Maintaining Your Farm Equipment's Parts

Farm equipment is built to tackle big jobs and rough conditions, but even the toughest vehicles need occasional maintenance to keep performing at their best. By maintaining your farm equipment’s parts, you can keep it running better and last longer. If you are interested in learning more, check out this guide from the experts at Ziegler AG. 

Know Your Equipment

Before we start, we need to acknowledge that with so many different makes and models of farm equipment on the market, there is simply too much variation for us to account for. While the general advice contained in this article will apply to almost all pieces of farm equipment, you should also read the owner’s manual to see what it has to say about maintaining your farm equipment. It will contain a lot of helpful information, including instructions specific to your model. 

The Tires

Keeping your farm equipment’s tires within the manufacturer's recommended pressure range will help protect them from damage. Luckily, tire pressure gauges are relatively cheap, making it easy to keep an eye on the tire pressure. You should also keep an eye on the tread depth. As your farm equipment’s tires start to wear down, they won’t be able to provide your vehicle with as much traction. Be sure to replace your tires as needed, and be on the lookout for unusual wearing patterns that could point to deeper issues. 

The Engine

Your farm equipment’s engines need a variety of fluids to function, such as oil, hydraulic fluid, and coolant. These fluids need to be regularly checked and topped off. If you notice liquid pooling under your farm equipment, you have a leak on your hands, so schedule a service appointment. Don’t forget to check and change out your filters as well.

The Frame

A few surface-level scratches and nicks on your farm equipment are nothing to worry about. However, if you see signs that the damage has compromised the farm equipment’s structural integrity, schedule a service appointment before things get any worse. 

The Attachments

Never attempt to use a damaged farm equipment attachment. Not only are they generally less efficient, but using one can also lead to equipment damage or an accident. 

The Operator Tools

Without properly functioning buttons, switches, and mirrors, your farm equipment cannot be safely operated. With that in mind, be every bit as thorough when inspecting your equipment’s cabin as you are inspecting the rest of the vehicle. 

To shop our selection of farm equipment, visit Ziegler AG. We operate several locations throughout Minnesota, Iowa, Missouri, and Wisconsin. We also offer trade-ins, financing, parts ordering, and servicing. We are proud to serve communities like Madison, Wisconsin, Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Des Moines, Iowa.