bobcat s205 User Manual

Maintenance work must be done at regular intervals. Failure to do so will result in excessive wear and early failures. The
service schedule is a guide for correct maintenance of the Bobcat loader.

■ Or every 12 months.

❏ Check every 8-10 hours for the first 24 hours; then at 50 hour intervals.

❍ Inspect new belt after first 50 hours.

✵ First oil and filter change must occur at 50 hours; 250 hours thereafter.

▼ Replace the hydraulic / hydrostatic filter element after the first 50 hours; and thereafter when the transmission warning light

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Engine Oil

Check the oil level and add as needed. Do not overfill.

Engine Air Filter and Air System

Check display panel. Service only when required. Check for leaks and damaged 
components.

Engine Cooling System

Clean debris from oil cooler, radiator & grill. Check coolant level COLD and add premixed 
coolant as needed.

Fuel Filter

Remove the trapped water.

Lift Arms, Cylinders, Bob-Tach Pivot 
Pins and Wedges

Lubricate with multi-purpose lithium based grease.

Tires

Check for damaged tires and correct air pressure. Inflate to MAXIMUM pressure shown on 
sidewall of tire.

Seat Belt, Seat Bar, Control 
Interlocks, Seat Belt Retractors

Check the condition of seat belt. Check the sear bar and control interlocks for correct 
operation. Clean dirt and debris from moving parts. Clean or replace seat belt retractors as 
needed.

Bobcat Interlock Control Systems 
(BICS™)

Check that four BICS indicator lights and functions are activated. See details in this 
Manual.

Safety Signs and Safety Treads

Check for damaged signs (decals) and safety treads. Replace any signs or safety treads 
that are damaged or worn.

Operator Cab

Check the fastening bolts, washers and nuts. Check the condition of the cab.

Indicators and Lights

Check for correct operation of all indicators and lights.

Heater and A/C Filters (If Equipped)

Clean or replace filters as needed.

Hydraulic Fluid, Hoses and Tubelines

Check fluid level and add as needed. Check for damage and leaks. See your Bobcat 
dealer for repair or replacement as needed.

Final Drive Trans. (Chaincase), Foot 
Pedals, Hand Controls or Steering 
Levers

Check oil level and add oil as needed. Check for correct operation. See your Bobcat dealer 
for repair or adjustment as needed.

Parking Brake

Check operation.

Wheel Nuts

Check for loose wheel nuts and tighten to correct torque. (See TIRE MAINTENANCE on 
Page 93.)

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Spark Arrestor Muffler

Clean the spark chamber.

Battery

Check cables, connections and electrolyte level. Add distilled water as needed.

Steering Lever Pivots

Grease fittings.

Fuel Filter

Replace filter element.

Engine / Hydro. Drive Belt

Check for wear or damage.

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Alternator Belt

Check condition and tension. Adjust as needed.

Bobcat Interlock Control System 
(BICS™)

Check the function of the lift arm by-pass control.

Engine Oil and Filter

Replace oil and filter. Use CD or better grade oil and Bobcat filter.

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Hydraulic/Hydrostatic Filter, Charge 
Filter, Reservoir Breather

Replace the hydrostatic filter, charge filter and the reservoir breather.

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Engine Valves

Adjust the engine valves. See your Bobcat dealer for this service.

Final Drive Trans. (Chaincase)

Replace the fluid.

Hydraulic Reservoir

Replace the fluid.

Case Drain Filters

Replace the filters.

Coolant

Replace the coolant.

Every 2 years