This is the factory service documentation for the McCormick MC Series tractors, the MC80 through MC135. It runs 2,289 pages and is what the dealer technician works from. Two things are bound into the one file. The chassis manual SM 8-11102 covers the tractor itself: transmission, hydraulics, axles, brakes, steering, cab and the electronic controllers, with full wiring and hydraulic schematics and step by step calibration and error code procedures for the hitch, MFD, differential lock, independent front suspension, speed sequencer and PTO controllers. Alongside it sit the engine workshop manuals, the 1000 Series and both 1100 Series volumes, four and six cylinder, and those go all the way to internal overhaul: cylinder head assembly, pistons and connecting rods, crankshaft, timing case and drive, cylinder block, engine timing, aspiration, lubrication, fuel and cooling systems. From splitting the tractor to bleeding the brakes to rebuilding the engine, it is here.
What's Inside This McCormick MC80-MC135 Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| General | Safety Rules, General Information, Lubricant and Capacity Specifications, And the Master Torque Chart for the Mc Series | |
| Engine | Removing and Refitting the Engine in the Chassis, Plus the Full 1000 Series and 1100 Series Engine Workshop Manuals: Cylinder Head, Pistons and Connecting Rods, Crankshaft, Timing Case and Drive, Cylinder Block and Engine Timing | |
| Fuel System | Removing and Servicing the Fuel Tank, Supply Lines and Shutoff; Injection Pumps, Injectors and Internal Fuel Work in the Engine Manual Fuel System Section | |
| Electrical | Full Electrical Schematics, Instrument Cluster Programming, Battery Servicing and Testing | |
| Steering | Servicing the Steering Column and the Orbital Steering Hand Pump, Including Removal, Resealing and the Steering Hydraulic Connections | |
| Transmission | Splitting the Tractor, Powershift and Range Transmission Servicing, Powershift and Shuttle Valves, Synchronizer Creep Transmission, Differential and Differential Lock, MFD Output Shaft, Rear Axles and Planetaries, Reversible and Shiftable PTO, 20.14 / 20.19 / 20.25 MFD Front Axles and the Independent Front Suspension Axle | |
| Brakes | Servicing and Bleeding the Wet Service Brakes and the Hydraulic Trailer Brake Valve | |
| Hydraulics | Hydraulic Troubleshooting and Full Schematics Split by Serial Break (Up to P.I.N JJE2020415 and P.I.N JJE2020416 and After), Charge and Lubrication Pump, Hydraulic Valves and Remote Valves | |
| Chassis and Mounted Equipment | Pedal and Lever Adjustments, Air Conditioner Troubleshooting and Component Servicing, Cab Removal and Roof Panel Tilting | |
| Controller Systems | Calibration, Error Codes, Troubleshooting and Schematics for the Hitch / MFD / Differential Lock Controller, Independent Front Suspension Controller, Speed Sequencer, F/N/R and Powershift Controllers and PTO Controller, Plus Hitch and PTO Controller Programming |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Oil | McCormick engine oil, SAE 15W-40 | |
| Engine Oil Capacity (with filter change) | 7 litres | |
| Coolant Mix | 33% to 50% ethylene glycol solution | |
| Cooling System Capacity | 17.5 litres | |
| A/C Compressor Oil | Sanden SP-20 PAG oil | |
| A/C Compressor Oil Charge (new) | 270 to 300 ml |
McCormick MC80-MC135 Common Problems This Manual Covers
Three point hitch is slow to lift, will not lift a heavy implement, or the hydraulics leak oil
Work the Hydraulics section. It carries a full troubleshooting routine with the system schematics split by serial number, so you can trace the fault to the charge and lubrication pump, a hydraulic valve or a worn remote valve. The book walks the pressure checks and the valve servicing in order, which is the only honest way to tell a tired pump from a stuck valve before you start replacing parts.
Manual Section: HydraulicsTractor loses power under load, stalls, or runs rough
Start in the Fuel System section to clear the tank, lines and supply, then use the General specifications to confirm the right grades and capacities. When the fault is inside the engine, carry on into the engine workshop manual bound into the same file: its Fuel System section covers the injection pump, injectors and internal fuel work, with the aspiration and turbocharger checks alongside it.
Manual Section: Fuel SystemTransmission jumps out of gear, grinds when shifting, or the powershift behaves erratically
Work the Transmission section. It covers splitting the tractor, the powershift and range transmissions, the powershift and shuttle valves and the synchronizer creep unit, and it gives the disassembly and inspection steps for the clutch packs and gears. Pair it with the Controller Systems section to read the speed sequencer and F/N/R calibration, so you pin an electronic shift fault by error code instead of tearing the box apart.
Manual Section: TransmissionHard starting, dead electronics, or a controller throwing error codes
Start in the Electrical section for battery servicing and testing and instrument cluster programming, then move to the Controller Systems section. It lists the calibration and error code procedures for every controller on the tractor (hitch, MFD, differential lock, front suspension, speed sequencer and PTO), so you read the fault, calibrate the controller and confirm the fix instead of swapping a good control unit on a hunch.
Manual Section: ElectricalFrequently Asked Questions
Does this manual cover engine overhaul on the MC Series?
Yes. The file carries the engine workshop manuals as well as the chassis manual, so internal rebuild work is covered: cylinder head assembly, pistons and connecting rods, crankshaft, timing case and drive, cylinder block and engine timing, for the 1000 Series and for both 1100 Series engines, four and six cylinder. The chassis manual handles getting the engine out and back in.
How do I calibrate the controllers and read error codes?
The Controller Systems section is built for exactly that. It gives the calibration sequence, the error code lists and the troubleshooting schematics for the hitch, MFD and differential lock controller, the independent front suspension controller, the speed sequencer and the F/N/R, powershift and PTO controllers. Each one has its own programming and fault routine so you can fix an electronic fault by procedure.
Are the wiring and hydraulic diagrams included?
Yes. The Electrical section carries the full electrical schematics, and the Hydraulics section carries the hydraulic troubleshooting schematics, split by serial number so you use the right diagram for an early or late machine (the break is at P.I.N JJE2020415 / JJE2020416). These are the dealer schematics, not simplified drawings.
Which front axles does it cover?
The Transmission section covers the 20.14, 20.19 and 20.25 MFD front axles and the independent front suspension axle, including the MFD output shaft and bearings and the PTO front drive shaft. So whether your tractor has the standard mechanical front drive or the suspended front axle, the service and the controller calibration for it are both here.
How is this McCormick MC95–MC135 Series Service Manual delivered?
This is a 2289-page searchable PDF (59 MB) ready for immediate download. Works on any device, so pull it up on your phone while you're under the hood. No shipping, no waiting.
Am I free to print this McCormick MC95–MC135 Series Service Manual?
Yes. The PDF has no DRM restrictions, so print any page or section you need for your shop. Works with any standard printer.
Can I find hydraulic circuit diagrams in this McCormick manual?
Full hydraulic system diagrams are included, covering circuits, valve locations, and hydraulic component specs for the McCormick MC95, MC105, MC115, MC120, MC135.









