Easy lifehacks

Is the JLG telehandler equipped with a thermal bypass valve?

Is the JLG telehandler equipped with a thermal bypass valve?

JLG® telehandler models equipped with the ZF TSC transmission are also equipped with a thermal bypass valve in the cooling circuit to facilitate faster warm-up of the transmission.

Can a Skytrak telehandler have a coolant level fault?

Certain SkyTrak branded telehandlers may experience an intermittent ‘Coolant Level’ fault due to over torque of the coolant level sensor during installation. Certain SkyTrak branded telehandlers may experience an intermittent ‘Coolant Level’ fault due to over torque of the coolant level sensor during installation.

Which is the correct Def solution for JLG SkyTrak?

JLG has received reports of DEF-related engine fault codes on JLG® and SkyTrak® telehandlers equipped with Cummins Tier 4F engines. Ensure the DEF (diesel exhaust fluid) solution is the correct specification. Cummins recommends using only DEF solutions that maintain 32.5% (+ or -1.5%) of urea content by weight.

What does JLG SkyTrak brake pedal enhancement kit do?

Based on feedback from our customers regarding brake application resistance, JLG has developed a SkyTrak® Brake Pedal enhancement kit (14 KB PDF), which can be installed to increase brake pedal travel. The enhancement helps reduce operator fatigue while performing common braking functions.

JLG® telehandler models equipped with the ZF TSC transmission are also equipped with a thermal bypass valve in the cooling circuit to facilitate faster warm-up of the transmission.

Based on feedback from our customers regarding brake application resistance, JLG has developed a SkyTrak® Brake Pedal enhancement kit (14 KB PDF), which can be installed to increase brake pedal travel. The enhancement helps reduce operator fatigue while performing common braking functions.

What kind of transmission does a Skytrak have?

Seems to me those Skytracks had the ZF transmission with a solenoid block to control the clutches. Maybe check the wiring to the coils. IIRC those machines had a bunch of hoses and wiring jammed between the frame and the transmission housing and they liked to rub along that area. I’m drawing a bit of a blank.

Is there a warranty on a JLG service kit?

Warranty: JLG recommends the installation of this service kit at your next maintenance interval. JLG will reimburse your account the cost of the service kit, and one (1.0) hour labor for each unit completed. No travel will be paid in accordance with this Service Letter. This bulletin will expire 12 months after the date of distribution.

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Ruth Doyle