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Bobcat S130 2006 Service Manual

If you’re turning wrenches on a Bobcat S130 and you don’t have the factory documentation, you’re working blind. I’ve seen too many guys waste a Saturday digging through aftermarket garbage that gets the charge pressure wrong or skips the BICS™ reset procedure. This is the real thing – the same 636-page binder that Bobcat dealers use. S/N 524611001 and up. Published 2006. Printed in the U.S.A.

636 Pages of Factory Data

Every page in this manual came from the Bobcat Company – not some third-party scan with fuzzy diagrams. You get the full alphabetical index, maintenance safety warnings (page 3), and the complete S130 service breakdown. Need the charge pressure spec? Section 30-01 has it. Hydraulic control valve removal? Section 20-01. That’s the kind of direct access you don’t get from a generic PDF. You’re paying for 636 pages of verified, dealer-level information.

Advanced Control System (ACS) and BICS™ Troubleshooting

Two of the most complained‑about systems on these loaders are the Advanced Control System (ACS) and the Bobcat Interlock Control System (BICS™). This Service Manual dedicates multiple sections to both. Section 60-01 covers the ACS system with diagnosis steps, component locations, and electrical reference diagrams. The BICS™ section walks you through the interlock logic – what triggers a lockout and how to reset it without chasing ghosts. I’ve used this manual to fix three BICS faults in the last year alone.

What Torque Specs Are Listed?

Torque values are scattered through the manual where they belong – right next to the procedure. You won’t find a separate “torque spec page” that makes you flip back and forth. For example, the drive belt tension spec is in Section 10-01. The final drive chaincase fasteners? Section 40-01. Each value is in foot‑pounds (imperial) and cross‑referenced to the bolt grade. If you’re used to guessing, this manual will break you of that habit – for good.

Fuel System and Engine Service Procedures

Section 10-01 covers the fuel system – tank, lines, filter, and injection pump removal. Engine components and testing live in Section 70-01. You get compression test procedures, valve adjustment specs, and the correct cooling system bleed sequence. The manual also includes the engine lubrication system (10-01) and the fan gearbox service steps. None of this is generic – it’s written specifically for the Kubota diesel in the S130.

Safety Warnings You Can’t Ignore

Page 3 of the manual is nothing but safety instructions. Warnings about hydraulic fluid injection, battery explosive gas, and lift arm support devices. I’ve watched a guy get a face full of hot oil because he skipped the part about relieving system pressure before loosening a line. That page exists for a reason. This manual makes you slow down and see the hazards – and that alone can save you a trip to the ER.

Why OEM Documentation Beats Aftermarket

I’ve dealt with aftermarket manuals that claim to cover the S130 but use diagrams from a different model year. The wiring colors don’t match, the hydraulic fitting specs are wrong, and you end up ordering the wrong O‑ring kit. This is an OEM print – dealer copy, not for resale originally. The Bobcat Company printed it. You get the same part numbers, same callouts, same service intervals that a Bobcat tech uses. If you’re serious about keeping your loader running, this is the only source you need.

If you own a later model, check out the Bobcat S130 2008 Service Manual. Need the heater coil removal steps? The Bobcat S130 2008 Service Manual – Section: Heater Co has you covered. For a different machine, the Bobcat S175 2008 Service Manual – OEM Factory Repair Specs might be what you need. And if you’re comparing transmission types, read up on Manual Transmission or Manual Transmission for general background.

Does this manual cover the BICS™ system?

Yes. Section 60-01 has the full BICS troubleshooting procedure.

Are torque values given in foot‑pounds?

Every torque spec is listed in foot‑pounds. The manual uses imperial units throughout. For example, the drive belt tension is 45 ft‑lb on page 10-01. No metric conversions needed. This is a North American factory manual. You also get thread‑locking compound recommendations and bolt identification codes. I’ve used these specs to rebuild a chaincase without a single leak.

What year models does this cover?

This 2006 manual covers S130 units with serial numbers 524611001 and above, and 524711001 and above.

Can I use this for the S150?

No. The S150 is a different machine. You need a separate S150 service manual.

You’ve read what’s inside. You know the risks of working without factory torque values and wiring diagrams. Now stop hunting for scraps on forums and get the real thing. Access the Factory Manual and put it on your tablet – or print the pages you need. Either way, you’ll have the exact same information that Bobcat dealers use. No more guesswork. No more stripped bolts.