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IRONREFERENCE

Massey Ferguson MF 165 Service Reference

Engine Oil Service

Engine oil capacity, change interval, oil viscosity chart, filter cross-references, and valve clearance.

Fluids & Capacities

SystemCapacity (US)Fluid
Engine Crankcase — without filter change8 US qtSee oil viscosity chart
Engine Crankcase — with filter change8.5 US qtSee oil viscosity chart

Oil Viscosity Chart

Temperature RangeGrade
Above 90°F (32°C)SAE 30
32°F to 90°F (0°C to 32°C)SAE 20 or SAE 20W/20
0°F to 32°F (-18°C to 0°C)SAE 10W/30 or 5W/30*
Below 0°F (-18°C)SAE 5W/30*

Torque Specifications

LocationTorqueNotes
Cylinder Head Nuts — Gasoline Engine85 ft-lbsRetorque with engine at operating temperature
Cylinder Head Nuts — Diesel Engine55–60 ft-lbsRetorque with engine at operating temperature

Valve Clearance

EngineConditionIntakeExhaust
Gasoline (Perkins AG4.212)hot0.012"0.015"
Diesel (Perkins AD4.203)hot0.010"0.010"
Diesel (Perkins AD4.203)cold0.012"0.012"

Service Intervals

10-Hour / Daily

  • Engine Crankcase: Check oil level and fill as necessary
  • Transmission / Differential / Hydraulic System: Check oil level and fill as necessary(MF M-1129A only — single dipstick checks both systems)
  • Primary Fuel Filter (Diesel): Inspect agglomerator bowl for water — drain if present(Water in fuel will damage injection pump and injectors)

Daily — First 14 Days

  • Power Steering Reservoir: Check oil level and fill as necessary(MF M-1129A)

50-Hour / Break-In (First 50 Hours Only)

  • Engine Crankcase Oil and Filter: Drain break-in oil, change filter, refill
  • Transmission / Differential / Hydraulic System: Drain break-in oil and refill(MF M-1129A only)
  • Cylinder Head Nuts: Retorque with engine at operating temperature(Gas: 85 ft-lbs / Diesel: 55–60 ft-lbs)
  • Valve Tappet Clearance: Adjust immediately after cylinder head retorque(See valve clearance table)

100-Hour

  • Engine Crankcase Oil and Oil Filter: Drain oil, replace filter, refill
  • Air Filter: Remove, clean, and reinstall — or replace

500-Hour

  • Valve Tappet Clearance: Adjust per specifications(See valve clearance table)
  • Primary Fuel Filter (Diesel): Replace filter element and air-bleed the fuel system

750-Hour / Annual

  • Power Steering: Drain reservoir and refill with fresh oil(MF M-1129A)
  • Transmission / Differential / Hydraulic: Drain and refill with fresh oil(MF M-1129A only)
  • Secondary Fuel Filter (Diesel): Replace filter element and air-bleed the fuel system

Engine Specifications

SpecGasolineDiesel
Engine ModelPerkins AG4.212Perkins AD4.203
Cylinders44
Displacement212 cu. in.203.5 cu. in.
Compression18.5:1
Firing Order1-3-4-21-3-4-2
Idle Speed725–775 rpm725–775 rpm
Max Speed2200–2250 rpm (no load)2135–2185 rpm (no load)
Oil Pressure40–55 psi at 2000 rpm40–55 psi at 2000 rpm
Injection PumpCAV DPA distributor type
Injection Timing26° BTDC
Valve Clearance (Hot)intake 0.012 inch / exhaust 0.015 inch0.010 inch (intake & exhaust)
Valve Clearance (Cold)0.012 inch (intake & exhaust)

Capacities

SystemUSImperial
Fuel Tank18.5 gal15.4 gal
Cooling System10.5 qt8.7 qt
Crankcase — without filter change8 qt6.6 qt
Crankcase — with filter change8.5 qt7.1 qt
Transmission, Differential & Hydraulic8 gal6.7 gal
Power Steering — Gasoline1-1/3 qt1.1 qt
Power Steering — Diesel1-3/4 qt1.4 qt
Steering Gear Housing1 qt0.8 qt
Planetary Reduction Units (each)

Fill each unit separately

1 qt0.8 qt
Shipping Weight~5,200 lbs

Parts in this Assembly (53)

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