Getting Your Mahindra Tractor Ready for Spring

As winter fades and spring approaches, you will soon be ready to use your Mahindra tractor again. But winter's cold temperatures and the time spent in storage can take their toll on your equipment. You won't want to take your Mahindra tractor straight from your shed and into your fields. Instead, go through the following de-winterization process first. If you have any questions or need a service appointment, visit the experts at J5 Tractors. We have four locations throughout Texas, including dealerships in Conroe and Navasota.

1. Consult the Owner's Manual

A great place to start is by scanning your Mahindra tractor's owner’s manual. There may be model-specific tasks you need to handle or certain products you should/should not be using. See what the manufacturer recommends for keeping your Mahindra tractor running well.

2. Do a Visual Inspection of Your Mahindra Tractor

Next, give your Mahindra tractor a good glance over. Look for red-flag issues such as leaks, loose hoses, misplaced cables, and improper alignment. If you notice anything out of the ordinary, make a note. Then address it yourself or bring your equipment to J5 Tractor’s service department. You'll want to get problems fixed as soon as possible. Small problems can grow and turn into larger issues that cost more to repair.

3. Check the Settings

As your tractor sat in storage, some of the settings may have fallen out of place. For example the steering, clutches, and brakes may be slightly off from their ideal setting. Check the settings, then adjust as necessary to match the manufacturer's recommendations or your personal preferences.

4. Check the Fuel

It's important to use fresh fuel in your Mahindra tractor. During the spring, you're likely using your equipment enough that it's a non-issue. But your Mahindra tractor just spent a significant amount of time in storage and the fuel quality may be affected. Consider changing out the fuel to a fresh batch. If you used a fuel stabilizer before putting your equipment in storage, then you may only need to top off low fluid levels.

5. Check the Engine Oil

Before you use your equipment, you will want to ensure the engine oil is in good quality. You'll check it with the same process that you use with your car or truck. Enter the dipstick, wipe it off, enter the dipstick again, and then remove it. Make sure the engine oil is the right color and consistency. If the quality is good, top off the engine oil if it's low. If the engine oil is less than ideal, replace the oil.

6. Check the Tires

The time in storage can be tough on your tires. Your tractor’s entire weight has been pushing down on them (unless you raised your tractor or were proactive about rotating the tires often). Make sure the tires have not been damaged during storage, checking for cracks in the sidewall or items lodged in them. You'll also want to measure the air pressure to ensure the tires are inflated to the manufacturer's recommendations. Cold weather and fluctuating temperatures can affect the tire pressure, so use a tire pressure gauge to see where your tires are at (and then adjust as necessary).

We hope you found this Mahindra tractor de-winterization guide useful! For more maintenance information or to get your Mahindra tractor repaired, head over to J5. We can assist you with whatever you need, from providing advice or replacing your tractor's broken parts. We offer locations throughout Texas, including Buna and Normangee.