4 WD operationI

[sonny101]

I have a new (i yr. old) Kioti CX 2510 HST tractor. When I move the 4wd lever down the indicator lamp on the inst. panel does not illuminate. How can I tell if its in 4wd and the lamp is the problem ? Thanks for reading.

 

[WinterDeere]

I have a new (i yr. old) Kioti CX 2510 HST tractor. When I move the 4wd lever down the indicator lamp on the inst. panel does not illuminate. How can I tell if its in 4wd and the lamp is the problem ? Thanks for reading.

I'm not familiar with Kioti, but if its like every other CUT I've ever owned, the lever is manual. So, if lever is moved to 4wd position, then 4wd is engaged, no matter what the indicator shows.

Failure to illuminuate could be one of many things:

1. Kioti didn't equip your machine with an indicator, but uses a dash cluster common to other tractors that have it.
2. Bulb is blown.
3. Proximity sensor or switch is out of alignment or broken.
4. Wiring is disconnected.

 

[ptsg]

More often than not, the dashboard is built with the lights to fit various models in various different markets.

On some markets they made the light working, others they didn't. Why? I don't know, only the manufacturer knows.

Mine, albeit different brand, was the same thing. Just for the kicks, I installed a proximity switch on the lever and made the 4WD light work.

 

[grsthegreat]

Park in dirt. Lift the front end up with loader, and place the loader in flat position. Engage 4x4 and see if front wheels move while going forward.

 

[sonny101]

Park in dirt. Lift the front end up with loader, and place the loader in flat position. Engage 4x4 and see if front wheels move while going forward.

Okay thanks I ll try that.

 

[sandman2234]

Or hook to something that is hard for it to pull and see if it helps when you put it in 4 wheel drive.
My tractors tend to pull a lot more when in 4 wheel drive, versus not being in 4 wheel drive.
David from Jax

 

[sonny101]

Park in dirt. Lift the front end up with loader, and place the loader in flat position. Engage 4x4 and see if front wheels move while going forward.

I did that and yes the front wheels were moving. Thanks for your help I appreciate it.
Pocojo

 

[grsthegreat]

Good to hear. An indicator light is helpfull to remind you its engaged. Guess it wouldnt hurt to see if thers a replaceable lamp or damaged wire. My 2010 dk45 has electronic 4x4 switch and dash light. My old JD870 had manual 4x4 but it also had a dash light.

 

[sonny101]

Or hook to something that is hard for it to pull and see if it helps when you put it in 4 wheel drive.
My tractors tend to pull a lot more when in 4 wheel drive, versus not being in 4 wheel drive.
David from Jax

I tried grsthegreat's recommendation and it worked. Thanks for your reply

 

[sonny101]

I'm not familiar with Kioti, but if its like every other CUT I've ever owned, the lever is manual. So, if lever is moved to 4wd position, then 4wd is engaged, no matter what the indicator shows.

Failure to illuminuate could be one of many things:

1. Kioti didn't equip your machine with an indicator, but uses a dash cluster common to other tractors that have it.
2. Bulb is blown.
3. Proximity sensor or switch is out of alignment or broken.
4. Wiring is disconnected.

I noticed none of the lamps work on the left side of the panel but as long as 4wd works, Im okay with it. Thanks

 

[sonny101]

Good to hear. An indicator light is helpfull to remind you its engaged. Guess it wouldnt hurt to see if thers a replaceable lamp or damaged wire. My 2010 dk45 has electronic 4x4 switch and dash light. My old JD870 had manual 4x4 but it also had a dash light.

None of the panel lamps on left side work even though one is specific for 4wd but as long as 4wd works thats okay. I ll look for why the panel lamps on left side are inoperative. Thanks again

 

[WinterDeere]

I noticed none of the lamps work on the left side of the panel but as long as 4wd works, Im okay with it. Thanks

Hopefully your oil pressure indicator light, brake light, and anything else critical isn't in a dead section of dash panel.

Most machines will light all indicators when you first turn the key, and before rotating to "Start". Might be worth checking to see if anything important is not functioning.

 

[sonny101]

Hopefully your oil pressure indicator light, brake light, and anything else critical isn't in a dead section of dash panel.

Most machines will light all indicators when you first turn the key, and before rotating to "Start". Might be worth checking to see if anything important is not functioning.

Yeah I understand and will look further into this issue as I won't risk damage to a machine with only 100 hrs on it. I used to run Con Ed power plants before I retired and am fully aware of the consequence of ignoring subtle malfunctions in any system. Thanks .

 

[repete]

You can do what I do.
Leave it in 2WD and go somewhere and get stuck. Put it in 4WD and if you are still stuck it is not working.

 

[Razzmatazz]

I added a 4 wheel drive indicator to my Yanmar SA425. It is in the Yanmar forum.

 

[sonny101]

You can do what I do.
Leave it in 2WD and go somewhere and get stuck. Put it in 4WD and if you are still stuck it is not working.

Great solution

 

[ulflyer]

No lamps on my CK30 but the lever is on left side wall almost under my foot and has to be moved up or down. Beside it is a decal/painting indicating the position. Isn't yours similar?

 

[SmallChange]

Lift the front end up with loader

This should work. Or, you could drive in the tightest circle your steering allows, and try both positions of the 4WD lever. If 4WD is working, you should see some skidding and scuffing, and feel more drag on the engine. Anybody can use this method even if they don't have a FEL.

 

[walnutman]

I noticed none of the lamps work on the left side of the panel but as long as 4wd works, Im okay with it. Thanks

Not surprised the left doesn't work.

 

[charlessenf]

I have a new (i yr. old) Kioti CX 2510 HST tractor. When I move the 4wd lever down the indicator lamp on the inst. panel does not illuminate. How can I tell if its in 4wd and the lamp is the problem ? Thanks for reading.

Remove the lamp and test it?