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Bobcat 5246, 5247 2003 Parts Catalog

Spent an afternoon chasing a part number that doesn’t match the casting? I’ve been there. That’s why I keep a factory Parts Catalog on the bench – not a reprint, not a scan from someone’s third-party site. This Bobcat 5246, 5247 2003 Parts Catalog is the real deal. 362 pages of OEM part numbers, cross-references, and service schedules that actually match the machine sitting in your shop. If you’re working on a loader with serial number 5246 11001 & Above or 5247 11001 & Above, this is the book you need. Aftermarket guesswork costs time and money. This manual stops both.

Maintenance Items – What You Actually Need

Flip to page 2 and you’ll find the first list: engine oil filter, fuel element, air cleaner cartridges, hydrostatic element, battery, fluid quantities, motor oil grades. Every part number is listed with a remark column and a page reference to the exploded view. For example, the inner air cleaner cartridge is part number 6598362 – see page 179. That’s the kind of detail you don’t get from a generic parts lookup. The manual cross-references each item to the specific service interval, so you don’t have to guess which filter goes where. Bobcat engineers laid this out so a tech can grab the right part on the first trip to the bin.

Service Schedule Intervals – 50 and 250 Hour Checks

Page 5 lays out the 50-hour and 250-hour service schedules. At 50 hours you’re swapping the engine oil filter (part 6675517, 6-pack) and topping off with 10W30 or 15W40 – the exact part numbers for quarts, gallons, and 2.5-gallon containers are all there. At 250 hours you add grease for steering lever pivots, replace the engine/hydrostatic drive belt (part 6736775), lubricate the cooling fan drive gearbox, and swap the alternator belt. No guesswork: the part numbers, quantities, and page references are right there. If you’re running a shop, this schedule keeps your customer’s Bobcat running without callback headaches.

Part Number Cross-Referencing – Getting the Right Filter

One of the biggest headaches on any loader is the hydraulic/hydrostatic fluid. This manual lists multiple container sizes: 2.5-gallon pail (part 6563328), 5-gallon (6722344), and 55-gallon drum (6563330). Each one is tied to the same spec on page 319. When a customer walks in with a 5246 and says “I need the hydraulic fluid,” you hand them the factory number. No cross-referencing to aftermarket substitutes. The Parts Catalog also includes the 6-pack filter option for shops that stock in bulk. That’s the kind of detail that saves you a phone call to the dealer.

OEM vs Third-Party Documentation – Why Factory Specs Matter

I’ve seen aftermarket parts catalogs that list the wrong oil filter thread pitch or leave out the BICSTM system components. This manual is printed by Bobcat Company in 2003, U.S.A. – part number 6902713. It covers the Bobcat Interlock Control System (BICSTM) and includes all the safety warnings you’d expect from a factory document. The wiring diagrams, hydraulic schematics, and torque values are all OEM-verified. If you’re relying on a third-party PDF, you’re taking a risk. This is the same information the dealer tech uses. For related manuals, check out Bobcat 5246 5247 2003 Parts Catalog and Bobcat T3571, T3571L 2005 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Specs or Bobcat S/N 5310, S/N 5309 2005 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Specs. For a broader look at the industry, see Automotive Industry Overview and Automotive Industry Overview.

BICSTM System – What It Covers

The Bobcat Interlock Control System is a safety interlock that prevents operation if the operator isn’t seated or the seat bar isn’t lowered. This manual includes the parts for that system – switches, harnesses, actuators. If you’re replacing a BICSTM component, you need the factory part number, not a generic replacement. The manual lists each part with its serial number range and a page reference to the exploded diagram. That’s the difference between a fix that lasts and a callback next week.

Does this manual cover the S130 loader?

Yes. The OCR excerpt includes Model S130 Loader Parts on pages 2-5. The 5246 and 5247 models share the S130 platform. The manual covers serial numbers 5246 11001 & Above and 5247 11001 & Above.

What fluid capacities are listed?

Hydraulic/hydrostatic fluid in 2.5-gallon, 5-gallon, and 55-gallon drums. Motor oil in quarts, gallons, and 2.5-gallon containers. All part numbers are on page 319.

How many pages does the catalog have?

362 pages.

Is this a digital access or a printed book?

Digital PDF format. You get the exact factory scan – no watermarks, no missing pages. Access the Factory Manual instantly after purchase.

If you’re tired of chasing ghost parts and digging through forums, get the factory document. 362 pages of OEM part numbers, service schedules, and cross-references – all for the Bobcat 5246 and 5247. Access the Factory Manual and put it on your tablet or print it out. Either way, you’ll have the right part number the first time.