🌱 Spring Maintenance Checklist for Your Kubota Equipment

As winter loosens its grip and the sun begins to shine a little longer each day, it’s time to shake off the snow and get your Kubota equipment ready for spring. Whether you own a compact tractor, RTV, mower, or excavator, routine maintenance is essential to ensure everything runs smoothly when it matters most.

Here’s your complete spring maintenance checklist to keep your Kubota machine in top shape for a productive and trouble-free season.

✅ 1. Inspect and Replace Fluids

Cold weather can thicken fluids and cause condensation in tanks and reservoirs. As part of your spring prep:

• Check engine oil and replace if it wasn’t changed before winter.

• Inspect hydraulic fluid levels and top off if needed.

• Drain and replace coolant if it’s due.

• Flush fuel systems if you’ve noticed hesitation or poor startup—especially if fuel has been sitting all winter.

🔋 2. Test the Battery

Batteries work harder in the cold and often suffer as a result. For spring:

• Ensure battery terminals are clean and corrosion-free.

• Check voltage with a multimeter.

• Fully charge or replace weak batteries before they fail in the field.

🔍 3. Inspect Belts, Hoses, and Filters

Rubber components take a beating over time and cold weather doesn’t help.

• Check belts for cracks, fraying, or looseness.

• Inspect hoses for bulges, leaks, or wear.

• Replace engine air, fuel, and hydraulic filters if they’re dirty or past their service life.

🚜 4. Grease and Lubricate Moving Parts

Proper lubrication protects against wear and prolongs the life of pins, joints, and linkages.

• Grease all zerks as recommended in your operator’s manual.

• Check moving parts on loaders, 3-point hitches, and attachments.

• Apply penetrating oil to rust-prone areas.

🛠 5. Check Tires and Tire Pressure

Freezing temps can lower tire pressure, affecting performance and fuel efficiency.

• Inflate tires to manufacturer specs.

• Inspect for wear, cracks, or embedded debris.

• Don’t forget to check your RTVs and implements too!

💡 6. Inspect Lights and Safety Equipment

Visibility and safety are crucial—especially if you’re working in low-light conditions or on public roads.

• Test headlights, taillights, flashers, and indicators.

• Ensure SMV signs, reflectors, and mirrors are intact and clean.

• Replace bulbs or lenses as needed.

🧹 7. Clean Your Machine Thoroughly

Salt, mud, and debris can accelerate corrosion and hide mechanical issues.

• Power wash your equipment, paying attention to the undercarriage.

• Remove debris from engine compartments, fans, and radiator fins.

• Touch up scratched or chipped paint to prevent rust.

📘 8. Review Your Operator’s Manual

Your Kubota manual includes specific service intervals and maintenance points unique to your model. Use it to guide you through maintenance or prepare for a visit to the service department.

🛠 Need a Hand? Let Us Help You Get Spring-Ready.

At Grande Prairie Kubota, we offer spring service packages tailored to your machine’s needs. Our certified technicians can help you:

• Perform comprehensive inspections

• Replace worn-out components

• Ensure your equipment is field-ready and fully optimized

Avoid the stress of mid-season breakdowns. Book your spring maintenance service today and head into the busy season with confidence!

Let’s get your Kubota working as hard as you do this spring.