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Terex TLB990 2013 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Manual

If you have ever ordered a seal kit for a digger valve only to find the o‑rings are the wrong cross‑section, you know the cost of guessing. That is why you need the Terex TLB990 2013 Parts Catalog — not a third‑party PDF that was photocopied three times, but the actual factory document that Terex shipped to dealers. This is a 1354‑page original with color index tabs, exploded views, and part numbers that match the production line. I have torqued more bolts than most techs have turned wrenches, and I can tell you: if you work on a TLB990 backhoe loader, this catalog is the first tool you pull out.

What Exactly Is in This Catalog?

Some aftermarket parts lists give you a single exploded view and call it a day. This one breaks the TLB990 into every major system and every variation the factory built. For example, the “Wheels & Tyres” section has separate sub‑sections for Mitas, Continental, Nokian, and Goodyear — both white and yellow paint codes — because the part numbers differ depending on which tire package the machine left the plant with. The “Bonnet” section repeats for white and yellow paint because the base part is the same but the painted trim is a different number. That level of detail is inside every chapter: Automotive Industry Overview might explain why OEM data matters, but this catalog proves it.

Driveline Bolting – Torque Specs Matter

There is a chapter called “Driveline Bolting” that appears twice in the table of contents — do not gloss over it. That is where you find the exact fastener grades and torque values for the driveline flanges. Over‑torque a yoke nut and you crack the bearing; under‑torque and the U‑joint walks. The catalog does not give you torque values in the way a service manual does (that is a different document), but it lists the bolts by Terex part number, which means you can cross‑reference those numbers to the Terex fastener spec sheet. Couple this catalog with the factory service manual and you have the complete package.

Digger Valve: 31 Sub‑Sections for One Assembly

The digger valve section covers sideshift machines with mechanical controls, standard dipper, with and without quick attach — and it repeats over 30 times in the TOC because each variant gets its own exploded view. If you are rebuilding a digger valve on a TLB990 that has the sideshift option and a standard dipper without quick attach, you need the exact page that matches your serial number. The catalog groups these by configuration, so you are not flipping through generic diagrams. Page 267 (approximately) walks you through the spool seals, relief valve cartridge, and the O‑ring kit for that specific variant. Three decades of wrenching taught me that one wrong seal will cost you a whole afternoon of rework.

Cooling System and Charge Air Tubes

The cooling section splits into radiator assemblies with and without air conditioning, and separately lists the charge air tubes for each. If you are replacing a radiator on a TLB990 that has AC, the part number for the charge air tube is different from a non‑AC machine. The catalog shows both diagrams side by side. No guessing. No cross‑shopping between websites. Order from the factory number and be done.

Who Should Buy This Catalog?

This is for anyone who touches a Terex TLB990 — shop owners stocking parts, mobile techs rebuilding transmissions, or an owner who keeps a backhoe at home and wants to stop paying dealer markups. You do not need a Snap‑On scanner to use it; just know your machine’s serial number. The catalog covers Tier 3 Interim and Stage 3B engines (100HP), both the sideshift and centremount chassis, and every transmission variant (servo power synchro 4WS with mechanical or SAHR park brake). It even includes consumable paint codes (white and yellow) so you can order the correct touch‑up can.

Why OEM Documentation Beats Aftermarket

Aftermarket parts catalogs often merge two different machine builds into one drawing. That is how you end up with a filter that does not thread on. This document was printed by Terex in October 2013. The original file name includes the language codes en‑de‑fr‑es and the reference number 28914007966 — each page has a Terex part number, quantity, description, and remarks column. The remarks column tells you if a bolt is superseded or if it requires Loctite. You will not find that in a third‑party PDF. Related manuals for other Terex machines — like the Schaeff-terex SKL 863 2003 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Manual or the Schaeff-terex SKL 853 2003 Parts Catalog – Factory OEM 485 Pages — are structured the same way: correct numbers, correct configurations. The Schaeff-terex SCL 515 2002 Parts Catalog – OEM Factory Manual follows the same philosophy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this parts catalog include torque specifications for the driveline?

No. This is a parts catalog, not a service manual. It lists the part numbers for bolts, bearings, and seals. Torque values are in the factory service manual. However, the catalog shows you which fastener is used, so you can look up the correct torque by the Terex part number from the fastener spec sheet.

How do I find the right page for my TLB990’s digger valve?

Check your machine’s serial number and look for the configuration: sideshift or centremount, mechanical or hydraulic controls, standard or long dipper, with or without quick attach. The catalog’s table of contents groups each variant separately.

Stop wasting time cross‑referencing numbers from forums. Access the Factory Manual and get the exact part numbers Terex stamped on your backhoe. One page from this catalog saves you two trips to the dealer.