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Bobcat S130 2006 Service Manual – What You Need on the Bench

If you’ve ever cracked open an aftermarket manual and found a torque spec that doesn’t match the bolt in your hand, you know the annoyance I’m talking about. That wasted half-hour chasing a leak because some third-party publisher thought “tighten snug” was good enough. This Bobcat S130 2006 Service Manual is the genuine factory print – the same 636 pages the dealer techs use. No guesswork, no generic diagrams. Safety instructions start on page 3 and they don’t mess around: “Never service the Bobcat Skid-Steer Loader without instructions.” That’s the tone we need.

Safety Instructions: Read Before You Touch Anything

The manual kicks off with a full section on fire prevention, exhaust fume hazards, and the correct way to block the loader. It reminds you that hydraulic fluid under pressure can penetrate skin. That’s not a lawyer’s warning – that’s a fact. The lift arm support device procedure is spelled out with part numbers and torque values. If you’re planning to work under raised arms without an approved support, stop. The manual will tell you exactly how to install and remove it. No shortcuts.

7 Maintenance Systems Detailed

From the air cleaner service to the spark arrestor muffler, every maintenance item has its own section. The engine cooling system includes steps for cleaning, checking coolant level, and replacing coolant with the correct mixture. Fuel system specs specify diesel grade and the exact procedure for bleeding air. The engine lubrication system gives you an oil viscosity chart – you won’t need to guess whether 15W-40 is acceptable in San Antonio heat. It’s there.

Hydraulic/Hydrostatic System: Factory Schematics and Torque Data

This is where the OEM manual beats anything you’ll find online. The hydraulic/hydrostatic schematics are full-page, not compressed thumbnails. The glossary of symbols alone saves you from misreading a valve symbol. Tighten procedures for fittings are listed by thread size. Need the relief valve setting? It’s in the troubleshooting chart. The lift and tilt cylinder disassembly/assembly sequence includes identification of every seal and back-up ring. Aftermarket manuals skip these details – this one doesn’t.

BICS™ (Bobcat Interlock Control System) is covered in depth. The control valve section (foot control and ACS) includes solenoid testing procedures, lock valve disassembly, and lift arm by-pass orifice removal. If your S130 won’t start or the lift arms drop unexpectedly, the troubleshooting chart in this manual (page [DATA NEEDED] for the BICS valve section) will tell you which component to check first. I’ve seen shops waste days on electrical gremlins that a quick solenoid test from this manual would have caught in twenty minutes.

Does This Manual Cover the Engine?

Yes – the engine serial number location is noted, plus the full lubrication system, cooling system, and fuel system. Spark arrestor muffler servicing is included. If you need to replace the fan gearbox oil or check the final drive chaincase, those procedures are there with required tool lists. The manual doesn’t assume you have a dealer-level scan tool – it gives you measurement specs you can check with a standard micrometer.

Who Needs This Manual?

DIY owners who bought a used S130 and want to do their own oil changes, filter replacements, and hydraulic fluid swaps. Home garage mechanics who need to rebuild a tilt cylinder without guessing the O-ring size. Also professional technicians who want a backup to their digital subscription – the printed schematics are easier to spread across the workbench than a tablet screen. If you’re towing the loader or transporting it, the manual covers tiedown points and weight distribution.

One more thing – aftermarket manuals often reprint the same diagrams with missing callouts. This is the original Bobcat Company print, dated 2006, part number 6902680. It’s a dealer-copy not for resale – but you can buy it here. That means no blurred text, no missing pages, no “refer to separate manual” nonsense.

How many pages does the Bobcat S130 2006 Service Manual have?

636 pages.

What makes this manual different from a third-party repair book?

This is the same document Bobcat dealers use. It includes OEM torque specifications, full hydraulic schematics with symbol glossaries, BICS™ troubleshooting procedures, and service schedule charts. Third-party books often omit the exact tightening sequence for the hydraulic control valve or the BICS valve solenoid testing steps. You won’t find that missing information here. The manual also covers serial number ranges 524611001 & Above and 524711001 & Above, so you can confirm it fits your machine before you start. If you’re rebuilding a lift cylinder, the manual lists the required O-ring part numbers and the correct assembly order – no guessing.

Bottom line – if you own or work on a Bobcat S130, this 2006 Service Manual belongs on your shelf. It’s a direct copy of the factory documentation, printed on paper you can get greasy. Access the Factory Manual now and keep it in your toolbox. You’ll thank yourself the first time you need to check a torque value or trace a hydraulic line. Related manuals: Bobcat S130 2008 Service Manual, Bobcat S130 2008 Service Manual – Section: Heater Co, Bobcat S175 2008 Service Manual – OEM Factory Repair Specs. For more on skid-steer transmissions, see Manual Transmission and Manual Transmission.