This comprehensive Farmall 340 Tractor Preventive Maintenance Manual is your essential guide to keeping your tractor performing at its best. It covers all aspects of routine maintenance and servicing, ensuring you have the knowledge and instructions to perform necessary tasks correctly. The manual is meticulously organized with detailed illustrations, exploded diagrams, drawings, and photos to guide you through each service repair procedure. You'll find invaluable information on: * **General Engine Lubrication:** Learn the proper techniques for lubricating your engine, including oil filter replacement. * **Greasing the Front Wheels:** Ensure smooth operation and prevent wear with detailed instructions on greasing the front wheels. * **Periodic Inspections:** Maintain your tractor's optimal performance with a schedule of regular inspections. * **Cooling System:** Understand the importance of a well-functioning cooling system and learn how to maintain it. * **Fuel Strainer:** Prevent fuel system issues with information on cleaning and maintaining the fuel strainer. * **Carburetor:** Ensure proper fuel delivery and engine performance with guidance on carburetor maintenance. * **Air Cleaning System:** Keep your engine running efficiently by understanding how to maintain the air cleaning system. * **Spark Plugs and Cables:** Learn how to inspect, clean, and replace spark plugs and cables for optimal ignition. * **Magneto and Battery Ignition Unit:** Maintain the integrity of your ignition system with detailed instructions on magneto and battery ignition unit servicing. * **Starting and Lighting Equipment:** Keep your tractor running and visible with valuable information on maintaining the starting and lighting systems. * **Storage Battery:** Maximize the lifespan of your battery with tips on proper care and maintenance. * **Valve Clearance Adjustment:** Ensure optimal engine performance with instructions on adjusting valve clearance. * **Minor Engine Service Operations:** Learn to perform basic engine service operations like oil changes, filter replacements, and other routine tasks. * **Tachometer Drive Unit:** Maintain the accuracy of your tachometer with instructions on servicing the drive unit. * **Brakes:** Ensure safe and reliable braking with detailed information on maintaining the braking system. * **Engine Clutch:** Keep your tractor shifting smoothly with instructions on maintaining the engine clutch. * **Engine and Torque Amplifier Clutches:** Understand the operation and maintenance of your clutches for optimal performance. * **Touch-Control System and Hydra-Touch System:** Learn about these systems' functions and how to maintain them for smooth operation. * **Belt Pulley:** Ensure proper belt tension and efficient operation with instructions on maintaining the belt pulley. * **Independent Power Take-Off:** Maximize the performance of your PTO with detailed information on maintaining it. * **Storing and Housing Your Tractor:** Learn proper storage techniques to protect your tractor during periods of non-use. * **Starting Engines That Have Been In Storage:** Get your tractor running smoothly after storage with helpful tips. * **Troubleshooting:** Diagnose and solve common tractor problems with a comprehensive troubleshooting guide. This comprehensive manual provides a complete understanding of your Farmall 340 tractor, empowering you to maintain your equipment effectively and extend its lifespan.

The Farmall 340, produced by International Harvester (IH) from 1958 to 1962, stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of American agricultural machinery. This versatile tractor, a member of the Farmall line renowned for its reliability and performance, was designed to meet the demands of a wide range of farming tasks. Powering the 340 was a 4-cylinder gasoline engine, delivering robust performance and efficiency. This engine, coupled with the tractor's robust construction, ensured reliable operation even under demanding conditions. The 340's design incorporated several innovative features, including a touch-control system for precise hydraulic operation, a Hydra-Touch system for smooth and efficient power transfer, and an independent power take-off for versatile tool and equipment compatibility. These advancements made the 340 a versatile and efficient tool for farmers across the United States. The Farmall 340's versatility extended beyond its power and features. This tractor was well-suited for a variety of agricultural tasks, from plowing and cultivating to mowing and harvesting. Its robust construction and reliable engine ensured durability and longevity, making it a popular choice among farmers seeking a dependable workhorse. While the Farmall 340 has since been discontinued, its legacy continues to resonate within the agricultural community. The 340's reputation for reliability and performance has cemented its place in history as a remarkable piece of agricultural engineering, a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of International Harvester. The Farmall 340, despite its age, remains a valuable asset for anyone involved in agriculture, offering a glimpse into a bygone era of agricultural innovation and quality. The Preventive Maintenance Manual, a vital resource for Farmall 340 owners, provides the information necessary to ensure the continued performance and longevity of this classic tractor.