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Manitou MSI 30 1997 Parts Catalog

If you’re chasing a part number for an MSI 30 and the aftermarket catalog gives you a number that doesn’t cross, you’re burning time. I’ve seen it happen. Guys order a brake pedal assembly based on a generic photo and it’s the wrong width. That’s a waste of money and a safety issue. This is the factory-issued Manitou MSI 30 1997 Parts Catalog from Manitou North America. 382 pages. It’s not a repair manual – you won’t find torque specs or step-by-step rebuilds here. What it does give you is the exact part number, the correct illustration, and the quantity you need. That’s what you need to order the right brake pedal, the right hydrostatic motor, or the right gasket set. No guesswork.

Brake Pedal Installation: Section 6BB43

The catalog breaks down every system. Look at the Brake Pedal Installation section – 6BB43. That’s a specific reference code, not a page number. Inside you’ll find an illustration with item numbers. Each item maps to a part number, description, and quantity. For the MSI 30, you get the exact OEM parts for the brake pedal assembly, including the pedal itself, return spring, and linkage. No aftermarket cross-reference needed. I’ve used this to verify brake components on a customer’s lift – it saved me a return trip to the dealer.

Does This Catalog Include Numerical Part Numbers?

Yes. Page 5 lists the Alphabetical Contents, and there’s a Numerical Part Numbers Index in the appendix. If you have a part number but don’t know which section it belongs to, you flip to the numerical index. Find the number, and it tells you the section code. Then go to that section for the illustration. That’s a huge time-saver when you’re staring at a box of parts with no labels. The index is thorough – covers everything from the accelerator pedal to the hydrostatic motor.

382 Pages of Factory-Sourced Parts

That’s 382 pages of illustrations and part lists specific to the MSI 30 LPG with serial number 209593 and below. The catalog covers the engine block and oil pan (CD30), cylinder head (CD29), gasket sets (CD28), and even the hydrostatic motor installation (4AB27). Every page is a direct scan from the original 1997 publication. No third-party edits. No reprints. You get the same document that Manitou dealers used to order parts. That matters when you’re trying to match a 20-year-old part number.

Use the Pictorial Contents to Find What You Need

Three indexes at the front: Alphabetical Contents, Pictorial Contents, and Index. The Pictorial Contents shows thumbnail-style images of each parts illustration. If you’re not sure of the name of a component, you scan the pictures. Find the one that looks like your brake pedal or your fuel tank housing, then flip to the corresponding section. It’s a visual system that works fast. I’ve trained new techs to use this – they pick it up in ten minutes.

Hydrostatic Motor Installation: The Correct Part Numbers

Section 4AB27 covers the hydrostatic motor installation. If you’re replacing a motor on your MSI 30, you need the correct bolts, seals, and mounting hardware. The catalog lists every fastener and gasket with part numbers. Don’t trust a generic bolt kit – the factory torque specs for the hydrostatic motor mounting are specific. This catalog gives you the exact components. Pair it with the factory service manual for the torque values, and you’re set.

Period. That’s the value of an OEM parts catalog. It’s not flashy, but it’s accurate. I’ve been torquing bolts for 28 years, and I still use these when I’m stuck on a part number for an older machine.

Can I use this catalog to find torque specs for my engine?

No. This is a parts catalog, not a service manual. For torque values, you need the factory service manual.

How do I look up a part if I don’t know the part number?

Start with the Alphabetical Contents on page 5. Find the category, like ‘BRAKE PEDAL INSTALLATION’. The section code ‘6BB43’ is not a page number but a reference to the illustration page. Then flip to the pictorial contents to find the illustration. Each illustration has item numbers. Match those to the part list. The numerical part numbers index in the appendix helps if you have a number but need to find the section. This system is standard for Manitou factory manuals. It takes a minute to learn, but once you do, you’ll never use a third-party catalog again. The general information on page 3 also explains how to order parts with your truck serial number. That’s critical – the catalog covers serial number 209593 and below, so verify your serial number before ordering.

Access the Factory Manual now and stop chasing parts numbers from sketchy online lists. You’ll have the same reference that dealers use. Manitou MSI 20 25 30 Buggie 1994 Repair Manual is also available if you need the service procedures. Manitou MSI 30 Parts Catalog is this exact product. Manitou MSI 20, MSI 25, MSI 30 Operators Manual | Factory Safety & Operation for daily operation. And for more on engine fundamentals, see this Wikipedia article on diesel engines.