Kubota VC5046 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
MANUAL P/N: 77700-06973
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY
KEEP READY AT ALL TIMES
CENTER PANEL WITH SLIDER
P/N: VC5046
For use with KUBOTA RTV X1140
Rev. C, 10/03/2023

This is the owner’s manual for the Center Panel with Slider kit for the Kubota RTV X1140. This manual includes
installation of the center panel onto the vehicle, with the cab already installed.
This kit is requires:
VC5045 CAB ENCLOSURE, VC5043 or VC5044 CANOPY
Approximate installation time: 40 MINUTES (not including accessories or other cab components)
INTRODUCTION
1
California Proposition 65
WARNING
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,
certain vehicle components and fluids,
contain or emit chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
SAFETY FIRST
This symbol, the industry’s “Safety Alert Symbol”, is used throughout this manual and
on labels on the machine itself to warn of the possibility of personal injury. Read these
instructions carefully. It is essential that you read the instructions and safety regulations
before you attempt to assemble or use this unit.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
DANGER:
WARNING:
CAUTION:
IMPORTANT:
NOTE:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates that equipment or property damage could re-
sult if instructions are not followed.
Gives helpful information.
Legal Disclaimer
Kubota Corporation notes that specifications and technical information are subject to
change without notice and Kubota does not represent or warrant that the information
in this publication is completely accurate or current; however, Kubota used
reasonable efforts to set forth and include accurate and up to date information in this
publication. Kubota disclaims all representations and warranties, whether express or
implied, including, but not limited to, warranties of merchantability and fitness for a
particular purpose and Kubota shall not be liable for any damages, whether
compensatory, direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential, arising out of or in
connection with the use of this publication, or the information therein.
The Product(s) described in this Publication are designed and manufactured only for
the country in which they are initially wholesaled by Kubota. Kubota does not provide
parts, warranty or service for any Product which is re-sold or retailed in any country
other than the country for which the Product(s) were designed or manufactured.

INTRODUCTION 1
TABLE OF CONTENTS 2
SAFETY INFORMATION 3
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION 4
OPERATION 7
INSTALLATION 8
PARTS BREAKDOWN 10
TABLE OF CONTENTS
2

WARNING:
• This kit adds an additional 45lbs (20.4Kg) to the weight of the base vehicle. Deduct the
accessory’s total weight from the vehicle’s rated capacity including driver and passenger. Never
operate the vehicle outside of its rated weight capacity.
• Use proper personal protective equipment during all phases of installation, removal and
operation.
SAFETY INFORMATION
3

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
4

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
5

CARE AND MAINTENANCE:
Check and tighten hardware after 20 hours of operation.
Periodically inspect and tighten hardware for the remainder of the unit’s service life.
Keep the enclosure components clean in order to prevent dust and dirt from forming an unattractive film. The life of
your canopy depends upon following these care procedures:
1. NEVER USE AN ABRASIVE DETERGENT / VEHICLE CLEANER OR A WIRE BRISTLED BRUSH. Do not use
any CITRUS BASED CLEANERS such as orange or lemon. Use of these products may cause permanent
damage.
2. NEVER USE AN ALCOHOL-BASED PRODUCT FOR CLEANING PLASTIC WINDOWS.
Do not use WINDEX, GLASS PLUS, FANTASTIC, etc. Use of these products will result in deterioration
of the plastic windows.
3. Clean the enclosure surfaces thoroughly with warm soapy water and a COTTON cloth or chamois. Be sure to use
mild soap, specifically a dish liquid or equivalent. Clean in a light circular motion for best results.
4. Use EXTRA CAUTION when cleaning the interior of the enclosure.
5. Remove grease and oil with mineral spirits and a COTTON cloth or chamois.
CENTER PANEL SLIDER:
• This center panel kit is designed to separate and seal the front passenger compartment from the rear, and to seal
the front compartment when the vehicle is in two-passenger configuration.
• The center sliding window can be opened from either side, or removed entirely as desired for airflow.
• To remove the sliding window, loosen the thumb screws and rotate the retaining tabs to clear the rubber of the
slider. The window may then be rotated forward and lifted out of the lower tabs. Re-tighten the thumbscrews to
prevent the loss of any hardware.
OPERATION
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Retaining tab
Retaining tab
Lower Panel tabs

All installation procedures listed within this manual are generally representative of the machine model for
which the manual is written. Your machine may be configured differently (e.g. SP1 vs. SP2, etc.), but the outline for
the procedure should still be followed. For further support for any issues not covered within the pages of this manual,
please contact your local Kubota representative.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH:
REQUIRED BEFORE INSTALLATION:
1. Read and understand this entire manual and any other publications for the equipment being operated.
2. Ensure that the surrounding area is clear and that personnel are positioned away from the area where
engagement and disengagement of attachments will occur.
3. Always shut off engine when leaving the operator’s area to perform any portion of the listed procedures.
IMPORTANT:
• The center panel can only be installed after the main structural frame elements of the cab enclosure have been
installed.
• Installing the center panel prior to the canopy and doors will ease the overall assembly.
TOOLS REQUIRED:
•1/2” SAE open ended wrench and socket •Ratchet
•12mm Metric socket •Scissors or shears
•Torque Wrench •Measuring tape
STEP 1: Lower Center Panel
1.1 Convert the rear seat into its rear, four-passenger configuration.
1.2 Remove the upper (4) M8 bolts from the center cross braces of the vehicle ROPS. Do not loosen or remove the
lower bolts (see Figure 1.2).
1.3 Place the lower center panel on top of the ROPS (Roll-Over Protective System) center cross braces, with the top
flange of the panel facing to the rear and the panel in front of the lower tabs on the cab B-pillars.
1.4 Align the panel to the holes in the ROPS and B-pillar tabs and install the M8 bolts into the ROPS. Install the bolts
snug but do not apply final torque.
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Figure 1.2: Lower Center Panel
M8 Vehicle ROPS Bolts
Lower center
panel
M8 Vehicle ROPS Bolt

STEP 2: Upper Center Panel
2.1 Place the upper center panel in front of the upper B-pillar tabs, with the upper flanges facing to the rear (see
Figure 2.1). Secure the panel to the B-pillar tabs, through the upper hole on each side of the upper panel, with
5/16-18 x 3/4” bolts and nuts. Install with bolts on the front side of the panel and leave loose.
2.2 Measure between the upper and lower center panels at each side, adjust to 20-7/8” ± 1/8” (530.6mm ± 3mm) and
tighten the 5/16” bolts snug.
2.3 Cut the supplied foam tape into two pieces, approximately 2” long, and insert the foam into the gaps at the ends
of the front roof cross beams (see Figure 2.1). The foam should completely fill the gap.
STEP 3: Center Side
Panels
3.1 Place each side panel with the bulb rubber against the ROPS frame, in front of the upper and lower center panels
(see Figure 3.1).
3.2 Secure each side panel with (1) 5/16-18 x 3/4” bolt through the lower hole of the upper panel and (2) bolts
through the lower panel, with bolts on front side and nuts on the rear side. Tighten snug.
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Figure 2.1: Upper Center Panel
5/16-18 Bolt
5/16-18 Nut
B-pillar tab
Upper center panel
Insert foam into
these gaps
Figure 3.1: Center Side Panels
Center side panel
5/16-18 Bolts
5/16-18 Nuts
5/16-18 Nut
Lower center panel
Upper center panel

STEP 4: Center Sliding Window
4.1 Rotate the retaining tabs of the upper panel entirely above the upper panel tube and tighten the thumb screws
snug.
4.2 Place the center sliding window on the tabs of the lower center panel with the rubber facing rear, and the drain
holes in the sliding window on the bottom (see Figure 4.2).
4.3 Push the sliding window against the upper panel, loosen the thumb screws, rotate the retaining tabs down and re-
tighten the thumb screws to hold the sliding window in place.
4.4 Verify that the sliding window has clearance to install and remove easily, and no gaps are visible between the
frame and the upper, lower, side panels and sliding window. Re-adjust if necessary.
4.5 Torque the (8) 5/16-18 bolts and (4) M8 bolts to 19 ft-lbs. (25.8 N-m).
4.6 Remove the protective film from both sides of the center sliding window.
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Figure 4.2: Center Sliding Window
Retaining tab
Retaining tab
Lower Panel tabs