Lubrication should be performed according to manufacturer specifications and include
- selecting the most appropriate lubricant for the application
- applying lubricant to wheel bearings, steering components, brake and clutch linkages, three-point hitch pivot points, transmission, gear-boxes, and other linkages or bearings
- checking and changing engine oil and filter (if required) with proper grade of oil.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What lubricants are commonly used for tractors?
- What should be done with waste oil and lubricants?
- What would happen if a tractor were not lubricated properly?
- What are the advantages and disadvantages of using a synthetic lubricant?