CT 235 hydro trans creep

[kdill995]

I have a older bobcat CT 235 ( but only 205 hrs) compact tractor with a hydrostatic transmission. Recently the pedal has stopped returning to the neutral postition when you take you foot off the pedal. When you try to start the tractor you have to move the pedal a little to get it into the neutral or Starting positition. When you take your foot off the pedal while the tractor is running, it will start to creep in reverse a little.

Anyone have an opinion of whether this is a big transmission problem or if it might be a easily fixed problem (like lubrication or pedal adjustment that I could make).

 

[jimmysisson]

Why don't you start by seeing if an extensive lube-and-loosen program solves the problem? Linkage is a more likely reason than a hydro failure.
Jim

 

[MoKelly]

Why don't you start by seeing if an extensive lube-and-loosen program solves the problem? Linkage is a more likely reason than a hydro failure.
Jim

Welcome to the forum. The above is 100% on target. This happens to lots of us Bobcat owners. Just grease and make sure the linkage is free from debris and I believe all will be good.

MoKelly

 

[Dr_Zinj]

HST creep is a common problem on Bobcats. I think there are several threads in the forum along with various solutions.