Part of the Kubota Repair Manuals.
This Kubota Workshop Manual is the factory service reference for the STV32, STV36 and STV40 compact tractors, all three models in a single 383 page PDF. It is built around Kubota's D1503-M, D1703-M and D1803-M diesel engines and follows the maker's own General, Mechanism and Servicing structure.Coverage runs the full machine: engine, clutch, the hydrostatic transmission with its range gears and bi-speed turn system, front and rear axles, brakes, power steering, the three point hydraulic system and the electrical system with wiring diagrams. Every section carries factory specifications, tightening torques and allowable limits.Whether you are rebuilding the HST, tracing a charging fault or setting valve clearance, the step by step procedures and exploded views let an owner or independent mechanic service these tractors without guessing.
What's Inside This Kubota STV32, STV36, STV40 Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| G General | 13-66 | General |
| Engine | 67-135 | Lubricating System, Cooling System, Fuel System, Cylinder Head and Valves, Timing Gears, Crankshaft |
| Clutch | 136-146 | Linkage Mechanism, Clutch Disc, Pressure Plate, Release Fork, Release Bearing, Clutch Pedal |
| Transmission | 147-230 | Hydrostatic Transmission (HST), Range Gear Shift Section, Front Wheel Drive Section, Bi-Speed Turn System, Independent PTO System, Rear PTO Gear Shift Section |
| Rear Axle | 231-241 | Structure, Final Reduction System, Planetary Gear, Differential Lock Clutch, Rear Axle Shaft, Hypoid Ring Gear |
| Brakes | 242-252 | Brake Linkage, Parking Brake, Brake Disc, Brake Cam, Brake Plate, Brake Pedal |
| Front Axle | 253-270 | Structure, Front Axle Case, Differential System, Bevel Gear, Differential Pinion, Front Axle Bracket |
| Steering | 271-282 | Structure, Hydraulic Circuit for Power Steering, Steering Cylinder, Steering Controller, Hydraulic Pump, Regulating Valve |
| Hydraulic System | 283-329 | Whole Hydraulic Circuit, Hydraulic Pump, Regulator Valve, Bi-Speed Valve, Three Point Hydraulic System, Auxiliary Control Valve |
| Electrical System | 330-383 | Wiring Diagram, Starting System, Charging System, Lighting System, Bi-Speed Turn System, Others |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel tank capacity | 29.5 L (7.79 U.S.gals, 6.49 Imp.gals) | p. 22 |
| Coolant capacity (with reserve tank) | 6.1 L (6.4 U.S.qts, 5.4 Imp.qts) | p. 22 |
| Engine oil change interval | Every 100 hours | p. 24 |
| Engine oil filter replacement interval | Every 200 hours | p. 24 |
| General use screws, bolts and nuts (M6, No-grade or 4T, Ordinariness) | 7.85 to 9.31 N·m (0.80 to 0.95 kgf·m, 5.79 to 6.87 ft-lbs) | p. 23 |
| General use screws, bolts and nuts (M8, No-grade or 4T, Ordinariness) | 17.7 to 20.5 N·m (1.8 to 2.1 kgf·m, 13.1 to 15.1 ft-lbs) | p. 23 |
| Engine Oil Capacity (with filter) | 6.7 L (7.1 U.S.qts, 5.9 Imp.qts) | p. 9 |
| Transmission Case Capacity | 22 L (5.81 U.S.qts, 4.84 Imp.gals) | p. 9 |
| Front Axle Case Capacity | 4.0 L (4.2 U.S.qts, 3.5 Imp.qts) | p. 9 |
| Cylinder Head Surface Flatness (Allowable Limit) | 0.05 mm / 500 mm (0.0020 in. / 19.69 in.) | p. 76 |
| Valve Clearance (When Cold) | 0.18 to 0.22 mm (0.0071 to 0.0087 in.) | p. 76 |
| Fan Belt Tension (Deflection) | 7.0 to 9.0 mm (0.28 to 0.35 in.) | p. 80 |
Kubota STV32, STV36, STV40 Common Problems This Manual Covers
HST loses drive or creeps in neutral
Worn charge pumps, tired relief valves or contaminated fluid leave the hydrostatic transmission weak under load or creeping when the pedal is centered. The Transmission section covers the HST, its neutral setting and the servicing specifications needed to diagnose it.
Manual Section: 3 Transmission p. 147Heavy or dead power steering
Slow, notchy or one sided steering usually traces to the hydraulic pump, regulating valve or steering cylinder rather than the wheel itself. The Steering section maps the power steering circuit and gives the delivery and pressure checks to isolate the fault.
Manual Section: 7 Steering p. 271No crank or flat battery
Hard starting, clicking or a battery that will not hold charge points at the starting and charging circuits. The Electrical System section includes the wiring diagram plus starting and charging system tests to find the failed component.
Manual Section: 9 Electrical System p. 330Clutch drag or slip
A clutch that slips under load or refuses to release cleanly is usually a worn disc, tired pressure plate or misadjusted free travel. The Clutch section gives the pedal free travel spec and the disassembly steps to restore it.
Manual Section: 2 Clutch p. 136Three point hitch will not lift
A hitch that drops, lifts slowly or will not raise a rated load points to the hydraulic pump, regulator valve or three point control valve. The Hydraulic System section covers the whole circuit and the pressure specs to test it.
Manual Section: 8 Hydraulic System p. 283Engine overheating or oil pressure loss
Rising temperature, low oil pressure or hard starting on the diesel ties back to the cooling, lubricating and fuel systems. The Engine section covers these systems with the factory servicing specs and allowable limits for the D1503-M, D1703-M and D1803-M engines.
Manual Section: 1 Engine p. 67Frequently Asked Questions
Which tractors does this manual cover?
It covers the Kubota STV32, STV36 and STV40 compact tractors in one document. The information is shared across all three models, with model specific values called out where they differ.
Which engines are covered?
The manual services Kubota's D1503-M, D1703-M and D1803-M diesel engines used in these tractors. The Engine section covers the lubricating, cooling and fuel systems, cylinder head, timing gears and crankshaft with full servicing specs. p. 67
Does it include wiring diagrams?
Yes. The Electrical System section contains the wiring diagram along with the starting, charging, lighting and bi-speed turn circuits, so you can trace faults back to a specific wire or component.
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Can I trace circuits with this Kubota STV32 manual?
Complete wiring diagrams are included, covering all electrical circuits, harness routing, and connector pinouts for the Kubota STV32, STV36, STV40.




















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