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Knowledge base for Yanmar mini tractors. Yanmar built compact, sturdy diesel tractors that, with proper maintenance, remain reliable for decades. In this knowledge base, you’ll find practical information per model on operation, maintenance, common faults, and original parts — from the Super Forte series to the F and YM models — so you always get the most out of your Yanmar.
05/07/2026
The complete maintenance schedule and adjustment values for the Yanmar EG series (EG220 through EG230), straight from the factory manual: intervals, play, and fuses.
05/07/2026
Which engine oil, transmission oil, front axle oil and coolant go into the Yanmar EG series (EG220 through EG230) — with all capacities per model from the manual.
05/07/2026
All filters of the Yanmar EG series (EG220 through EG230) at a glance: engine oil filter, air filter, fuel filter, water separator, line filter and HST filter — with OEM numbers and intervals.
05/07/2026
Here's how to correctly start, preheat and drive the Yanmar EG series (EG220 through EG230) — including preheating times per temperature and the meaning of the dashboard indicator lights.
05/07/2026
The most common faults of the Yanmar EG series (EG220 through EG230) with cause and solution: starting problems, overheating, power loss and lift that doesn't work.
05/07/2026
Here's how to properly store the Yanmar EG series (EG220 to EG230) for winter or an extended period of inactivity: cleaning, oiling, battery, antifreeze and the fuel lines.
05/07/2026
Everything about the lift, hydraulics, PTO and implements of the Yanmar EG series (EG220 through EG230): lowering speed, lift limit, back and turn lift, tilling depth and what you can do with 20–30 hp.
05/07/2026
Considering a Yanmar Ke-13, Ke-14, Ke-16 or Ke-18? Complete buying advice: engines per model, specification codes, strengths and weaknesses, and what to look out for with a grey import.
05/07/2026
The complete maintenance schedule for the Yanmar Ke-13, Ke-14, Ke-16 and Ke-18 from the manual, including all adjustment values for clutch, brakes and V-belt, and the lubrication schedule.
05/07/2026
Which engine oil for the Yanmar Ke-13, Ke-14, Ke-16 or Ke-18? All fluids, capacities and change intervals from the manual: 10W-30, transmission oil, front axle oil and coolant.
