point Hitch (Selecting the Top Link Mounting Holes, Drawbar, Lifting Rod, Top Link, Attaching and Detaching Implements), Telescopic Stabilizers, Drawbar (Length), Swing Drawbar |
| Hydraulic Unit | 71-75 | 3-Point Hitch Control System (Position Control, Draft Control), Mixed Control, Float Control (with: Draft Control, Position Control), 3-Point Hitch Lowering Speed |
| Tires, Wheels and Ballast | 76-81 | Tires (Inflation Pressure, Dual Tires), Wheel Adjustment (Front Wheels), Front Wheels, Rear Wheels, Ballast (Front: End Weights), Rear Ballast (Rear Wheel Weights) |
| Maintenance | 82-86 | Service Intervals (Engine Start System Check, Wheel Bolt Torque Check, Greasing, Battery Condition Check, Fan Belt Adjust, Brake Adjust, Clutch Mt Adjust, Air Cleaner Element Primary Element Clean, Air Cleaner Element Primary Element Replace, Secondary Element Replace, Fuel Line Check, Fuel Line Replace, Fuel Grommet Check, Fuel Grommet Replace, Transmission Oil Filter HST Replace, Toe-In Adjust, Power Steering Oil Line Check, Power Steering Oil Line Replace, Oil Cooler Line HST Check, Oil Cooler Line Replace, Radiator Hose and Clamp Check, Radiator Hose and Clamp Replace, Intake Air Line Check, Intake Air Line Replace, Oil Separator Hose Check, Oil Separator Hose Replace, Engine Oil Change, Engine Oil Filter Replace, Water Separator Clean, Fuel Filter Replace, Hydraulic Oil Filter Replace, Transmission Fluid Change, Front Axle Case Oil 4WD Change, Greasing 2WD Front Wheel Hub, Front Axle Pivot Adjust, Engine Valve Clearance Adjust, Fuel Injector Nozzle Tip Clean, Oil Separator Element Replace, Pcv Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve Oil Separator Check, EGR Cooler Check Clean, EGR System Check Clean, Supply Pump Check, DPF Muffler Clean, Exhaust Manifold Check, DPF Differential Pressure Sensor Pipe Check, EGR Pipe Check, DPF Differential Pressure Sensor Hose Replace, Cooling System Flush, Coolant Change, Fuel System Bleed, Clutch Housing Drain, Fuse Replace, Light Bulb Replace) |
| Periodic Service | 87-114 | How to Open the Hood (Side Cover), Daily Check, Walk Around Inspection, Checking and Refueling, Checking Water Separator, Checking Engine Oil Level |
| Storage | 115 | Tractor Storage (Check Bolts and Nuts, Apply Grease, Detach Weights, Inflate Tires, Change Engine Oil, Keep Clutch Disengaged, Coat Hydraulic Cylinder Piston Rods, Remove Battery, Keep Tractor in Dry Place, Store Tractor Indoors, Jack Tractor Up) |
| Troubleshooting | 116-117 | Engine Troubleshooting (Engine Is Difficult to Start or Won't Start, Insufficient Engine Power, Engine Stops Suddenly, Exhaust Fumes Are Colored, Engine Overheats) |
| Options | 118 | Engine Block Heater, Front End Weights, Front Bumper, Rear Wheel Weights, Sunshade, Front Grill Guard, Double Acting Remote Hydraulic Control Valve with Float Position |
| Appendices | 119-121 | Index (3-Point Hitch Lowering Speed, Air Cleaner Primary Element, Air Cleaner Primary Element and Secondary Element, Anti-Freeze, Battery Condition, Block Heater If Equipped, Brake Pedal, Brake Pedals Right and Left, Brake Pedals and Clutch Pedal, Clutch Pedal, Coolant Level, Coolant Temperature Gauge, Cruise Control Lever, Diesel Particulate Filter DPF Muffler, Differential Lock, Directions for Use of Power Steering, Do Not Operate the Tractor at Full Speed for the First 50 Hours, DPF Differential Pressure Sensor Hose, DPF Differential Pressure Sensor Pipe, DPF Muffler, DPF Regeneration Process, Draft Control If Equipped, Draining Clutch Housing Water, Drawbar, Drawbar Length, Dual Tires, Easy Checker Tm, EGR Cooler, EGR Pipe, EGR System, Electrical Outlet, Electrical Wiring and Battery Cables, Engine Oil, Engine Oil Filter, Engine Oil Level, Engine Start System, Engine Valve Clearance, Evacuator Valve, Exhaust Manifold, Fan Belt Tension, Float Control, Flushing Cooling System and Coolant, Foldable ROPS, Foot Throttle, Front Axle Case Oil, Front Axle Pivot, Front Ballast, Front Wheel Drive Lever, Front Wheels with 2-Wheel Drive, Front Wheels with 4-Wheel Drive, Fuel Filter, Fuel Gauge, Fuel Grommet, Fuel Hose, Fuel Injector Nozzle Tip, Fuel Line, Fuel System, Fuse, Gauges Meter and Easy Checker Tm, Grill and Radiator Screen, Hand Throttle Lever, Handling Points, Head Lamp, Head Light Turn Signal Hazard Light Switch, Head Light Turn Signal Hazard Light Etc, Hood, Hourmeter Tachometer, Hydraulic Block Type Outlet, Hydraulic Control Unit Use Reference Chart, Immediately Stop the Engine If, Inflation Pressure, Intake Air Line, Lifting Rod Right, Light Bulb, Liquid Ballast in Rear Tires, Lubricating Grease Fitting 2WD Model, Lubricating Grease Fittings, Lubricating Oil for New Tractors, Main Gear Shift Lever & Range Gear Shift Lever, Mixed Control, Movable Parts, Oil Cooler Line, Oil Separator Element, Oil Separator Hose, Operating on Slopes and Rough Terrain, Operating the Tractor on a Road, Operator Presence Control, Operator's Seat, Parking, Parking Brake, Pcv Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve, Pm Warning Level and Required Procedures, Position Control, Power Steering Hose, Power Steering Line, PTO Clutch Control Switch, PTO Shaft Cover and Shaft Cap, Radiator Hose Water Pipes, Radiator Hose and Clamp, Range Gear Shift Lever L-M-H, Rear Ballast, Rear Wheels, Refueling, Regeneration Operating Procedure, Remote Control Valve, Remote Control Valve Coupler Connecting and Disconnecting, Remote Control Valve Lever, Seat Belt, Seat Belt and ROPS, Selecting the Top Link Mounting Holes, Side Cover, Slow-Blow Fuses, Speed Control Pedal, Stationary PTO, Stopping, Supply Pump, Swing Drawbar If Equipped, Synchro-Shuttle Shift Lever, Telescopic Stabilizers, Tie-Rod Dust Cover, Tips on Diesel Particulate Filter DPF Regeneration, To Fold the ROPS, To Raise the ROPS to Upright Position, Toe-In, Top Link, Tractor Lights, Transmission Fluid Hydraulic Oil Filter, Transmission Fluid Level, Transmission Oil Filter HST Type, Transport the Tractor Safely, Walk Around Inspection, Warm-Up Transmission Oil in the Low Temperature Range, Water Separator, Wheel Bolt Torque) |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| Wheel bolt torque (front) | 124.0 to 147.0 N-m (91.5 to 108.4 ft-lbs) | p. 75 |
| Wheel bolt torque (rear) | 196.0 to 225.0 N-m (144.6 to 166.0 ft-lbs) | p. 75 |
| Transmission oil filter [HST Type] replacement interval | every 200 Hr | p. 82 |
| Hydraulic oil filter replacement interval | every 400 Hr | p. 83 |
| Air cleaner primary element cleaning interval | every 100 Hr | p. 82 |
| Air cleaner primary element replacement interval | every 1 year | p. 82 |
| Radiator screen cleaning | clean of debris | p. 71 |
| DPF muffler cleaning interval | every 3000 Hr | p. 83 |
| DPF differential pressure sensor hose replacement interval | every 2 year | p. 84 |
| Coolant temperature gauge warning | red zone position | p. 61 |
| Hydraulic pump capacity | 29.4 L/min (7.8 U.S.gals./min) | p. 24 |
| Hydraulic system pressure | 17.7 MPa (2560 psi) | p. 24 |
Kubota L4701 Common Problems This Manual Covers
DPF clog and regen power loss
DPF clogging and emission-system restriction can cut power or trigger warning lights on the L4701. The engine section explains the DPF muffler, the regeneration process, and the auto and inhibit regen modes so you can respond correctly.
Manual Section: Operating the Engine p. 33Engine runs hot or overheats
Overheating usually traces to low coolant, a restricted cooling system, or dirty radiator screens. The troubleshooting section lists the overheating symptoms and the checks to make when the temperature gauge climbs.
Manual Section: Troubleshooting p. 116Weak or slow hydraulics
Hydraulics that respond slowly or feel weak point to fluid level, contamination, or a control fault. The hydraulic unit section covers the 3-point hitch control system, position and draft control, and the lowering speed adjustment.
Manual Section: Hydraulic Unit p. 713-point hitch will not lift or drifts down
A hitch that lifts poorly or settles under load is a commonly reported problem. The hitch and drawbar section explains top-link mounting, lift-rod setup, and attaching implements so you can check the setup.
Manual Section: 3-Point Hitch & Drawbar p. 67Loose or under-torqued wheel bolts
Wheel bolts that back off cause vibration and a safety hazard. The tires and wheels section covers inflation pressure, wheel adjustment, and ballast setup for the front and rear wheels.
Manual Section: Tires, Wheels and Ballast p. 76Missed service intervals and clogged filters
Skipped maintenance leads to restricted air and hydraulic filters and poor performance. The maintenance section lists every service task with its interval, including the 400-hour hydraulic oil filter change and air cleaner service.
Manual Section: Maintenance p. 82Frequently Asked Questions
Which tractor does this manual cover?
It covers the Kubota L4701 compact tractor, powered by the V2403-CR-E4 diesel engine, in both the manual-transmission and L4701HST hydrostatic versions.
Is this the operator manual or a workshop manual?
This is the operator's manual. It covers running, operating, and maintaining the tractor, including specifications, controls, and service intervals, rather than full teardown and overhaul procedures found in a workshop manual.
Does it explain the DPF regeneration procedure?
Yes. The Operating the Engine section walks through the exhaust aftertreatment devices and the DPF regeneration process, including auto regeneration and the regeneration inhibit mode, plus starting and stopping the engine. p. 33
Are the specifications and capacities included?
Yes. The specifications section lists the engine, capacities, dimensions, weight, traveling system, hydraulic unit, and PTO figures, such as the 51 L fuel tank and the 8.2 L engine oil capacity. p. 23
What format is this Kubota L4701 manual in?
A 121-page Owner's Manual delivered as a searchable PDF, ready the moment your checkout completes. Open it on a computer, tablet, or phone. There is no shipping wait.
Can I print this Kubota L4701 manual?
Yes. The PDF carries no DRM restrictions, so you can print any page or section you need for the shop. Any standard printer handles it.
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