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5310 S
Tractor

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
5310 S Tractor
OMRE247111 Issue G6 (ENGLISH)

CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, and other reproductive harm.
If this product contains a gasoline engine:

WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
The State of California requires the above two warnings.

John Deere Equipment Private Limited
Printed in India.

Introduction
Foreword
READ THIS MANUAL carefully to learn how to operate
and service your machine correctly. Failure to do so
could result in personal injury or equipment damage.
This manual and safety signs on your machine may
also be available in other languages (see your John
Deere dealer to order).
THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE CONSIDERED a
permanent part of your machine and should remain
with the machine.
MEASUREMENTS in this manual are given in both
metric and customary U.S. unit equivalents. Use only
correct replacement parts and fasteners. Metric and
inch fasteners may require a specific metric or inch
wrench.
RIGHT-HAND AND LEFT-HAND sides are determined
by facing the direction of forward travel.
WRITE TRACTOR SERIAL (CHASSIS) NUMBER in
the Specification or Identification Numbers section.
Accurately record all the numbers to help in tracing the
machine should it be stolen. Your dealer also needs
these numbers when you order parts. File the
identification numbers in a secure place off the
machine.

BEFORE DELIVERING THIS MACHINE, your dealer
performed a predelivery inspection. After operating for
the first 100 hours, schedule an after-sale inspection
with your dealer to ensure best performance.
THIS TRACTOR IS DESIGNED SOLELY for use in
customary agricultural or similar operations
("INTENDED USE"). Use in any other way is
considered as contrary to the intended use. The
manufacturer accepts no liability for damage or injury
resulting from this misuse, and these risks must be
borne solely by the user. Compliance with and strict
adherence to the conditions of operation, service and
repair as specified by the manufacturer also constitute
essential elements for the intended use.
THIS TRACTOR SHOULD BE OPERATED, serviced
and repaired only by persons familiar with all its
particular characteristics and acquainted with the
relevant safety rules (accident prevention). The
accident prevention regulations, all other generally
recognized regulations on safety and occupational
medicine and the road traffic regulations must be
observed at all times. Any arbitrary modifications
carried out on this tractor will relieve the manufacturer
of all liability for any resulting damage or injury.

SETTING FUEL DELIVERY BEYOND PUBLISHED
factory specifications or otherwise overpowering will
result in loss of warranty protection for this machine.

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Introduction

John Deere 5310 S tractor

NOTE: Tractors shown may have optional equipment.

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Page

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05-1

Working With Speed/Hour Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-7
Stopping the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-8
Using Booster Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-8

Safety Signs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
Controls and Instruments
Tractor Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-3
Lights
Light Switch Positions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using High Beam Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Tail Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Turn Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Hazard Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Flood Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seven-Terminal Outlet—If Equipped. . . . . . . . . .

Driving the Tractor
Operator Training Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving on Public Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shifting Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting a Gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Differential Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stopping Tractor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

20-1
20-2
20-2
20-3
20-4
20-5
20-6
20-6

Rockshaft and 3-Point Hitch
Match Tractor Power to Implement. . . . . . . . . . . 55-1
3-Point Hitch Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-1
Rockshaft Control Levers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-2
Setting Position Control Lever Stop . . . . . . . . . . 55-2
Using Rockshaft Position Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-3
Using Draft Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-4
Adjusting Rockshaft Rate-of-Drop/
Implement lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-5
Preparing Implement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-5
Positioning Center Link. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-6
Attaching Implements to 3-Point Hitch . . . . . . . . 55-7
Adjusting Hitch Side Sway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-8
Leveling the Hitch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-9
Adjusting Lateral Float . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-10
Adjusting Rockshaft Control Lever Friction . . . . 55-10
Warming Hydraulic System Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-11

Operator’s Platform
Selecting Seat Position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-1
Adjusting Ride Comfort. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-1
Break-In Period
Observe Engine Operation Closely. . . . . . . . . . . 35-1
Break-In Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35-1
Prestarting Checks
Service Daily Before Start-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40-1
Operating the Engine
Before Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting the Engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Instruments After Starting . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil Pressure Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Charging System Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air Restriction Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Watch Fuel Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing Engine Speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warming Up the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Restart Stalled Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Avoid Idling the Engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Observe Engine Work and Idle Speeds . . . . . . .

50-1
50-1
50-3
50-3
50-4
50-4
50-5
50-6

45-1
45-2
45-3
45-3
45-3
45-4
45-4
45-4
45-5
45-5
45-6
45-6
45-7

Remote Hydraulic Cylinders
Use Correct Hose Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Control Lever and Coupler Identification—If
Equipped . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting Hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting Single-Acting Cylinder . . . . . . . . . . .
Correcting Reversed Cylinder Response . . . . . .
Neutral Lever Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

60-1
60-1
60-2
60-3
60-3
60-3

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All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on
the latest information available at the time of publication. The right is
reserved to make changes at any time without notice.
COPYRIGHT  2003
DEERE & COMPANY
Moline, Illinois
All rights reserved
A John Deere ILLUSTRUCTION Manual

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Extending/Retracting Cylinder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-4
Disconnecting Hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-5
Drawbar and PTO
Observe Drawbar / Wagon Hitch Load
Limitations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attaching PTO-Driven Implement . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Tractor PTO (Standard) . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Tractor Dual PTO (Optional) . . . . . . .
Adjusting PTO Clutch Operating Rod . . . . . . . . .

65-1
65-1
65-2
65-3
65-4
65-5

Ballast
Planning for Maximum Productivity. . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting Ballast Carefully . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Matching Ballast to Load Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Measuring Wheel Slip—Manually . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ballast Limitations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ballasting Front End for Transport . . . . . . . . . . .
Ballasting Tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Determining Maximum Rear Ballast . . . . . . . . . .
Determining Maximum Front Ballast . . . . . . . . . .
Using Cast Iron Weights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing Rear Cast Iron Weights . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Liquid Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

70-1
70-1
70-1
70-2
70-3
70-4
70-5
70-5
70-5
70-6
70-6
70-7

Fill Fuel Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubricant Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Use Correct Transmission-Hydraulic Filter
Element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmission and Hydraulic Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Grease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuels, Lubricants and Coolant
Handle Fuel Safely—Avoid Fires . . . . . . . . . . . .
Handle Fluids Safely—Avoid Fires . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

85-5
85-5
85-6

Service and Maintenance
Observe Service Intervals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90-1
Break-In Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90-1
Service Intervals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90-2
Service—Every 10 Hours
Check Engine Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Coolant Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drain Water and Sediment From Fuel
Tank and Fuel Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Water Separator Bowl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubricate as Necessary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wheels, Tyres and Treads
Service Tyres Safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-1
Check Implement-to-Tyre Clearance . . . . . . . . . 75-1
Check Tyre Inflation Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-2
Tyre Inflation Pressure Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-3
Tighten Wheel/Axle Hardware Correctly . . . . . . . 75-3
Tighten Bolts—Adjustable Front Axle . . . . . . . . . 75-4
Tighten Bolts—Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-5
Observe Rear Wheel Tread Width Limitations . . 75-5
Tread Settings—Multi-Position Rear Wheels . . . 75-6
Tread Settings—Adjustable Front Axle . . . . . . . . 75-7
Adjust Front Axle Tread Width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-9
Checking Toe-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-10
Adjusting Toe-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-11
Transporting
Use Safety Lights and Devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving Tractor on Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transport on Carrier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing Tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

85-3
85-3
85-4

95-1
95-1
95-2
95-3
95-3

Service—Every 50 Hours
Check Transmission-Hydraulic System
Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clean and Check Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubricate Front Axle Pivot Pin . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubricate Steering Spindles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspect Tyres and Loose Hardwares . . . . . . . .

100-1
100-1
100-1
100-2
100-2

Service—Every 250 Hours
Change Engine Oil and Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspect and Adjust Alternator/Fan Belt . . . . . . .
Lubricate 3-Point Hitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Neutral Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check and Adjust Clutch Pedal Free Play . . . .

110-1
110-2
110-2
110-3
110-3
110-4

Service—Every 500 Hours
Replace Fuel Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115-1
Replace Transmission-Hydraulic Filter . . . . . . . 115-1

80-1
80-1
80-4
80-4

Service—Every 600 Hours
Clean Engine Crankcase Vent Tube. . . . . . . . .
Pack Front Wheel Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Hoses and Hose Clamps for
Tightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubricate Rear Axle Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Engine Idle Speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Front Axle Pivot Pin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjust Engine Valve Clearance . . . . . . . . . . . .

85-1
85-1
85-2
85-2
85-2

115-1
115-1
115-2
115-2
115-3
115-3
115-3

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Service—Every 1250 Hours
Change Transmission-Hydraulic Oil and
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120-1
Clean Transmission-Hydraulic Pickup
Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120-2

Aiming Headlights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replace Headlight Bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replace Tail Light and Warning Light
Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replace Flood Lamp Bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Service—Annually
Replace Air Cleaner Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125-1

140-19
140-20
140-20
140-21
140-22
140-22

Troubleshooting
Engine Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transmission Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hydraulic System Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . .
Brakes Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rockshaft and 3-Point Hitch
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical System Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . .

Service—2 Years/2000 Hours
Flush Cooling System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130-1
Service—As Required
Service Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135-1
Adjust Throttle Friction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135-1
Service
Additional Service Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-1
Service Tractor Safely . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-1
Engine Break-In Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-1
Work In Ventilated Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-2
Using High-Pressure Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-2
Opening Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-2
Removing Side Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-3
Removing Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-3
Air Intake System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-3
Service Air Cleaner at Regular Intervals . . . . . . 140-4
Checking Air Intake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-4
Removing Primary Air Cleaner Element . . . . . . 140-5
Cleaning Primary Element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-5
Washing Primary Element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-6
Inspecting Element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-6
Storing Element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-7
Replacing Alternator/Fan Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-7
Fuel System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-7
Bleeding Fuel System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-8
Do Not Modify Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-8
Engine Cooling System Components . . . . . . . . 140-9
Cleaning Grille, Screens, Radiator and
Oil Cooler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-10
Prevent Battery Explosions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-10
Observe Electrical Service Precautions . . . . . 140-11
Battery Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-11
Removing Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-12
Checking Battery Condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-12
Servicing Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-13
Charging Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-15
Battery Replacement Specifications . . . . . . . . 140-15
Connecting Starter Wiring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-16
Connecting Alternator Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-16
Locating Fusible Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-17
Locating Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-17
Fuse Size and Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-18

145-1
145-5
145-6
145-6
145-7
145-9

Tractor Storage
Storing Tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150-1
Removing Tractor From Storage . . . . . . . . . . . 150-3

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Specifications
John Deere 5310 S Tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ground Speed at Rated Engine Speed
(2400 RPM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Metric Bolt and Cap Screw Torque Values . . . .
Unified Inch Bolt and Cap Screw Torque
Values. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

155-4

Identification Numbers
Identification Plates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Record Tractor Serial (Chassis) Number . . . . .
Record Front Axle Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . .
Record Engine Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Record Transmission Serial Number . . . . . . . .

160-1
160-1
160-1
160-2
160-2

Lubrication Maintenance Record Charts
50, 250 Hour Service Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
500 Hour Service Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
600 Hour Service Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1000,1250 Hour Service Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Annual Service Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2000 Hour Service Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
As Required Service Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

165-1
165-2
165-3
165-4
165-5
165-6
165-7

John Deere Service
John Deere Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Right Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Well Trained Technician . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Prompt Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

170-1
170-1
170-1
170-1

155-1
155-2
155-3

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Safety
Recognize Safety Information

–UN–07DEC88

This is a safety-alert symbol. When you see this symbol
on your machine or in this manual, be alert to the
potential for personal injury.

T81389

Follow recommended precautions and safe operating
practices.

DX,ALERT –19–29SEP98–1/1

Understand Signal Words

TS187

DANGER or WARNING safety signs are located near
specific hazards. General precautions are listed on
CAUTION safety signs. CAUTION also calls attention to
safety messages in this manual.

–19–30SEP88

A signal word—DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION—is
used with the safety-alert symbol. DANGER identifies the
most serious hazards.

DX,SIGNAL –19–03MAR93–1/1

Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and on
your machine safety signs. Keep safety signs in good
condition. Replace missing or damaged safety signs. Be
sure new equipment components and repair parts include
the current safety signs. Replacement safety signs are
available from your John Deere dealer.

TS201

Learn how to operate the machine and how to use
controls properly. Do not let anyone operate without
instruction.

–UN–23AUG88

Follow Safety Instructions

Keep your machine in proper working condition.
Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair the
function and/or safety and affect machine life.
If you do not understand any part of this manual and need
assistance, contact your John Deere dealer.

DX,READ –19–03MAR93–1/1

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Prevent Machine Runaway
Avoid possible injury or death from machinery runaway.

–UN–11JAN89

Do not start engine by shorting across starter terminals.
Machine will start in gear if normal circuitry is bypassed.

TS177

NEVER start engine while standing on ground. Start
engine only from operator’s seat, with transmission in
neutral.

CED,OUO1032,2778 –19–15OCT99–1/1

Operate Tractor Safely
Features designed into your tractor make operation safer
and let it perform a wide variety of jobs. Use your tractor
only for specified jobs it was designed to perform:
implement carrier, load mover, remote power source, or
transport unit—not a recreational vehicle.

Tractor upsets
Improper starting procedures
Crushing and pinching during hitching
Collisions with other motor vehicles
Getting entangled in PTO shafts
Falls from tractors

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Careless use or misuse can result in unnecessary
accidents. Be alert to hazards of tractor operation.
Understand causes of accidents and take every
precaution to avoid them. Most common accidents are
caused from:

TS276

• Put the gear lever in Park position. Leaving
transmission in gear with engine stopped will NOT
prevent the tractor from moving.
• Be sure everyone is clear of tractor and attached
equipment before starting engine.
• Never try to get on or off a moving tractor.
• When tractor is left unattended, put the gear lever in
Park position , stop the engine , remove the key, lower
implements to the ground.

–UN–23AUG88

Avoid accidents by taking the following precautions:

AG,OUO6035,84 –19–18MAY00–1/1

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Use Caution on Hillsides

Driving forward out of a ditch or mired condition or up a
steep slope could cause tractor to tip over rearward. Back
out of these situations if possible.

TS205

Never drive near the edge of a gully or steep
embankment -- it might cave in.

–UN–23AUG88

Avoid holes, ditches, and obstructions which cause the
tractor to tip, especially on hillsides. Avoid sharp, uphill
turns.

Danger of overturn increases greatly with narrow tread
setting, at high speed.
Hitch towed loads only to drawbar. When using a chain,
take up the slack slowly.

AG,OUO6035,65 –19–17MAY00–1/1

When driving on icy, wet or oily surfaces, reduce speed
and be sure tractor is properly ballasted (specially front
tyres)to avoid skidding and loss of steering control.

LV4042

Shift to a low gear before descending a steep hill to
improve your control of the tractor with little or no braking.
Use engine braking to reduce speed before applying
tractor brakes. Run-away tractors often tip over. Never
coast downhill.

–UN–09JUL99

Shift to Low Gear on Hills

Additional ballast may be needed for transporting heavy
hitch mounted implements. When implement is raised,
drive slowly over rough ground, regardless of how much
ballast is used.

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Avoid Tipping
Do not drive where machine could slip or tip.

Take care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment:
• Use only approved drawbar hitch points.
• Limit loads to those you can safely control.
• Use counterweights or wheel weights when suggested
in this operator’s manual.

TS205

Slow down before you make a sharp turn.

–UN–23AUG88

Stay alert for holes, rocks, and roots in the terrain, and
other hidden hazards. Keep away from drop-offs.

Reduce speed and exercise extreme caution on slopes
and in sharp turns to prevent tipping or loss of control. Be
especially cautious when changing direction on slopes.
Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill or
downhill.
If machine stops going up hill:
• STOP the PTO.
• Back down slowly.

MX,AVOIDTIP1A1 –19–22JUL94–1/1

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Back your tractor out if it gets mired down in mud. Unhitch
any towed implements. Dig mud from behind the rear
wheels. Place boards behind the wheels to provide a solid
base and try to back out slowly. If necessary, dig mud
from the front of all wheels and drive slowly ahead.

TS1645

Attempting to free a mired machine can involve safety
hazards such as the mired tractor tipping rearward, the
towing tractor overturning, and the tow chain or tow bar (a
cable is not recommended) failing and recoiling from its
stretched condition.

–UN–15SEP95

Freeing a Mired Machine

TS263

Always hitch to the drawbar of the towing unit. Do not
hitch to the front pushbar attachment point. Before
moving, clear the area of people. Apply power smoothly to
take up the slack: a sudden pull could snap any towing
device causing it to whip or recoil dangerously.

–UN–23AUG88

If necessary to tow with another unit, use a tow bar or a
long chain (a cable is not recommended). Inspect the
chain for flaws. Make sure all parts of towing devices are
of adequate size and strong enough to handle the load.

DX,MIRED –19–07JUL99–1/1

Park Tractor Safely
To park tractor safely:

–UN–26APR89

Disengage PTO.
Lower equipment to the ground.
Put gear shift lever in PARK.
STOP the engine.
Remove key.

Before you leave the operator’s seat, wait for engine and
attachment parts to stop moving.

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Handle Fuel Safely—Avoid Fires

Prevent fires by keeping machine clean of accumulated
trash, grease, and debris. Always clean up spilled fuel.

TS202

Always stop engine before refueling machine. Fill fuel tank
outdoors.

–UN–23AUG88

Handle fuel with care: it is highly flammable. Do not refuel
the machine while smoking or when near open flame or
sparks.

DX,FIRE1 –19–03MAR93–1/1

Prepare for Emergencies
Be prepared if a fire starts.

TS291

Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service,
hospital, and fire department near your telephone.

–UN–23AUG88

Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.

DX,FIRE2 –19–03MAR93–1/1

Wear Protective Clothing

Wear a suitable hearing protective device such as
earmuffs or earplugs to protect against objectionable or
uncomfortable loud noises.

TS206

Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment
or loss of hearing.

–UN–23AUG88

Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment
appropriate to the job.

Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of
the operator. Do not wear radio or music headphones
while operating machine.

DX,WEAR –19–10SEP90–1/1

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Protect Against Noise

TS207

Wear a suitable hearing protective device such as
earmuffs or earplugs to protect against objectionable or
uncomfortable loud noises.

–UN–23AUG88

Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment
or loss of hearing.

DX,NOISE –19–03MAR93–1/1

Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines

Wear close fitting clothing. Stop the engine and be sure
PTO driveline is stopped before making adjustments,
connections, or cleaning out PTO driven equipment.

TS1644

Keep tractor master shield and driveline shields in place
at all times. Make sure rotating shields turn freely.

–UN–22AUG95

Entanglement in rotating driveline can cause serious injury
or death.

DX,PTO –19–12SEP95–1/1

Use Safety Lights and Devices

TS951

Use headlights, flashing warning lights, and turn signals
day and night. Follow local regulations for equipment
lighting and marking. Keep lighting and marking visible,
clean, and in good working order. Replace or repair
lighting and marking that has been damaged or lost. An
implement safety lighting kit is available from your John
Deere dealer.

–UN–12APR90

Prevent collisions between other road users, slow moving
tractors with attachments or towed equipment, and
self-propelled machines on public roads. Frequently check
for traffic from the rear, especially in turns, and use turn
signal lights.

DX,FLASH –19–07JUL99–1/1

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Safely Transporting the Tractor

LV610

Never tow a tractor at a speed greater than 16 km/h (10
mph). An operator must steer and brake the tractor under
tow.

–UN–22APR94

A disabled tractor is best transported on a flatbed carrier.
Use chains to secure the tractor to the carrier.

MX,SAIP,LA1 –19–29JUL94–1/1

Observe these recommended maximum road speeds, or
local speed limits which may be lower:
• If towed equipment does not have brakes, do not travel
more than 32 km/h (20 mph) and do not tow loads more
than 1.5 times the tractor weight.
• If towed equipment has brakes, do not travel more than
40 km/h (25 mph) and do not tow loads more than 4.5
times the tractor weight.

TS216

Stopping distance increases with speed and weight of
towed loads, and on slopes. Towed loads with or without
brakes that are too heavy for the tractor or are towed too
fast can cause loss of control. Consider the total weight of
the equipment and its load.

–UN–23AUG88

Tow Loads Safely

Ensure the load does not exceed the recommended
weight ratio. Add ballast to recommended maximum for
tractor, lighten the load, or get a heavier towing unit. The
tractor must be heavy and powerful enough with adequate
braking power for the towed load. Use additional caution
when towing loads under adverse surface conditions,
when turning, and on inclines.

DX,TOW –19–02OCT95–1/1

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Keep Riders Off Machine

TS290

Riders on machine are subject to injury such as being
struck by foreign objects and being thrown off of the
machine. Riders also obstruct the operator’s view resulting
in the machine being operated in an unsafe manner.

–UN–23AUG88

Only allow the operator on the machine. Keep riders off.

DX,RIDER –19–03MAR93–1/1

Practice Safe Maintenance
Understand service procedure before doing work. Keep
area clean and dry.
Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is
moving. Keep hands, feet , and clothing from
power-driven parts. Disengage all power and operate
controls to relieve pressure. Lower equipment to the
ground. Stop the engine. Remove the key. Allow machine
to cool.
Securely support any machine elements that must be
raised for service work.

On towed implements, disconnect wiring harnesses from
tractor before servicing electrical system components or
welding on machine.

TS218

On self-propelled equipment, disconnect battery ground
cable (-) before making adjustments on electrical systems
or welding on machine.

–UN–23AUG88

Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix
damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts.
Remove any buildup of grease, oil, or debris.

DX,SERV –19–17FEB99–1/1

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Service Tractor Safely

LV828

Tighten wheel hardware to correct torque as specified in
Wheels, Tyres and Tread section. Torque at intervals
shown in Break-In Period and Lubrication and
Maintenance sections, to ensure that wheel hardware
does not loosen.

–UN–08AUG94

Do not service the tractor while it is in motion or while the
engine is running.

Reinstall shields removed during service.

AG,OUO6035,70 –19–17MAY00–1/1

Work In Ventilated Area

TS220

If you do not have an exhaust pipe extension, open the
doors and get outside air into the area

–UN–23AUG88

Engine exhaust fumes can cause sickness or death. If it is
necessary to run an engine in an enclosed area, remove
the exhaust fumes from the area with an exhaust pipe
extension.

DX,AIR –19–17FEB99–1/1

Do not support the machine on cinder blocks, hollow tiles,
or props that may crumble under continuous load. Do not
work under a machine that is supported solely by a jack.
Follow recommended procedures in this manual.

TS229

Always lower the attachment or implement to the ground
before you work on the machine. If the work requires that
the machine or attachment be lifted, provide secure
support for them. If left in a raised position, hydraulically
supported devices can settle or leak down.

–UN–23AUG88

Support Machine Properly

When implements or attachments are used with a
machine, always follow safety precautions listed in the
implement or attachment operator’s manual.

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TS953

Flammable spray can be generated by heating near
pressurized fluid lines, resulting in severe burns to
yourself and bystanders. Do not heat by welding,
soldering, or using a torch near pressurized fluid lines or
other flammable materials. Pressurized lines can
accidentally burst when heat goes beyond the immediate
flame area.

–UN–15MAY90

Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines

DX,TORCH –19–10DEC04–1/1

Avoid High-Pressure Fluids

Search for leaks with a piece of cardboard. Protect hands
and body from high pressure fluids.

X9811

Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before
disconnecting hydraulic or other lines. Tighten all
connections before applying pressure.

–UN–23AUG88

Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin
causing serious injury.

If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Any fluid
injected into the skin must be surgically removed within a
few hours or gangrene may result. Doctors unfamiliar with
this type of injury should reference a knowledgeable
medical source. Such information is available from Deere
& Company Medical Department in Moline, Illinois, U.S.A.

DX,FLUID –19–03MAR93–1/1

Service Cooling System Safely

TS281

If radiator cap must be removed, do not remove when
engine is hot. Shut engine off and wait until cap is cool
enough to touch with bare hands. Slowly loosen cap to
first stop to relieve pressure before removing completely.

–UN–23AUG88

Explosive release of fluids from pressurized cooling
system can cause serious burns.

AG,OUO1032,2682 –19–30SEP99–1/1

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Store Attachments Safely

TS219

Securely store attachments and implements to prevent
falling. Keep playing children and bystanders away from
storage area.

–UN–23AUG88

Stored attachments such as dual wheels, cage wheels,
and loaders can fall and cause serious injury or death.

DX,STORE –19–03MAR93–1/1

Prevent Acid Burns
Sulfuric acid in battery electrolyte is poisonous. It is strong
enough to burn skin, eat holes in clothing, and cause
blindness if splashed into eyes.
Avoid the hazard by:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

Filling batteries in a well-ventilated area.
Wearing eye protection and rubber gloves.
Avoiding breathing fumes when electrolyte is added.
Avoiding spilling or dripping electrolyte.
Use proper jump start procedure.

If you spill acid on yourself:

–UN–23AUG88

1. Flush your skin with water.
2. Apply baking soda or lime to help neutralize the acid.
3. Flush your eyes with water for 15—30 minutes. Get
medical attention immediately.
If acid is swallowed:

TS203

1. Do not induce vomiting.
2. Drink large amounts of water or milk, but do not
exceed 2 L (2 quarts).
3. Get medical attention immediately.

DX,POISON –19–21APR93–1/1

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Service Tires Safely
Explosive separation of a tire and rim parts can cause
serious injury or death.
Do not attempt to mount a tire unless you have the proper
equipment and experience to perform the job.
Always maintain the correct tire pressure. Do not inflate
the tires above the recommended pressure. Never weld or
heat a wheel and tire assembly. The heat can cause an
increase in air pressure resulting in a tire explosion.
Welding can structurally weaken or deform the wheel.

TS211

Check wheels for low pressure, cuts, bubbles, damaged
rims or missing lug bolts and nuts.

–UN–23AUG88

When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and extension
hose long enough to allow you to stand to one side and
NOT in front of or over the tire assembly. Use a safety
cage if available.

DX,RIM –19–24AUG90–1/1

Dispose of Waste Properly

Do not pour waste onto the ground, down a drain, or into
any water source.

TS1133

Use leakproof containers when draining fluids. Do not use
food or beverage containers that may mislead someone
into drinking from them.

–UN–26NOV90

Improperly disposing of waste can threaten the
environment and ecology. Potentially harmful waste used
with John Deere equipment include such items as oil, fuel,
coolant, brake fluid, filters, and batteries.

Inquire on the proper way to recycle or dispose of waste
from your local environmental or recycling center, or from
your John Deere dealer.

AG,OUO1032,2683 –19–30SEP99–1/1

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Warning Labels
Keep warning labels in good condition, replace if not in
readable condition.

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–UN–11JUL06

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LV1932

–UN–11JUL06

–19–02JUN97

Top surface of PTO shield

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–UN–25JUN01

–19–04NOV05

Just below starter body

Left fender
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–UN–24FEB04

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–UN–18NOV04

Safety Signs

Top of Battery

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–UN–29DEC04

–UN–06DEC05

GENERIC,0000038 –19–28JUN06–3/4

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Right Fender

Right Fender

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PY5158

–UN–17FEB06

Tractor Controls

A—Steering Wheel
B—Hand Throttle
C—Horn Button

D—Light Switch
E—Hazard Switch
F—Turn Signal Switch

G—Clutch Pedal
H—Key Switch

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I—Foot Throttle
J—Brake Pedal

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–UN–26JAN05

–UN–19JAN06

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–UN–06MAR06

–UN–16FEB06

Controls and Instruments

.
A—Selective Control Lever
B—Rockshaft Position Control
Lever

C—Rockshaft Draft Control
Lever
D—Gear Shift Lever

E—PTO Shift Lever
F—Range Shift Lever
G—Rockshaft Rate-of- drop
Knob

H—Differential Lock Pedals

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–UN–02JUN06

Instrument Panel

A—Air Restriction Indicator
B—High Beam Indicator
C—Hour Meter

D—Charging System Indicator
E—Engine Oil Pressure
Indicator

F—Coolant Temperature
Gauge
G—Turn Signal Direction
Indicators

H—Tachometer
I—Fuel Gauge

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Light Switch Positions
Tractor light switch has five positions:
A—Turns off all lights.

C—Turns on dim headlights, tail lights and warning lights.
Turn switch to this position before meeting other vehicles.

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D—Turns on bright headlights, tail lights and warning
lights. For highway driving during night time

–UN–11JAN05

B—Turns on warning lights only. Use for parking the
vehicle

E—Turns on high beamlight.

–UN–21AUG04

F— Switch on flood light (plough lamp). for field use only.
Do not use on roads. Flood light might blind or confuse
other drivers.

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A—Lights Off
B—Warning Lights Position
C—Dim Headlights,Tail Lights and Warning Light
Position
D—Bright Headlights, Tail Lights and Warning Lights
Position
E—High Beamlights
F—Flood Light Switch

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Using Headlights
Dual-beam headlights (F) are switched on by either “High
Beamlight” (E), “Bright Headlight” (D), or “Dim Headlight”
(C) light switch positions.
Always dim lights before meeting another vehicle.

–UN–11JAN05

Keep headlights adjusted properly, (see Adjusting
Headlights in Service section).

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–UN–23FEB06

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A—Lights Off
B—Warning Lights Position
C—Dim Headlights, Tail Lights, and Warning Light
Position
D—Bright Headlights, Tail Lights and Warning Lights
Position
E—High Beamlight
F—Headlights

GENERIC,000003B –19–11JUL06–1/1

Using High Beam Indicator

–UN–02JUN06

High beam indicator (A) should glow when light switch is
turned to “Bright Headlight” position or “Flood Light”
position. Bright headlights, tail lights, flood light and
warning lights should be on.

PY5768

A—High Beam Indicator

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Using Tail Lights
Red tail lights (A) are switched on by either bright
headlight or dim headlight light switch position.
–UN–22APR05

Be sure tail light lenses are clean before driving on a
road, so other drivers can see it easily.

PY4883

CAUTION: Prevent collisions between other
road users, slow moving tractors with
attachments or towed equipment, and
self-propelled machines on public roads.
Frequently check for traffic from the rear,
especially in turns, and use hand signals or
turn signal lights.

A—Tail Lights
B—Reflex Reflector
C—Turn Signal Lights

Use headlights, flashing warning lights, and
turn signals day and night. Follow local
regulations for equipment lighting and marking.
Keep lighting and marking visible and in good
working order. Replace or repair lighting and
marking that has been damaged or lost. An
implement safety lighting kit is available from
your John Deere dealer.

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–UN–17FEB06
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–UN–23FEB06

Using Turn Signals

Move turn signal lever (A) down to indicate left-hand turn
or up for right-hand turn. Indicator lights (D) will flash to
signal turn direction.

–UN–02JUN06

When lever is up, front and rear turn lights on right-hand
side (C) will flash . When lever is down, front and rear turn
lights on left-hand side (B) will flash.

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NOTE: Be sure to manually return lever to center position
after turning.

A—Turn Signal Lever
B—Left-Hand Lights
C—Right-Hand Lights
D—Dash Indicator Lights

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–UN–28DEC04

–UN–28DEC04

Using Hazard Lights

Rear lights

Front light

–UN–20FEB06

All 4 turn signal lights ( 2 front and 2 rear) start to blink
when hazard light switch (C) is pulled out. Use harzard
lights to warn approaching vehicles when tractor is
stopped on the road

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A—Turn Signal Light on Rear Side
B— Turn Signal Light on Front Side
C— Hazard Light Switch

Hazard Light Switch

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Using Flood Lamp

PY4150

–UN–20FEB06

A—Lights Off
B—Warning Lights Position
C—Dim Headlights, Tail Lights and Warning Light
Position
D—Bright Headlights, Tail Lights and Warning Lights
Position
E—High Beamlight
F—Horn
G—Flood Lamp
H—Flood Light Switch

PY4106

CAUTION: When operating on a road, move
light switch to either “Bright or Dim Head
Lamp” positions Never use flood lamp when
transporting. A clear, bright light at the rear of
the tractor could confuse drivers of other
vehicles as they approach from the rear.

–UN–23FEB06

Flood lamp (G) is switched on by “Flood Light (H)” switch
. Horn (F) is located just right-hand side of light switch

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Seven-Terminal Outlet—If Equipped

–UN–21FEB06

Outlet (A) is used to connect lights, turn signals, and
remote electrical equipment on trailers or implements.
Always use auxiliary light on towed implement when
tractor rear signals and other lights are obscured.

Terminal

Function

PY5525

NOTE: Matching plug is available through your John
Deere dealer.
Wire Color

1

Ground

Black

2

Flood Lamp

Purple

3

Left Turn

Dark Green

4

Accessory

Red

Right Turn

Dark Green

Tail Lamp

Gray

7

Accessory

Red
–UN–23FEB06

5
6

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A—Seven-Terminal Outlet

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Selecting Seat Position

Seat can be moved forward or backward depending on
operator’s requirement. To move seat on either side, just
lift lever (A) and push the seat.

PY1032

A—Seat Adjustment Lever

–UN–24JUN01

Deluxe Seat

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Adjusting Ride Comfort
Adjustment knob is located behind seat.

–UN–24JUN01

Weight markings are given on the rear of seat.Turn
adjustment knob (A) for a firm or soft ride. Seat
suspension will function properly relative to operator’s
weight.

PY1033

A—Weight Adjustment Knob

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Observe Engine Operation Closely

–UN–02JUN06

IMPORTANT: The engine is ready for normal
operation. Be extra cautious during the
first 100 hours, until you become
thoroughly familiar with the sound and
feel of your new tractor. Stay extra
attentive and alert.

PY5769

Warm up tractor carefully. Check charging (A) and oil
pressure (B) warning indicator lights and coolant
temperature gauge (C).
A—Charging Indicator
B—Oil Pressure Indicator
C—Coolant Temperature Indicator

Avoid unnecessary engine idling.
Check engine oil, coolant, and transmission/hydraulic fluid
levels frequently. Watch for fluid leaks.

NOTE: If engine oil must be added, use seasonal
viscosity grade oil. Use only lubricants meeting
specifications given in the Fuels, Lubricants, and
Coolant section.

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Break-In Service
IMPORTANT: Keep wheel hardware tight to avoid
tractor damage. Check wheel
hardware torque before operating,
twice during first ten hours of
operation, after fifty hours of
operation, and periodically
thereafter.

Tighten wheel hardware. (See Wheels, Tyres, and
Treads section)

During the First 10 Hours of Operation:

After the First 100 Hours of Operation:

Perform daily or 10 hours service. (See Service
Intervals in Lubrication and Maintenance section)

Replace transmission-hydraulic filter element

Check alternator/fan belt tension and tighten air intake
and cooling system hose clamps
Perform 50 Hours Service

Change engine oil and filter1
Tighten wheel hardware. (See Wheels, Tyres, and
Treads section)

After the First 1100 Hours of Operation:

After the First 50 Hours of Operation:

Change transmission-hydraulic oil

1

See Engine Break-In Oil in Service section for additional
information.
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Service Daily Before Start-Up
1. Check the engine oil level. Wipe dipstick (A) off and
reinsert it fully. Remove and locate oil level.

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–UN–19JUN06

Safe operating range is between two marks on
dipstick. Do not operate engine when oil level is below
lower mark on dipstick. Add recommended engine oil
through filler hole (B). (See Fuel, Lubricants, and
Coolant section for oil specifications.)
CAUTION: DO NOT remove radiator cap or drain
coolant until coolant is cold. Always loosen
radiator cap slowly to relieve any excess
pressure.

–UN–17FEB06

2. Check coolant level in recovery tank (C). If engine is
COOL and level is below “LOW” mark, add coolant to
recovery tank to bring level to “LOW” mark.

3. Lubricate the following items at 10 hour intervals if
operating in extremely wet or muddy conditions.

PY5511

NOTE: Coolant level with a cold engine should be at the
“LOW” mark. A tractor at operating temperature
should have a coolant level at the “HOT FULL”
mark.
A—Engine Oil Dipstick
B—Engine Oil Filler Cap
C—Recovery Tank
D—Radiator Cap

• Front axle pivot pin(s)
• Steering spindles
• Tie rod ends
Use multipurpose grease. For detailed information see
Lubrication and Maintenance section.

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TS220

PY5512

–UN–23AUG88

–UN–17FEB06

Before Starting the Engine

CAUTION: Prevent asphyxiation. Engine
exhaust fumes can cause sickness or death to
you or someone else.

2. Place Gear shift lever (A) in neutral (N) or Park and
Range shift lever (B) in Neutral position. Starter will not
operate if gear shift lever is not in these positions.

PY5527

1. Check fuel gauge to be sure tractor has plenty of fuel.

–UN–21FEB06

If you must operate engine in a building, be
positive there is adequate ventilation. Either use
an exhaust pipe extension to remove the
exhaust fumes or open doors and windows to
bring enough outside air into the area.

3. Place rockshaft control levers (D and E) in lower
position.

–UN–14DEC04

4. Check indicator lights. Indicators should illuminate
when key switch is turned to the “ON” position.

PY4316

If any indicator does not function properly, see your
John Deere dealer.

A—Gear Shift Lever
B—Range Shift Lever
C—PTO Lever
D—Rockshaft Draft Control Lever
E—Rockshaft Position Control Lever

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Starting the Engine

–UN–11JAN89

1. Push hand throttle (A) forward off idle position
(approximately 1/3 of full throttle). Engine may not start
with throttle pulled completely down.
CAUTION: Avoid possible injury or death from a
machine runaway.

TS177

Do not start engine by shorting across starter
terminals. Machine will start in gear and move if
normal circuitry is bypassed.
Start engine only from operator’s seat with
transmission in NEUTRAL.
NEVER start engine while standing on ground.

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2. Depress clutch pedal and turn key switch fully
clockwise (B) to engage starter. Release key when
engine starts. If key is released before engine starts,
wait until starter and engine stop turning before trying
again.

–UN–13JAN05

IMPORTANT: DO NOT run a cold engine at full
throttle. Engine should be kept at idling
for 30 sec before the RPM is increased,
this should be strictly followed
otherwise sudden acceleration may
damage the Turbocharger.

A—Hand Throttle
B—Key Switch On

IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate starter more than 20
seconds at a time. If engine does not
start, wait at least two minutes for the
starter motor to cool before trying
again. If engine does not start in four
attempts, refer to “Troubleshooting”
section.

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Check Instruments After Starting

–UN–02JUN06

IMPORTANT: If charging system (A) or oil pressure
(B) indicators fail to go out, or
temperature gauge (C) indicates hot,
stop engine and determine the cause.

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A—Charging System Indicator
B—Oil Pressure Indicator
C—Temperature Gauge

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Oil Pressure Indicator

–UN–02JUN06

Oil pressure indicator (A) will light if engine oil pressure is
low. Indicator should light when key is turned to engage
starter and go out when engine starts.

If low oil level is not the problem, see your John Deere
dealer.

PY5770

IMPORTANT: NEVER operate engine without
sufficient oil pressure. If indicator stays
lit for longer than five seconds under
normal operating conditions, stop
engine and check for cause.

A—Oil Pressure Indicator

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Charging System Indicator

PY5771

If indicator stays lit for longer than five seconds in normal
operation, stop engine and check for cause. If loose or
broken fan belt is not the cause, see your John Deere
dealer.

–UN–02JUN06

Charging system indicator (A) will light when alternator
output is low. Indicator should light when key is turned to
engage starter, and go out when engine starts.

A—Charging System Indicator

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Air Restriction Indicator
Air restriction indicator (A) will light if air cleaner becomes
plugged. Service air cleaner as soon as possible.
–UN–31MAY06

Indicator should light momentarily when key is turned
slowly to starter engagement position.

PY5731

A—Air Restriction Indicator

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Coolant Temperature Gauge

–UN–02JUN06

The needle on the temperature gauge (A) rises as engine
warms up. If needle reaches red zone, stop engine and
determine the cause.

Check coolant level in radiator when engine cools. Also
check grille, radiator and radiator side screens for
plugging. Check fan belt tension. If problem is not
corrected, see your John Deere dealer.

PY5773

CAUTION: DO NOT remove radiator cap or drain
coolant until coolant is cold. Always loosen
radiator cap slowly to relieve any excess
pressure.

A—Coolant Temperature Gauge

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Watch Fuel Level

Should tractor run out of fuel and not start in several tries,
air must be bled from fuel system. (See Bleeding Fuel
System in Service section).

PY5774

IMPORTANT: Use diesel fuel only. See Fuel and
Lubricants section for fuel
specifications.

–UN–02JUN06

Stop to refuel before gauge (A) reaches empty mark.

A—Fuel Gauge

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Changing Engine Speeds
To increase speed, push hand throttle (A) forward.

PY4485

CAUTION: Engine should be kept at idling for
30 sec before the RPM is increased, this should
be strictly followed otherwise sudden
acceleration may damage the Turbocharger.

–UN–16FEB06

To temporarily increase engine speed above hand throttle
setting, depress foot throttle (B).

PY4937

–UN–01JUN06

A—Hand Throttle
B—Foot Throttle

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Warming Up the Engine

1. Idle engine at about 1200 rpm for 1 to 2 minutes (2 to
4 minutes in cold weather) .

PY5775

2. Run engine at about 1900 rpm and under light load
until engine reaches normal operation condition.

–UN–02JUN06

Do not place tractor under full load until it is properly
warmed up.

NOTE: If hydraulic functions are slow, see Warming
Hydraulic Oil in Rockshaft and 3-Point Hitch
section.

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Restart Stalled Engine

–UN–06JUN06

CAUTION: DO NOT run a cold engine at full
throttle. Engine should be kept at idling for 30
sec before the RPM is increased, this should be
strictly followed otherwise sudden acceleration
may damage the Turbocharger.

PY4001

Should the engine stall when operating under load,
depress clutch (A) and restart it immediately to prevent
abnormal heat build up and continue with normal
operation or operate at slow idle for one or two minutes
before stopping.
A—Clutch Pedal

CAUTION: Engine should not be shut off at high
RPM, deacceleration should be done slowly &
engine should be kept at idling for 15-30 sec
when the engine is stopped.

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Avoid Idling the Engine

PY5775

If tractor must be left with the engine running more than
three or four minutes, minimum engine speed should be
1200 RPM.

–UN–02JUN06

Allowing engine to idle at low RPM uses fuel inefficiently,
and can cause a build-up of carbon in the engine.

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Observe Engine Work and Idle Speeds

Normal working speed is 1600—2400 RPM rated speed.
Within these limits engine can be put under full load.

PY5775

For correct PTO speed, run engine at 2376 RPM for
standard 540 RPM operation (load requiring full engine
power).

–UN–02JUN06

Slow idle speed should be 800-875 RPM. At light or no
load, full throttle speed will increase to 2500 RPM.

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Working With Speed/Hour Meter
Tachometer (A) shows engine RPM, read in hundreds.

PY5776

Hour meter (C) shows hours of operation in full hours and
tenths.

–UN–02JUN06

For 540 RPM PTO speed, increase engine speed until
tachometer needle is aligned with 2376 RPM mark (B).

A—Hourmeter
B—2376 RPM Mark (540)
C—Tachometer

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Stopping the Engine
1. Pull hand throttle (A) down to slow idle position. Allow
engine to idle for one to two minutes.
2. Put gear shift lever in Park position (B).

–UN–13JAN05

IMPORTANT: Cooling of certain engine parts is
provided by engine oil. Stopping a hot
engine suddenly could cause damage
to these parts by overheating or lack of
lubrication.

PY4501

3. Turn key switch to the OFF position.
CAUTION: Engine should not be shut off at high
RPM, deacceleration should be done slowly &
engine should be kept at idling for 15-30 sec
when the engine is stopped for a gap of 1 hr.
Remove key from key switch to prevent
operation by untrained personnel.

A—Hand Throttle
B—Key Switch OFF

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Using Booster Battery
Battery gas is explosive:

–UN–12JUL06

DO NOT smoke while charging battery.
Keep all flames and sparks away.
DO NOT charge frozen battery.
DO NOT connect booster battery negative (—) cable to
starting vehicle negative (—) terminal.

PY5821

•
•
•
•

1. Access battery. (See procedure in Service section.)
2. Connect positive (+) booster cable to booster battery
positive (+) post (D).
3. Connect the other end of positive (+) booster cable to
tractor battery positive (+) post (A).

A—Tractor Battery Positive (+) Post
B—Engine Ground
C—Booster Battery Negative (—) Post
D—Booster Battery Positive (+) Post

4. Connect negative (—) booster cable to booster battery
negative (—) post (C).
5. Connect the other end of negative (—) booster cable to
engine ground (B), away from battery and starter.

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Operator Training Required
• Study the Operation section of this manual before
operating tractor.
• Operate tractor in an open, unobstructed area under
direction of an experienced operator.

• Learn use of all controls.
• Operator experience is required to learn moving,
stopping, turning and other operating characteristics
of tractor.

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Driving on Public Roads

PY4938

–UN–21FEB06

CAUTION: When transporting on a public road
or highway, use accessory lights and devices
for adequate warning to operators of other
vehicles. Check local governmental regulations.
Various safety devices are available from your
John Deere dealer. Keep safety items in good
condition. Replace missing or damaged items.
Observe the following precautions when operating the
tractor on the road:
A—Brake Pedals Locking Plate

CAUTION: Before operating tractor on a road,
lock brake pedals together. Use brake lightly
and cautiously at transport speeds.
1. Couple brake pedals together using brake locking bar
(A). Avoid hard applications of brakes. Reduce speed if
towed load weighs more than the tractor and is not
equipped with brakes.
Use additional caution when transporting towed loads
under adverse surface conditions and when turning or
braking on inclines. Be sure wheel tread is adjusted
wide to provide maximum stability.
IMPORTANT: To prevent unnecessary wear, never
ride the brakes by resting a foot on the
pedals.

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PY4883

–UN–15JUN06

–UN–22APR05

Driving the Tractor

2. Check local laws and regulations for lighting
requirements. Be sure turn signal lights (C) and tail
lights (A) are clean and visible.
3. Turn light switch to position (E).
–UN–10JAN06

Always turn light switch to dim lights position (E) when
meeting another vehicle. Never use flood lamps or any
other lights which could blind or confuse other drivers.

5. Drive slowly enough to maintain safe control at all
times. Before descending a hill, shift to a gear low
enough to control speed without using brakes. Slow
down for rough ground, and sharp turns, especially
when transporting heavy, rear mounted equipment.

PY4469

4. Use turn signal when turning. Be sure to return lever
(F) to center position after turning.
A—Tail Light
B—Reflex Reflector
C—Turn Signal Light
D—Bright Headlight Switch Position
E—Dim Headlight Switch Position
F—Tail Signal Lever

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PY3099

PY4000

–UN–10JAN06

–UN–23FEB06

Operating Transmission

Left Side

Right Side

A—Range Shift Lever

B—Speed Shift Lever

Range shift lever (A) provides three forward speed
ranges, (A, B & C).

Range shift must be in neutral for the engine to be
started.

Using range and speed shift levers in different
combinations, nine forward speeds and three reverse
speeds can be obtained.

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Depress clutch pedal (A) and stop tractor before shifting
either range shift lever or gear shift lever. Release clutch
pedal gradually to take up load smoothly.

PY4001

IMPORTANT: To prevent transmission damage, do
not use speed shift on-the-go. To
prevent unnecessary wear, never “ride”
the clutch by resting a foot on the
pedal.

–UN–06JUN06

Shifting Transmission

A—Clutch Pedal

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Selecting a Gear

–UN–02JUN06

IMPORTANT: To extend drive train life and avoid
excessive soil compaction and rolling
resistance when using ballast, operate
one gear lower than normal.

PY5775

The tractor may be operated in any gear with engine
speeds between 1400 RPM and 2400 rated engine RPM.
Within these limits the engine can be put under full load.
For light load operation, use a higher gear and lower
engine speed. This saves fuel and reduces wear.
Ground Speed Estimates for different tyre sizes are
located in Specifications section.

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Using Brakes

–UN–21FEB06

CAUTION: Before operating tractor on a road,
lock pedals together. Use brake lightly and
cautiously at transport speeds.

PY4938

Use individual brakes to assist in making sharp turns.
Disengage brake pedal locking bar (A) and depress only
one brake pedal.
To stop tractor, depress both brake pedals.
IMPORTANT: To prevent unnecessary wear, never
ride the brakes by resting a foot on the
pedals.

A—Brake Pedals Locking Plate

Reduce speed if towed load is not equipped with brakes
and weighs more than the tractor. Avoid hard braking
applications.Use additional caution when transporting
towed loads under adverse conditions, when turning or
stopping on inclines.

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Using Differential Lock

–UN–11JUN02

CAUTION: DO NOT operate tractor at high
speed or attempt to turn with differential lock
engaged.

PY1202

IMPORTANT: To prevent damage to drive train, DO
NOT engage differential lock when one
wheel is spinning and the other is
completely stopped by the respective
brake.
A—Differential Lock Pedal

When one wheel starts to lose traction, engage differential
lock by depressing pedal (A) down.
Keep the pedal pressed till the traction at both the tyres
equalizes & tractor comes out of the diych. If lock does
not disengage, depress one brake pedal and then the
other.
If tyres repeatedly slip, then get to traction, then slip
again, hold pedal in the engaged position.

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CAUTION: Always place the range shift lever in
neutral (N) and set brakes before dismounting.
Leaving transmission in gear with engine off
MAY NOT prevent tractor from moving.

PY1205

1. Stop the tractor and place gear shift lever (A) in Park
position.

–UN–11JUN02

Stopping Tractor

2. Apply brakes.
3. Lower all equipment to ground using rockshaft control
levers (C & D).,

PY1215

IMPORTANT: Cooling of certain engine parts is
provided by engine oil. Stopping a hot
engine suddenly could cause damage
to these parts by overheating or lack of
lubrication.

–UN–11JUN02

4. Pull hand throttle (B) down to slow idle position. Allow
engine to idle for one to two minutes.

CAUTION: Remove the key from key switch to
prevent operation by untrained personnel.
5. Turn key switch to OFF position.

PY1469

–UN–28AUG03

A—Gear Shift Lever
B—Hand Throttle
C—Rockshaft Draft Control Lever
D—Rockshaft Position Control Lever

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Match Tractor Power to Implement
IMPORTANT: Tractor power should be matched to the
size of certain implements. Excessive
power can damage an implement, and
too large an implement can damage the
tractor. (Refer to your implement
operators manual for minimum and
maximum power requirements before
attaching an implement.)

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3-Point Hitch Components

PY4279

–UN–17FEB06

A—Lift Arms
B—Lift Links
C—Sway Chains
D—Center Link
E—Draft Links

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Rockshaft Control Levers

–UN–28AUG03

The rockshaft position is controlled by two levers, the
rockshaft position control lever (A) and the rockshaft draft
control lever (B)

The rockshaft draft control lever (B) controls hitch position
relative to draft loads. See Using Draft Control in this
section for more information.

PY1470

The rockshaft position control lever (A) raises the hitch
when pulled rearward, and lowers the hitch when moved
forward. See Using Rockshaft Position Control in this
section for more information.

A—Rockshaft Position Control Lever
B—Rockshaft Draft Control Lever

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Setting Position Control Lever Stop

2. Loosen lever stop (A), and slide against position
control lever. Lock stop in position by turning in a
clockwise direction. Rockshaft will now lower to same
position each time control lever is pushed forward to
the stop.

PY1471

1. Operate implement for a few minutes to determine
proper depth or height.

–UN–28AUG03

NOTE: Position control lever stop is used when operating
depth or height needs to be repeated.

A—Lever Stop

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Using Rockshaft Position Control

Use position control lever (A) to control hitch movement
and depth. Position control should be used for the
following applications:

PY1470

Put draft control lever (B) forward when you DO NOT
want rockshaft to adjust automatically to draft load, such
as attaching implement to tractor.

–UN–28AUG03

CAUTION: To prevent unexpected movement of
rockshaft, place draft control lever (B) in a full
forward position before attaching an implement.

TRANSPORT of implements and end of field turn-around.
Position control lever should be moved fully rearward (C)
for transport for both load and non-load sensing usage.
CONSTANT DEPTH of implements on level terrain and
for non- ground engaging implements such as spreaders
or sprayers. Place position control lever at depth desired
(D).
FLOAT operation for implements with skids or depth
gauge wheels designed to carry full implement weight.
Push both levers all the way forward (E) so implement
can follow the ground contour.

NOTE: Lift links can be adjusted for lateral float. (See
Lateral Float in this section.)

M47168

–UN–31JAN92

A—Rockshaft Position Control Lever
B—Rockshaft Draft Control Lever
C—Position Control Lever in rearward position
D—Position Control Lever in desired depth position
E—Position Control Lever and Draft Control Lever in
float position

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Using Draft Control
The rockshaft is equipped with variable draft control
system.

–UN–28AUG03

Use draft load sensing when:

PY1472

• Operating with a fully mounted implement in hill and
swale terrain. The implement will raise and lower to
follow the ground contours while maintaining a nearly
constant depth.
• Operating in varying soil conditions. The implement is
raised slightly to get through tough spots so you do not
have to shift to a lower gear.
Draft control lever (B) controls amount of load required
before hitch responds. With lever placed fully forward to
the position marked “off” (C), there is no draft sensing.
Placing the lever toward the rear position reduces the
amount of draft load required to override the position
setting set by the position control lever (A) and raise the
rockshaft.
Draft sensitivity ranges can be changed by repositioning
the center link. (See Positioning Center Link in this section
for additional information.)

M47169

• Initially place position control lever (A) in its fully
rearward position and the draft control lever (B) in the
fully forward (least draft) position.
• With tractor moving, push position control lever (A)
forward to set implement operating depth. Set position
control lever stop (D) so control lever can be brought
back to the same position. The operating depth set-up
will prevent the rockshaft from lowering all the way
when the tractor begins to slip. Then pull draft sensing
lever (B) rearward until desired draft sensing sensitivity
is obtained.
• The position control lever (A) can also be raised slightly
to override the draft control setting to help get through
slippery spots without getting stuck.
• The position control lever (A) can be moved fully
rearward to raise the hitch at the end of the field.

–19–29JAN92

For draft load sensing operation:

A—Rockshaft Position Control Lever
B—Rockshaft Draft Control Lever
C—Draft Sensing Off Position
D—Position Control Lever Stop

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Adjusting Rockshaft Rate-of-Drop/ Implement
lock

–UN–23JAN05

CAUTION: Excessive rate-of-drop may cause
damage or injury. Fully lowering implement
should require at least two seconds.

PY4543

Rockshaft drops faster when a heavy implement is
attached. Adjust rate-of-drop knob so that it is slow
enough to be safe and prevent implement damage.
Turn rockshaft rate-of-drop knob (A), located under the
seat, clockwise to slow rockshaft drop.

A—Rockshaft Rate-Of-Drop Knob cum Implement
Lock

Turn knob counterclockwise to increase rate-of-drop.
Rate-of-drop knob is also called implement lock. When
knob is fully screw in, implement will not lower down even
if position control lever is fully down. Use implement lock
while transporting implement.

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Preparing Implement

II

Mast
Height

610 mm
(24 in.)

Width
Between
Lower Pins

824 mm
(32-7/16 in.)

Pin Size

Lower

Upper

28.7 mm
(1-1/8 in.)

25.5 mm
(1 in.)

PY2274

Category

–UN–07JUN06

Category II implements should have the top hole of the
implement mast located 610 mm (24 in.) above the lower
pins. Drill another hole in top mast or extend top mast if
necessary.

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Positioning Center Link
The draft sensing rockshaft center link attaching bracket
has holes which allow three different positions for
attaching the center link. The position effects the draft
sensing sensitivity.
–UN–14JUL04

Standard position is (C).

• Excessive hitch activity or hunting occurs in draft control
operation.
• The rear of the implement raises too much when lifted.
The implement weight which can be lifted is reduced
slightly with the center link attachment in the lower
holes.
• The draft control lever range is too small.

PY4005

Move the center link attachment to holes (B) if:

A—Upper Hole
B—Middle Hole
C—Lower Hole

Move the center link attachment to holes (C) if:
• The hitch seems unresponsive in draft control operation
and allows the engine speed to drop too far before
raising the rockshaft.
• The rear of the implement droops and drags the ground
as the implement is lifted.
Upper hole (A) eliminates nearly all draft sensing.

NOTE: Implement with Category II mast height 610 mm
(24 in.) will use the upper two holes.

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Attaching Implements to 3-Point Hitch

–UN–09DEC05

1. Be sure drawbar will not interfere. If necessary, move
drawbar ahead, or remove it. Check for any other
potential interference.

2. Back tractor up to implement (A) so hitch points align.
Place transmission in neutral (N), stop the engine and
engage brakes BEFORE leaving the tractor seat.

PY5374

CAUTION: Prevent unexpected movement of
rockshaft by placing draft sensing lever in the
forward or OFF position before attaching
implement to hitch.
Align Hitch Point

3. Slip draft links over implement hitch pins (B) and retain
with quick-lock pins.
–UN–09DEC05

NOTE: Locking pins can be stored on draft links (through
holes in sway chain ears) when not in use.

PY5375

4. To remove center-link from transport hook, lift center
link locking clip (C) and rotate tab (D) to rear of center
link clip.
Central Link Locking Clip

5. Attach center link to implement top mast.
6. Adjust center link and lift links as necessary. (See
Leveling the Hitch in this section.)

PY5530

7. Using Rockshaft Position Control Lever (E), lower and
raise implement slowly and check for any point of
interference.

–UN–22FEB06

CAUTION: To avoid bodily injury or machine
damage whenever an implement, implement
quick coupler, or other attachment is connected
to the tractor 3-Point Hitch, check full range of
operation for interference, binding or PTO
separation.
Rockshaft Control Lever
A—Implement
B—Implement Hitch Pins
C—Center Link Locking Clip
D—Tab
E—Rockshaft Position Control Lever
F—Rockshaft Draft Control Lever

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Adjusting Hitch Side Sway
NOTE: Check implement operator’s manual for instruction
on whether to allow side sway.

NOTE: Use spring or rubber strap to keep draft links out
of rear tyres when draft links are not attached to
implement.

PY4892

–UN–14APR05

IMPORTANT: DO NOT shorten chains so short that
they do not allow hitch to be raised
completely. If chain prevents hitch from
raising, hydraulic relief valve will open,
causing excessive oil heating, pump
damage or equipment damage.

A—Threaded Link

Implement side sway should be adjusted when the
rockshaft is raised for transport by loosening the jam nut
on the threaded link (A) and turning the center rod to
increase or decrease the length of chain. Tighten jam nut
again when adjusted.

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Leveling the Hitch
1. Lower implement to take weight off hitch.

–UN–24NOV05

IMPORTANT: DO NOT attempt to overextend center
link beyond limits of locking clip or lift
links past the stops. Link body threads
could be damaged.

PY5285

NOTE: Maximum adjustment range of the center link can
only be obtained if the ends are positioned equally
within the body when attached to an implement.
2. Adjust center link to level implement front-to-rear.
Unlatch locking clip (A). Rotate center link body (B)
clockwise to lengthen center link or counterclockwise to
shorten it. Be sure to latch the locking clip.

–UN–09JAN06

3. Adjust right-hand link to level implement side-to-side.
Lift locking handle (C and turn 1/4 turn to engage slot
(D) onto roll-pin in the center portion of the lift link.
Turn crank handle clockwise to raise draft link.

After adjustment, lift handle (C) and turn to engage slot
(D) onto the lower body to prevent change of
adjustment during operation.
4. The left-hand lift link is also adjustable in length to
accommodate different tyre sizes.

PY5459

Turn crank handle counterclockwise to lower draft link.

A—Locking Clip
B—Center Link Body
C—Locking Handle
D—Slot

To change the left-hand lift link length, remove the
upper lift link pin and rotate the upper end assembly
clockwise to shorten or counterclockwise to lengthen,
and then reinstall the upper pin and locking pin.
Adjust left and right lift links to accommodate various
tyre sizes. Set the lift links to have fully-lowered draft
link balls approximately seven inches off the ground for
greatest range of usable hitch motion.

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Adjusting Lateral Float

–UN–10DEC05

PY5381

To hold implement rigid, place head of float pin and the
rectangular washer in the horizontal position (B).
Use lift link pins in the float position for hitch-mounted
implements such as a cultivator or mower, which have
ground gauging skids or wheels which may cause the
implement to twist relative to the tractor.

PY5380

–UN–10DEC05

To allow the draft link to raise slightly as implement
follows ground contour, place head of float pin and the
rectangular washer on the inside end of the pin in a
vertical position (A).

A—Pin In Vertical Position
B—Pin In Horizontal Position

Use the rigid position for implements such as plows and
ground engaging implements that should not twist relative
to the tractor.

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–UN–10DEC05
PY4385

PY4406

–UN–10DEC05

Adjusting Rockshaft Control Lever Friction

A—Adjustment Set Screws

If the rockshaft position control lever or rockshaft draft
control lever do not stay in set position, increase lever

friction by tightening the set screws (A) for the
appropriate lever until the proper friction is obtained.

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Warming Hydraulic System Oil

Hydraulic system will function normally when oil warms
up.
IMPORTANT: To prevent damaging hydraulic pump or
relief valve, DO NOT exceed two to
three minutes warm-up time with
steering wheel held in full left or full
right turn position.

PY4407

Steering may be slow until system warms up.

–UN–22FEB06

Hydraulic system may be slow to function when tractor is
started in cold weather. This is because cold oil will not
flow as easily through the hydraulic system filter (A).

2. Turn and hold steering wheel in full left or right turn.

PY5775

A—Hydraulic Oil Filter

–UN–02JUN06

1. Depress clutch pedal, start engine and idle at about
1000 RPM.

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Remote Hydraulic Cylinders
Use Correct Hose Tips
If your tractor is equipped with a selective control valve
(SCV), the couplers receptacles accept a standard hose
tip as recommended by ISO1 and SAE2. Adapters are
available to allow connecting the older John Deere hose
tips to the ISO couplers on your tractor.

1

International Standards Organization

2

Society of Automotive Engineers
PY80265,05I0158 –19–12SEP05–1/1

Control Lever and Coupler Identification—If
Equipped

–UN–08JUN06

Movement of SCV lever (A) fore and aft operates coupler
receptacles (B).
Coupler has a detented float position when lever (A) is
moved in the fully forward direction.

PY5792

–UN–08JUN06

PY5789

A— SCV Lever
B—SCV Receptacles

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Remote Hydraulic Cylinders

If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately.
Any fluid injected into the skin must be
surgically removed within a few hours or
gangrene may result. Doctors unfamiliar with
this type of injury should reference a
knowledgeable medical source. Such
information is available from Deere & Company
Medical Department in Moline, Illinois, U.S.A.
1. Remove dust caps (if equipped) from hose end.

X9811
PY5796

2. Pull dust plug (A) from couplers.

–UN–08JUN06

CAUTION: Escaping fluid under pressure can
penetrate the skin causing serious injury. Avoid
the hazard by relieving pressure before
disconnecting hydraulic or other lines. Tighten
all connections before applying pressure.
Search for leaks with a piece of cardboard.
Protect hands and body from high pressure
fluids.

–UN–23AUG88

Connecting Hoses

3. Make sure hose end and coupler receptacles are
clean.

–UN–08JUN06

4. Check hoses to see which is used for extending
cylinder. This hose must be connected to a coupler
receptacle (B) in order for cylinder to extend when
SCV levers are moved rearward or inward.

PY5792

CAUTION: Hydraulic hoses can fail due to
physical damage, kinks, age and exposure.
Check hoses regularly. Replace damaged
hoses. See your John Deere dealer.
5. To connect each hose, push hose tip firmly into
coupler receptacle. Pull lightly on hose to make sure
positive connection was made.

PY5795

–UN–08JUN06

A—Dust Plug
B— Receptacle

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Remote Hydraulic Cylinders

Connecting Single-Acting Cylinder

PY5789

IMPORTANT: Volume of oil required to extend
cylinder must not lower
transmission-hydraulic oil level below
lower sight glass. Check oil level with
cylinder fully extended. (See Check
Transmission-Hydraulic Oil Level in
Service—50 Hours chapter.)

–UN–08JUN06

In order for lever (A) to work properly, a single-acting
cylinder should be connected only to SCV outlet in the
extend position (top coupler) (B).

Push SCV No. 1 control lever full forward to use “float”
position to lower single-acting cylinder.

–UN–08JUN06

“Float” position allows a cylinder to extend and retract
freely and uses no engine power.

PY5797

A—SCV Outlet Lever
B—SCV Outlet

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Correcting Reversed Cylinder Response
CAUTION: If cylinder response is reversed,
extending when it should retract, reverse
cylinder hose connections at coupler.

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Neutral Lever Position

–UN–20FEB06

Spring pressure returns lever (A) to a centered position
(except when lever is fully forward in the “Float” position).
When the control levers are in the centered position, the
remote cylinder is hydraulically locked in position.

PY2245

A—SCV Lever

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Extending/Retracting Cylinder
Extending Cylinder

–UN–08JUN06

Pull lever (A) to the rear of neutral and hold it against
spring pressure. This extends cylinder (B) (up arrow)
connected to couplers and in most cases raises
implement. Lever returns to neutral when released.

PY5789

Retracting Cylinder
Push lever (A) forward and hold it against spring pressure.
This retracts cylinder (B) connected to SCV couplers and
in most cases lowers implement. Lever returns to neutral
when released.

IMPORTANT: When “Float” is not needed, manually
move lever back to neutral position to
prevent accidental use of “Float”.

M47174

Push lever full forward into detent to operate Float feature.
Float operation allows cylinder to extend and retract
freely, such as when an implement follows ground
contour.

–UN–31JAN92

Float Position

A—Control Lever
B—Extend and Retract Cylinder

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Disconnecting Hoses
1. If possible, retract remote cylinder as much as possible
to protect cylinder rod from damage.

X9811

–UN–23AUG88

CAUTION: Escaping fluid under pressure can
penetrate the skin causing serious injury. Avoid
the hazard by relieving pressure before
disconnecting hydraulic or other lines. Tighten
all connections before applying pressure.
Search for leaks with a piece of cardboard.
Protect hands and body from high pressure
fluids.

PY5796

–UN–08JUN06

If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately.
Any fluid injected into the skin must be
surgically removed within a few hours or
gangrene may result. Doctors unfamiliar with
this type of injury should reference a
knowledgeable medical source. Such
information is available from Deere & Company
Medical Department in Moline, Illinois, U.S.A.
2. With as much hydraulic pressure relieved as possible
from hoses, pull hoses from couplers.
A—Dust Plug

3. Make sure dust plugs (A) for receptacles and dust
caps for hoses are clean, then install dust plugs.

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Drawbar and PTO
Observe Drawbar / Wagon Hitch Load
Limitations
IMPORTANT: Certain heavy equipment, such as a
loaded single-axle trailer, can place
excessive strain on drawbar. Strain is
greatly increased by speed and rough
ground.
Static vertical load on drawbar/wagon
hitch should not exceed 556 kg (1225
lb).
Drive slowly with heavy loads.

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Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines

Wear close fitting clothing. Stop the engine and be sure
PTO driveline is stopped before making adjustments,
connections, or cleaning out PTO driven equipment.

TS1644

Keep tractor master shield and driveline shields in place
at all times. Make sure rotating shields turn freely.

–UN–22AUG95

Entanglement in rotating driveline can cause serious injury
or death.

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Drawbar and PTO

Attaching PTO-Driven Implement

2. Range shift lever in neutral (N), turn key to OFF
position, pull fuel shut-off knob to stop engine and set
brakes.

PY1094

1. Attach implement to tractor before connecting PTO
drive line. Raise hitch to upward position if it is not to
be used.

–UN–10APR05

CAUTION: Stop engine before attaching
implement or working in area of implement
hitch.

3. Attach implement to 3-Point Hitch, be sure drawbar will
not interfere. Remove it if necessary.
4. Rotate PTO shield upward for clearance. With engine
off, turn shaft slightly by hand if necessary to line up
splines. Connect drive line to PTO shaft. Pull out on
shaft to be sure drive line is locked to PTO shaft. Place
PTO shield in downward position.
5. Be sure all shields are in place and in good condition.
Never operate PTO unless master shield is properly
installed. WITH ENGINE STOPPED, check integral
shields on drive line by making sure they rotate freely
on shaft. Lubricate or repair as necessary.
6. Check carefully for any interference, make sure hitch is
raised to the upper position if it is not used.

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Operating Tractor PTO (Standard)

CAUTION: Turn key OFF to stop engine, put
tractor in park position and make sure all
mechanisms have stopped before cleaning out
machine or making any adjustments to PTO
driven implement.

PY4485

2. Move control lever (B) forward to engage PTO.

–UN–16FEB06

1. Start engine and push hand throttle lever (A) forward
until tachometer indicates PTO rated speed 2400 RPM
(C) for standard 540 operation.

3. Pull control lever back to disengage PTO.

PY5531

–UN–22FEB06

PY5534

–UN–22FEB06

A—Hand Throttle Lever
B—PTO Shift Lever
C—540 Operation Speed

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Operating Tractor Dual PTO (Optional)

–UN–16FEB06

1. Start engine and push hand throttle lever (A) forward
until tachometer indicates PTO rated speed 1782 RPM
(D) for 540E operation or 2400 RPM (E) for standard
540 operation.
2. Move control lever (B) forward to engage PTO.

PY4485

3. Move control lever (C) forward for economical 540
operation and backward for 540 standard operation.
CAUTION: Turn key OFF to stop engine, put
tractor in park position and make sure all
mechanisms have stopped before cleaning out
machine or making any adjustments to PTO
driven implement.

–UN–22FEB06

4. Pull control lever back to disengage PTO.

PY5765

–UN–02JUN06

PY5535

A—Hand Throttle Lever
B—PTO Lever
C—Economy PTO Lever
D—540E Operation Speed
E—540 Standard Operation Speed

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–UN–21MAY05

PY4487

–UN–17FEB06

Adjusting PTO Clutch Operating Rod

1. Move PTO lever (A) to rearward (disengaged) position.

PY5016

2. Remove clip pin (B) from rear end of clevis (E).
3. Remove clip pin (H) from forward end of clevis (G).
4. Check for equal thread engagement at clevis (G).
Loosen jam nuts (F) and (C). Turn rod (D) until threads
on each side of clevis are equal. Tighten jam nut (F).
5. Loosen jam nut (C) from rear of front clevis (E).
6. Adjust length of arm (D) so the clip pin (B) can be
inserted with the rod pulled forward and the arm pulled
rearward to eliminate free play. Lengthen rod by turn of
the clevis to provide PTO clutch lever free play and
PTO clutch rod travel in fully engaged position to
specification.

–UN–21MAY05

Specification
PTO Clutch Lever—Free Play ........................................................ 15 mm
PTO Clutch Rod (In Fully
Engaged Position)—Travel................................................ 14 mm -16 mm

7. Reinstall clip pin (B & H) in clevis (E & G) respectively
and arm (D).

PY5019

NOTE: Adjust clevis (G) if you cannot make proper
adjustment with clevis (E).
PTO Clutch Rod (In Fully Engaged Position)
A—PTO Clutch Lever
B—Clip Pin
C—Jam Nut
D—Arm
E—Clevis
F—Jam Nut
G—Clevis
H—Clip Pin

8. Tighten jam nut (C) at clevis.

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Ballast
Planning for Maximum Productivity
Proper ballasting is an important factor in tractor
performance. maximum productivity can be achieved
only if tractor weight is appropriate for the job.

FMO-Machinery Management includes information on
tractor and implement matching and increasing
productivity. .

John Deere FMO (Fundamentals of Machine
Operations) Tractors, discusses methods of
determining correct tractor weight and ballast selection.

Your John Deere dealer can assist you with
information on these subjects.

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Selecting Ballast Carefully
Match amount of ballast needed for each job. What is
right for one job may be wrong for another job. Ballast
for traction and stability.
Factors determining amount of ballast:

•
•
•
•
•

Soil surface-loose or firm.
Type of implement-integral/semi-integral or towed.
Travel speed-slow or fast.
Tractor power output-partial or full load.
Tyres-single, oversize, or dual.

PY80265,05I0164 –19–12SEP05–1/1

Matching Ballast to Load Work
Too Little Ballast

Use no more ballast than necessary, and remove
ballast when it is no longer needed.
Rather than weighing tractor down to pull heavy loads,
try to reduce load. Pulling a lighter load at a higher
speed is more economical and more efficient.
The best way to check for correct ballast is to measure
amount of travel reduction (% slip) of the drive wheels.
Under normal field conditions, travel reduction should
be 10—15 percent.

Too Much Ballast

1.

Excessive wheel slip

1.

Increased load

2.

Power loss due to
churning soil

2.

Power loss due to
carrying extra weight

3.

tyre wear

3.

tyre strain

4.

Fuel waste

4.

Soil compaction

5.

Lower productivity

5.

Fuel waste

6.

Lower productivity

Add more weight to drive wheels if slip is excessive. If
there is less than 10 percent slip, weight should be
removed.

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Measuring Wheel Slip—Manually
1. Place a mark (A) on a rear tyre which is easily
observed (a chalk mark is recommended).

4. With implement raised return in the opposite direction.
At the second mark on the ground (C) remark the tyre
(D).

PY5516

3. Mark the ground again where the tyre mark (A)
completes 10 full revolutions (C).

–UN–17FEB06

2. With tractor working and implement lowered, mark a
starting point (B) on the ground at the place where the
tyre mark (A) meets the ground.

5. While driving the tractor along the same path
(implement raised), count the tyre revolutions required
to reach the starting point (B).
6. Use the return tyre revolutions count and “Wheel
Slippage Chart” to determine slippage. 10—15 percent
is ideal.
7. Adjust ballast or load to give correct slippage.

NOTE: Available horsepower is greatly reduced when
wheel slip drops below 10 percent.
WHEEL SLIPPAGE CHART
Non-Loaded Wheel
Revolutions (Step 5)

Estimated %
Slip

Recommended Action

10

0

Remove Ballast

9-1/2

5

Remove Ballast

9

10

Proper Ballast

8-1/2

15

Proper Ballast

8

20

Add Ballast

7-1/2

25

Add Ballast

7

30

Add Ballast

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Ballast

Ballast Limitations
Ballast should be limited by either tyre capacity or
tractor capacity. Each tyre has a recommended
carrying capacity which should not be exceeded (see
Wheels, Tyres and Treads section). If a greater

amount of weight is needed for traction, a larger tyre
should be considered.
Ballast can be added as either liquid or cast iron.

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Ballast

Ballasting Front End for Transport

Specification
Starter Weight (Ballast)—Weight ............................... 65 kg (143 lb) Each
QUIK-TATCH Weight
(Ballast)—Weight ........................................................ 50 kg (110 lb) Each

PY2246

CAUTION: Weights are heavy. Use proper lifting
equipment. Up to 6 additional weights, 50
Kg(110 lb)each, can be installed on the basic
weight. Approximate weight of starter weight
(A) is : 65 kg (143 lb). Approximate weight of
QUIK-TATCHa¨ weights (D) are 50 kg (110 lb).

–UN–21FEB06

CAUTION: Additional front ballast may be
needed for transporting rear-mounted
implements. When implement is raised, drive
slowly over rough ground, regardless of how
much ballast is used.

A—Attaching Bolts
B—Starter Weight
C—Nuts
D—Additional Weights

IMPORTANT: Tighten the basic weight attaching
screws (A) to 550 N•m (405 lb-ft) and
the screws (C) on front weights (D) to
230 N•m (170 lb-ft).
Installing QUIK-TATCH Weights: QUIK-TATCH
weights can be installed on the front of the tractor.
One starter weight and up to 6 QUIK-TATCH weights
can be installed.
1. Install the basic weight (B) with bolts (A).
2. Place additional weights (D) as required. Secure them
with nuts (C).

QUIK-TATCH is a trademark of Deere & Company

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Ballast

Ballasting Tractor
Add weight to front end if needed for stability. Heavy
pulling and heavy rear-mounted implements tend to lift
front wheels. Add enough ballast to maintain steering
control and prevent tip-over.

Refer to the implement operator’s manual, along with
“Using Implement Codes” in this section, to determine
the minimum number of front weights that are required
for your tractor model.

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Determining Maximum Rear Ballast
IMPORTANT: DO NOT overload tyres. If maximum
weight shown in chart is not enough
for safety, reduce load or install
heavier ply tyres.
To extend drive train life, avoid
excessive soil compaction and
rolling resistance, avoid adding too
much ballast. Ballast should never
exceed the weight required to
provide traction for continuous full

power loads in 3rd gear. Remove
ballast if tractor engine labors when
pulling heavy loads in the third
gears.
Chart shows carrying capacity per tyre.
MAXIMUM LOAD PER WHEEL (Aat 19 psi)
Tyre Size
Bias Ply Tyres

Ply Rating

Capacity
kg (lb)

18.4-30

14

2550 (5628)

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Determining Maximum Front Ballast
Use appropriate front ballast for a particular operating
condition. Two-wheel drive tractors should only have
enough ballast to maintain safe steering control.
Remove ballast when it is no longer needed.

for safety, reduce load or install
tyres with a higher load rating.
MAXIMUM LOAD PER WHEEL
2-WD

Chart shows carrying capacity per tyre.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT overload tyres. If maximum
weight shown in chart is not enough

Tyre Size

Ply Rating

Capacity
kg (lb)

6.5-20

8

550 (1213)

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Using Cast Iron Weights

–UN–29JAN92

Cast iron weights are available in a 48 kg (106 lb) size.
Weights can be installed on the inside or outside of wheel.
See your John Deere dealer for more information and
recommendations on weight use and placement.

M47215

Specification
Cast Iron Weights—Weight .................................................. 48 kg (106 lb)

PY80265,05I0172 –19–12SEP05–1/1

Installing Rear Cast Iron Weights

–UN–17FEB06

CAUTION: Optional cast iron weight weighs 48
kg (106 lb). Handle with care! Use appropriate
equipment or have the job done by your John
Deere dealer.
1. Attach first weight to wheel disks.

3. Tighten attaching bolts securely. Tighten again after a
few hours service. Check tightness regularly.

PY1635

2. To install additional weights (A), install bolts in previous
weight (B). Rotate the added weight to align bolts with
weight holes (C).
A—Additional Weight
B—Weight
C—Weight Holes

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Ballast

Using Liquid Weight
CAUTION: Installing liquid ballast requires
special equipment and training. Have the job
done by your John Deere dealer or a tyre
service store.

Charts on this page show how much each tyre size
holds if filled to 75 % full.
LIQUID WEIGHT FOR FRONT Tyres
With 0.6 kg/L (5 lb/gal) Calcium Chloride Solution

IMPORTANT: NEVER fill tyre to more than 75%
full. More solution would leave too
little air space to absorb shocks.
Damage to tyre could occur.

Tyre Size

Liquid Weight per tyre
kg (lb)—75% Full

6.5-20

34 (74)

LIQUID WEIGHT FOR REAR TYRES
With 0.6 kg/L (5 lb/gal) Calcium Chloride Solution

A solution of water and calcium chloride provides safe,
economical ballast. Used properly, it will not damage
Tyres, tubes, or rims.

Tyre Size

Liquid weight per Tyre
kg (lb)—75% Full

18.4-30

414 (912)

Use calcium chloride to prevent water from freezing. A
mixture of 0.6 kg per liter (5.0 lb of calcium chloride
per gal) will not freeze solid above —45°C (—53°F).

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Wheels, Tyres and Treads
Service Tyres Safely
Explosive separation of at tyre and rim parts can cause
serious injury or death.
Do not attempt to mount a tyre unless you have the
proper equipment and experience to perform the job.
Always maintain the correct tyre pressure. Do not inflate
the tyres above the recommended pressure. Never weld
or heat a wheel and tyre assembly. The heat can cause
an increase in air pressure resulting in a tyre explosion.
Welding can structurally weaken or deform the wheel.

TS211

Check wheels for low pressure, cuts, bubbles, damaged
rims or missing lug bolts and nuts.

–UN–23AUG88

When inflating tyres, use a clip-on chuck and extension
hose long enough to allow you to stand to one side and
NOT in front of or over the tyre assembly. Use a safety
cage if available.

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Check Implement-to-Tyre Clearance

M47177

When large diameter rear tyres are
installed on a tractor with a 3-Point
Hitch, a quick coupler or similar device
may be required to provide adequate
implement-to-tyre clearance.

–UN–31JAN92

IMPORTANT: Check for adequate clearance (A)
between outside diameter of the tyre
and implement with hitch in raised
position.

A—Clearance

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Check Tyre Inflation Pressure
Check tyres daily for damage or noticeably low
pressure.
At least every 100 hours of operation, check inflation
pressure with a gauge. Use an accurate gauge having
10 kPa (0.1 bar) (1 psi) graduations.
If tyres contain liquid ballast, use a special air-water
gauge and measure with valve stem at bottom.

NOTE: When furrow plowing or during hillside
operation, tyre pressure can be increased 28
kPa (0.28 bar) (4 psi) ABOVE maximum to
prevent tyre wrinkling or buckling.
IMPORTANT: Always check inflation pressure with
an accurate tyre gauge to prevent
over-inflation. Over-inflation reduces
performance and increases strain of
both tyre and rim.

2. Operation of tyres at the inflation pressures listed
on chart will result in optimum tractive performance
of the tyre/vehicle system. Correctly inflated radial
tyres will show a large deflection of the sidewall or
“cheeks”. This is normal and will not hurt the tyre if
the inflation pressure is maintained.
3. Inflation pressures less than 80 kPa (12 psi) should
be monitored regularly because of the increased
risk of low pressure air leaks (especially due to
leaking valve cores).
4. Tractors operating on steep side slopes should
increase inflation pressures 28 kPa (4 psi) above
the values listed to compensate for lateral weight
transfer.

NOTE: Following inflation information applies to both
front and rear tyres and Tyre Inflation Pressure
Chart.

5. Tyres run as singles in high traction conditions
sometimes experience bead slip if the bead was not
fully seated or if too much lubricant was used to
mount the tyre. Increasing the inflation pressure will
compensate for this condition but will not cause
reduced traction. Consult your tyre dealer if this
problem occurs.

1. All inflation pressures are calculated for 29 km/h
(18 mph) travel speeds for both diagonal (bias) ply
and radial ply tyres.

6. If higher load capacities are needed, contact your
John Deere dealer for tyre manufacturers load and
inflation table information.

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Tyre Inflation Pressure Chart
Tyre Inflation Pressure Chart 5310 S
Front Tyres
Tyre Size
6.5-20

18.4-30

With Maximum Ballast or Heavy
Mounted Implement
kPa

(bar)

(psi)

200

(1.9)

(29)

Ply Rating

Tread

kPa

(bar)

(psi)

8

F2

140

(1.4)

(20)

With Little or No Added Weight

With Maximum Ballast or Heavy
Mounted Implement

Ply Rating

Tread

kPa

(bar)

(psi)

kPa

(bar)

(psi)

14

R1

97

(0.97)

(14)

131

(1.31)

(19)

Rear Tyres
Tyre Size

With Little or No Added Weight

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Tighten Wheel/Axle Hardware Correctly
CAUTION: NEVER operate tractor with a
loose rim, wheel, hub, or axle.
Any time hardware is loosened, tighten to specified
torque.

NOTE: Follow checking procedure when a new tractor
is first used, or wheels have been off.

1. After driving tractor about 100 m (109 yd), and
before placing it under load, tighten hardware to
specified torque.
2. Check hardware after working three hours and
again after 10 hours.
3. Check all hardware frequently and keep it tight.

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Tighten Bolts—Adjustable Front Axle

Specification
Adjustable Front Axle—
Axle-to-Knee Bolts—Torque ........................................ 480 N•m (350 lb-ft)
Adjustable Front Axle—
Disk-to-Flange Bolts—Torque ..................................... 210 N•m (155 lb-ft)

PY1487

–UN–18JAN06

PY5528

A—Axle-to-knee
B—Disk-to-flange

–UN–21FEB06

Tighten bolts in the following locations to specifications:

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Tighten Bolts—Rear Axle
Tighten bolts in the following locations to specifications:
Specification
Rear Axle Rim-to-Disk—Torque .................................. 245 N•m (180 lb-ft)
Rear Axle Disk-to-Flange—
Torque ......................................................................... 550 N•m (406 lb-ft)

PY1956

–UN–12JAN04

PY4282

–UN–06DEC04

A—Rim-to-disk bolts
B—Disk-to-flange bolts
C—Stud
D—Nut

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M47179

IMPORTANT: Tyres must have at least 25 mm (1 in.)
clearance with fenders (A) and fuel
tank. When large diameter rear tyres are
installed, check clearance between tyre
and fenders .

–UN–31JAN92

Observe Rear Wheel Tread Width Limitations

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Tread Settings—Multi-Position Rear Wheels
Wheel tread on rear axle with multi-position wheels
can be adjusted by repositioning or exchanging the
rims or by reversing the wheel disks.
Wheel tread can also be adjusted by exchanging the
complete wheel to the opposite side of the tractor (This
maneuver permits the change from disk-dished-in to
disk-dished-out operations without disassembling the
wheel). When changing rear wheels from one side to
the other, the arrow on side wall of tyre points in the
direction of forward rotation.

tighten again.
Specification
Multi-Position Rear Wheels
Rim-to-Disk—Torque ............................................ 245 N•m (180 lb-ft)
Multi-Position Rear Wheels
Disk-to-Flange—Torque ........................................ 550 N•m (406 lb-ft)

NOTE: Tread settings are measured at bottom of
centerline.
STEEL DISKS
REAR TREAD WIDTH
Centerline-to-Centerline

The relationship of the wheel disk and rim in obtaining
the different tread settings is shown in the diagrams on
the facing page.

Diagram

Tyre Sizes
18.4-30

A

A study of these diagrams, before attempting to
change tread settings, will save unnecessary labor.
IMPORTANT: After setting wheel spacing, tighten
rim-to-disk and disk-to-flange bolts.
Drive tractor 100 m (109 yd) and

1379 mm (54.3 in.)

B

1475 mm (58.1 in.)

C

1579 mm (62.2 in.)

D

1678 mm (66.1 in.)

E

1782 mm (70.2 in.)

IN227

–UN–24MAY00

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LV1515

–UN–21FEB06

–UN–05MAR96

Tread Settings—Adjustable Front Axle

A—Adjustment Holes

Front rims are offset. With some tires, this provides
two tread spacings at each axle setting.
ADJUSTABLE FRONT AXLE TREAD SETTINGS
Diagram C
Centerline-to-Centerline
Tread Positiona
Tire

1

2

3

4

5

6

6.50-20

1449 mm
(57.0 in.)

1549 mm
(61.0 in.)

1649 mm
(64.9 in.)

1749 mm
(68.9 in.)

1849 mm
(72.8 in.)

1949 mm
(76.7 in.)

7.50-16

1449 mm
(57.0 in.)

1549 mm
(61.0 in.)

1649 mm
(64.9 in.)

1749 mm
(68.9 in.)

1849 mm
(72.8 in.)

1949 mm
(76.7 in.)

9.5L-15

1468 mm
(57.8 in.)

1568 mm
(61.7 in.)

1668 mm
(65.7 in.)

1768 mm
(69.6 in.)

1868 mm
(73.5 in.)

1968 mm
(77.5 in.)

10.0-15

1468 mm
(57.8 in.)

1568 mm
(61.7 in.)

1668 mm
(65.7 in.)

1768 mm
(69.6 in.)

1868 mm
(73.5 in.)

1918 mm
(75.5 in.)

11L-15

1473 mm
(58.0 in.)

1573 mm
(61.9 in.)

1673 mm
(65.9 in.)

1773 mm
(69.8 in.)

1873 mm
(73.7 in.)

1973 mm
(77.7 in.)

INTb

1546 mm
(60.9 in.)

1646 mm
(64.8 in.)

1746 mm
(68.7 in.)

1846 mm
(72.7 in.)

1946 mm
(76.6 in.)

1477 mm
(58.1 in.)

1577 mm
(62.1 in.)

1677 mm
(66.0 in.)

1777 mm
(70.0 in.)

1877 mm
(73.9 in.)

1977 mm
(77.8 in.)

27/9.5-15
27/12LL-15
a

Tread position 1 is with axle adjustment at its most inward location. See Adjust Front Axle Tread Width in this section.

b

Interference (Do not use)

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ADJUSTABLE FRONT AXLE TREAD SETTINGS
Diagram D
Centerline-to-Centerline
Tread Positiona
Tire

1

2

3

4

5

6

6.50-16

1583 mm
(62.3 in.)

1683 mm
(66.3 in.)

1783 mm
(70.2 in.)

1883 mm
(74.1 in.)

1983 mm
(78.1 in.)

2083 mm
(82.0 in.)

7.50-16

1583 mm
(62.3 in.)

1683 mm
(66.3 in.)

1783 mm
(70.2 in.)

1883 mm
(74.1 in.)

1983 mm
(78.1 in.)

2083 mm
(82.0 in.)

9.5L-15

1549 mm
(61.0 in.)

1649 mm
(64.9 in.)

1749 mm
(68.9 in.)

1849 mm
(72.8 in.)

1949 mm
(76.7 in.)

2049 mm
(80.7 in.)

10.0-15

1549 mm
(61.0 in.)

1649 mm
(64.9 in.)

1749 mm
(68.9 in.)

1849 mm
(72.8 in.)

1949 mm
(76.7 in.)

2049 mm
(80.7 in.)

11L-15

1554 mm
(61.2 in.)

1654 mm
(65.1 in.)

1754 mm
(69.1 in.)

1854 mm
(73.0 in.)

1954 mm
(76.9 in.)

2054 mm
(80.9 in.)

27/9.5-15

1527 mm
(60.1 in.)

1627 mm
(64.1 in.)

1727 mm
(68.0 in.)

1827 mm
(71.9 in.)

1927 mm
(75.9 in.)

2027 mm
(79.8 in.)

27/12LL-15

1559 mm
(61.4 in.)

1659 mm
(65.3 in.)

1759 mm
(69.3 in.)

1859 mm
(73.2 in.)

1959 mm
(77.1 in.)

2059 mm
(81.1 in.)

a

Number 1 position is with axle adjustment at its most inward location. See Adjust Front Axle Tread Width in this section.

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Adjust Front Axle Tread Width
IMPORTANT: DO NOT place jack under engine oil
pan.

–UN–21FEB06

1. Jack up front end of tractor.

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2. When making large tread adjustments, loosen cap
screws (E) and adjust the tie rod (A) length with axle
length.
3. Remove two nuts (B), sleeves (D), and cap screws (C)
from front axle (2 on each side).
4. Slide axle knees to desired position. Both sides should
be adjusted to same spacing.

A—Tie Rod
B—Axle Nuts (4 used)
C—Cap Screws (4 used)
D—Sleeve (4 used)
E—Tie Rod Cap Screw

5. Install sleeves (if equipped), cap screws and nuts on
each side. Tighten cap screws to specification.
Specification
Adjustable Front Axle-to-Knee
Bolts—Torque .............................................................. 400 N•m (295 lb-ft)

6. Set toe-in. See Check and Adjust Toe-In for your axle
type.

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–UN–22JUL04

Checking Toe-In

A—Front Axle Toe-In Distance

1. Park machine on level surface.
2. Turn steering wheel so front wheels are in the
straight-ahead position. Stop engine.
3. Measure distance (A) between tyres at hub level in
front of axle. Record measurement and mark the
tyres.
4. Move tractor back about 1 m (3 ft), so mark is at
hub level behind the axle. Again, measure distance

between tyres at same point on tyre. Record
measurement.
5. Determine the difference between front and rear
measurements. If the front measurement is smaller,
toe is “in”. If the rear is smaller, toe is “out”.
6. Distance (A) at front of tyres should be 3—6 mm
less than distance measured for at rear of tyres.
Adjust toe-in if necessary. (See procedure in this
section.)

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Adjusting Toe-In
1. Loosen lock nuts (A) and back out the bolts (B) on tie
rod tubes several turns.
2. Adjust tie rods on both sides of the tractor equally by
rotating the inner tube (C) to lengthen or shorten tie
rod. Adjust toe-in to 3 to 6 mm (1/8 to 1/4 in.)

1 turn

16 mm (5/8 in.)

–UN–14JUL04

Approximate Change in Toe-in
8 mm (5/16 in.)

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Tie Rod Rotation
1/2 turn

3. Tighten bolts (B) to specification. Do not overtighten as
damage to the tube may occur.
Specification
Tie Rod Bolts—Torque .................................................... 85 N•m (62 lb-ft)

A—Lock Nuts
B—Tie Rod Bolts
C—Inner Tube

4. Tighten the lock nuts (A) to specification.
Specification
Tie Rod Lock Nuts—Torque ........................................... 90 N•m (66 lb-ft)

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Transporting
Use Safety Lights and Devices
Prevent collisions between other road users, slow moving
tractors with attachments or towed equipment, and
self-propelled machines on public roads. Frequently check
for traffic from the rear, especially in turns, and use hand
signals or turn signal lights.

TS951

–UN–12APR90

Use headlights, flashing warning lights, and turn signals
day and night. Follow local regulations for equipment
lighting and marking. Keep lighting and marking visible
and in good working order. Replace or repair lighting and
marking that has been damaged or lost.

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Driving Tractor on Roads
CAUTION: Observe the following precautions
when operating on a road.

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–UN–22APR05

1. Before operating tractor on highway be sure tail lights
(A) and flashing turning lights (C) work properly. Install
and use Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem and
equipment as required for safety and by local
regulations.
A—Tail Light
B—Reflex Reflector
C—Turning Lights

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CAUTION: NEVER operate flood lampwhen
transporting tractor. Clear bright light at the
rear of the tractor could confuse drivers of
other vehicles as they approach from the rear.
–UN–23FEB06

IMPORTANT: Refer to Lights section for detailed
descriptions of lighting operations and
functions.

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2. Turn light switch to high beam headlights or low beam
headlights position. Never use bright lights which are
visible from the rear. Always dim headlights before
meeting another vehicle. Keep headlights properly
adjusted.

A—Lights OFF
B—Parking Lights
C—Dim Headlights
D—Bright Headlights
E—High Beamlight

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3. Use turn signals when turning. Be sure to return
control lever (A) to center position after turning.

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–UN–23FEB06

A—Turn Signal Lever

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4. Couple brake pedals (A) together before driving on a
road. Avoid hard applications of brakes.

–UN–01JUN06

5. Drive slowly enough to maintain safe control at all
times. Slow down for hillsides, rough ground, and
sharp turns, especially when transporting heavy,
rear-mounted equipment.

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6. Before going down a hill, shift to a gear low enough to
control speed without using brakes. Never coast down
hill.
7. When transporting downhill on icy or graveled grades,
be alert for skids which could result in loss of steering
control. To decrease chance of skids, reduce speed
and be sure tractor has proper ballast.

A—Brake Pedals

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Observe these recommended maximum road
speeds, or local speed limits which may be
lower:
If towed equipment does not have brakes, do
not travel more than 32 km/h (20 mph) and do
not tow loads more than 1.5 times the tractor
weight.

LV4042

CAUTION: Stopping distance increases with
speed and weight of towed loads, and on
slopes. Towed loads with or without brakes that
are too heavy for the tractor or are towed too
fast can cause loss of control. Consider the
total weight of the equipment and its load.

–UN–09JUL99

Transporting

If towed equipment has brakes, do not travel
more than 40 km/h (25 mph) and do not tow
loads more than 4.5 times the tractor weight.
Ensure the load does not exceed the
recommended weight ratio. Add ballast to
recommended maximum for tractor, lighten the
load, or get a heavier towing unit. The tractor
must be heavy and powerful enough with
adequate braking power for the towed load. Use
additional caution when towing loads under
adverse surface conditions, when turning, and
on inclines.
8. Use caution when operating tractor at transport
speeds. Reduce speed if towed load weighs more than
tractor and is not equipped with brakes. (See Towed
Equipment operator’s manual for recommended
transport speeds.)
9. Use additional caution when transporting towed loads
under adverse surface conditions, when turning and on
inclines.
10. Heavy towed or rear mounted implements may start
swaying in transport. Excessive swaying will result in
loss of steering control. Drive slowly and avoid quick
turns of steering wheel. Refer to your implement
operator’s manual regarding maximum travel speed
limitations.

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Transport on Carrier
CAUTION: Chain tractor to carrier securely.
Drive carrier slowly.
–UN–22APR94

The best method of transporting a disabled tractor is to
haul it on a flatbed carrier.

LV610

IMPORTANT: Seal exhaust to prevent dirt from
entering and damaging engine.

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Towing Tractor

–UN–21APR05

CAUTION: NEVER tow tractor faster than 16
km/h (10 mph). Have an operator steer and
brake tractor.

1. Be sure transmission-hydraulic system oil is to the full
level line on dipstick (A). If the tractor is to be towed
with the front wheels raised, add 1 liter of oil to
hydraulic fill port for each 90 mm (3-1/2 in.) the wheels
are raised. DO NOT raise front wheels more than 305
mm (12 in.) above ground.

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IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging
transmission-hydraulic system, observe
the following precautions:

A—Dipstick

NOTE: After transporting tractor, drain oil that was added
for towing.
2. Make sure the differential lock is disengaged.
3. Make sure range lever is in neutral and gear lever is in
4th gear.

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Fuels, Lubricants and Coolant
Handle Fuel Safely—Avoid Fires
Use only diesel fuel.

–UN–09MAR90

Handle fuel with care, it is highly flammable.
DO NOT refuel machine:

M73115

• While you smoke.
• When machine is near open flame or sparks.
• When engine is running. STOP engine.
Fill fuel tank outdoors.
Help prevent fires:
• Clean oil, grease and dirt from machine.
• Clean up spilled fuel immediately.
Do not store machine with fuel in tank in a building where
fumes may reach an open flame or spark.

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Handle Fluids Safely—Avoid Fires

Store flammable fluids away from fire hazards. Do not
incinerate or puncture pressurized containers.
Make sure machine is clean of trash, grease, and debris.

TS227

Do not store oily rags; they can ignite and burn
spontaneously.

–UN–23AUG88

When you work around fuel, do not smoke or work near
heaters or other fire hazards.

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Diesel Engine Oil

PY5149

–UN–21AUG05

Use genuine engine oil. This oil is available in pack of
1litre and 8.5 litre at John Deere Dealership only

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Fuel Storage
Buy good quality, clean fuel from a reputable supplier.

Avoid storing fuel over long periods of time.

Proper fuel storage is critically important. Use clean
storage and transfer tanks. Periodically drain water
and sediment from bottom.

Store fuel in a convenient place away from buildings.

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Diesel Fuel
Fuel sulphur content should be less than 1.0 percent
preferably less than 0.5 percent. Diesel fuel having
sulphur content higher than 1.0 percent may cause
increase wear on metal engine parts because of acids
produced by sulphur during combustion.

Cetane number should be no less than 40 to assure
satisfactory starting and overall performance.
Fitleration of fuel is critical for proper operation of
engine. Use genuine MICO fuel filters. Always change
fuel filter inserts at given interval

IMPORTANT: If fuel sulphur content exceeds 0.7
percent, the engine oil drain interval
must be reduced by 50 percent to
125 hours.

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Fill Fuel Tank

–UN–23AUG88

CAUTION: Handle fuel with care: It is highly
flammable. DO NOT refuel the machine while
smoking or when near open flame or sparks.
Always stop engine before refueling machine.
Fill fuel tank outdoors.

TS202

Prevent fires by keeping machine clean of
accumulated trash, grease and debris. Always
clean up spilled fuel.
Fuel tank can be filled through fill cap (A). Fill fuel tank at
end of each day’s operation. This prevents condensation
in tank as moist air cools.

–UN–20AUG04

Specification
Fuel Tank—Capacity .......................................................................... 68 L

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A—Fuel Tank Filler Cap

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Lubricant Storage
Your equipment can operate at top efficiency only
when clean lubricants are used.

Make certain that all containers are properly marked to
identify their contents.

Use clean containers to handle all lubricants.

Properly dispose of all old containers and any residual
lubricant they may contain.

Whenever possible, store lubricants and containers in
an area protected from dust, moisture, and other
contamination. Store containers on their side to avoid
water and dirt accumulation.

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Diesel Engine Coolant
The engine cooling system is filled to provide
year-round protection against corrosion and cylinder
liner pitting, and winter freeze protection to -37°C
(-34°F). If protection at lower temperatures is required,
consult your John Deere dealer for recommendations.
John Deere COOL-GARD Prediluted Coolant is
preferred for service.
John Deere COOL-GARD Prediluted Coolant is
available in a concentration of either 50% ethylene
glycol or 55% propylene glycol.
Additional recommended coolants
The following engine coolant is also recommended:
• John Deere COOL-GARD Coolant Concentrate in a
40% to 60% mixture of concentrate with quality
water.
John Deere COOL-GARD coolants do not require use
of supplemental coolant additives, except for periodic
replenishment of additives during the drain interval.
Other fully formulated coolants
Other fully formulated low silicate ethylene or
propylene glycol base coolants for heavy-duty engines
may be used if they meet one of the following
specifications:
• ASTM D6210 prediluted (50%) coolant
• ASTM D6210 coolant concentrate in a 40% to 60%
mixture of concentrate with quality water
Coolants meeting ASTM D6210 do not require use of
supplemental coolant additives, except for periodic
replenishment of additives during the drain interval.

Other low silicate ethylene glycol base coolants for
heavy-duty engines may also be used if they meet one
of the following specifications:
• ASTM D4985 ethylene glycol base prediluted (50%)
coolant
• ASTM D4985 ethylene glycol base coolant
concentrate in a 40% to 60% mixture of concentrate
with quality water
Coolants meeting ASTM D4985 require an initial
charge of supplemental coolant additives, formulated
for protection of heavy duty diesel engines against
corrosion and cylinder liner erosion and pitting. They
also require periodic replenishment of additives during
the drain interval.
Other coolants
It is possible that neither John Deere COOL-GARD nor
coolants meeting one of the coolant standards listed
above is available in the geographical area where
service is performed. If these coolants are unavailable,
use a coolant concentrate or prediluted coolant with a
quality additive package that provides cylinder liner
cavitation protection and protects the cooling system
metals (cast iron, aluminum alloys, and copper alloys
such as brass) from corrosion.
The additive package must be part of one of the
following coolant mixtures:
• ethylene glycol or propylene glycol base prediluted
(40% to 60%) coolant
• ethylene glycol or propylene glycol base coolant
concentrate in a 40% to 60% mixture of concentrate
with quality water
Water quality

Coolants requiring supplemental coolant additives

COOL-GARD is a trademark of Deere & Company

Continued on next page

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Fuels, Lubricants and Coolant
Water quality is important to the performance of the
cooling system. Distilled, deionized, or demineralized
water is recommended for mixing with ethylene glycol
and propylene glycol base engine coolant concentrate.

IMPORTANT: Do not mix ethylene glycol and
propylene glycol base coolants.

IMPORTANT: Do not use cooling system sealing
additives or antifreeze that contains
sealing additives.

DX,COOL3 –19–27OCT05–2/2

Use Correct Transmission-Hydraulic Filter
Element
To protect systems, replace transmission-hydraulic oil filter
with a John Deere service filter element. Minimum and
maximum performance specifications are printed on John
Deere filters. Other filters may be used if they meet these
performance specifications.
See Lubrication and Maintenance section for
recommended filter change intervals.

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Transmission and Hydraulic Oil

PY5149

–UN–21AUG05

Same oil is used for transmission and hydraulic. Use
HY-GARD transmission-hydraulic oil. This oil is available
in pack of 1litre and 20 litre at John Deere Dealership only

HY-GARD is a trademark of Deere & Company

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Fuels, Lubricants and Coolant

Grease
Depending upon the expected air temperature range
during the service interval, use grease as shown on
the adjoining table.

At temperatures below —30°C (—22°F), use arctic
greases such as those meeting Military Specification
MIL-G-10942C.
Grease Type

John Deere
High-Temperature/Extreme-Pressure/Non-Clay Grease
is recommended.
If other greases are used, they must be greases
meeting SAE Multipurpose High Temperature Grease
with Extreme Pressure (EP) Performance and capable
of operating at compartment temperatures above
150°C (302°F)

Temperature Limits

Arctic Grease

Below —10°C (14°F)

SAE (NLGI) #0 or #1

0°C to —30°C (32°F to —22°F)

SAE (NLGI) #2

50°C to 0°C (122°F to 32°F)

JD High Temperature

50°C to —10°C (122°F to 14°F)

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Service and Maintenance
Observe Service Intervals

–UN–02JUN06

Using hour meter (A) as a guide, perform all services at
the hourly intervals indicated on the following pages. Keep
a service record on charts provided in the Lubrication and
Maintenance Record Charts section.

PY5777

IMPORTANT: Recommended service intervals are for
average conditions. Service MORE
OFTEN if tractor is operated under
adverse conditions.
A—Hourmeter

PY80265,05I0204 –19–02JUN06–1/1

Break-In Service
IMPORTANT: Keep wheel hardware tight to avoid
tractor damage. Check wheel
hardware torque before operating,
twice during first ten hours of
operation, after fifty hours of
operation, and periodically
thereafter.

Tighten wheel hardware. (See Wheels, Tyres, and
Treads section.)

During the First 10 Hours of Operation:

After the First 100 Hours of Operation:

Perform daily or 10 hours service. (See Service
Intervals in Lubrication and Maintenance section.)

Replace transmission-hydraulic filter element

Check alternator/fan belt tension and tighten air intake
and cooling system hose clamps
Perform 50 Hours Service

Change engine oil and filter1
Tighten wheel hardware. (See Wheels, Tyres, and
Treads section.)

After the First 1100 Hours of Operation:

After the First 50 Hours of Operation:

Replace transmission-hydraulic oil

1

See Engine Break-In Oil in Service section for additional
information.
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Service and Maintenance

Service Intervals
Every 10 Hours

Every 600 Hours

•
•
•
•
•
•
•

•
•
•
•
•
•
•

Check engine oil level
Check coolant level
Drain water and sediment from fuel filters
Lubricate tie rod ends1
Lubricate steering spindles1
Lubricate front axle pivot pin1
Lubricate rear axle bearings1

Every 50 Hours
•
•
•
•
•
•

Check transmission-hydraulic system oil level
Clean and check battery
Inspect all tyres
Lubricate front axle pivot pin
Lubricate steering spindles
Inspect tractor for loose nuts and bolts

First 100 Hours
• Change engine oil and filter
• Replace transmission-hydraulic filter
Every 250 Hours
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•

Service air cleaner
Change engine oil and filter
Clean and check battery
Inspect and adjust alternator/fan belt
Lubricate 3-point hitch
Check neutral start system
Check clutch pedal free travel
Check brake pedal adjustment

Every 500 Hours
• Replace fuel filter
• Replace transmission-hydraulic filter

Clean engine crankcase vent tube
Repack front wheel bearings
Check and tighten all hoses and hose clamps
Check cooling system for leaks
Lubricate rear axle bearings
Check engine idle speeds
Have your John Deere dealer:
-Check front axle pivot pin
-Adjust engine valve clearance
Inspect fuel injectors

First 1100 Hours
• Change transmission-hydraulic oil and filter
Every 1250 Hours
• Change transmission-hydraulic oil and filter
• Clean transmission-hydraulic pickup screen
Annually
• Change engine oil and filter
• Replace air cleaner elements
Every 2 Years or 2000 Hours (Whichever Comes
First)
• Flush cooling system
Service As Required
• Service air cleaner
• Adjust throttle friction
• Drain water and sediment from fuel tank and fuel
filters

1

Only necessary when operating in extremely wet and muddy
conditions.
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Service—Every 10 Hours
Check Engine Oil Level

–UN–19JUN06

1. Park tractor on level ground, put range shift lever in
neutral (N), set brakes and pull fuel shut-off knob to
stop engine

PY4036

2. Pull out dipstick (A). Oil level should be between two
marks on dipstick. DO NOT operate engine when oil
level is below low mark on dipstick.
3. If level is low, add oil through oil filler hole (B) until
even with upper mark. DO NOT overfill. (See fuels,
Lubricants and Coolants section.)
A—Engine Oil Dipstick
B—Engine Oil Filler Cap

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Check Coolant Level

1. Check coolant level in coolant recovery tank (A).
2. Coolant level shall be upto to “Cold Mark”. If it is below
“Cold Mark”, add coolant to that mark only. (See Fuels,
Lubricants and Coolant section.)

TS281

IMPORTANT: Check the coolant level when engine is
cold.

–UN–23AUG88

CAUTION: . Only remove radiator cap (B) when
engine is cold. Slowly loosen cap to first stop
to relieve pressure before removing completely.

PY4121

–UN–07DEC05

A—Coolant Recovery Tank
B—Radiator Cap

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Service—Every 10 Hours

Drain Water and Sediment From Fuel Tank
and Fuel Filter

2. Open fuel filter drain (B) to bleed accumulated
moisture and sediment from filter. Tighten drain when
clear fuel runs from drain.

PY4284

1. Open fuel tank fitting (A) to bleed accumulated
moisture and sediment from the fuel tank. Tighten
fitting closed when clear fuel runs from fitting.

–UN–06DEC04

NOTE: Place a small container under drain fitting to catch
draining fuel. Dispose of waste properly.

PY4283

–UN–06DEC04

A—Fuel Tank Fitting
B—Fuel Filter Drain

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Service—Every 10 Hours

Water Separator Bowl
1. The water separator is used to obtain the better
functioning of fuel system.
2. Drain water and contaminants from clear water
separator sediment bowl by opening drain screw (D).

PY4300

–UN–06DEC04

PY4285

–UN–06DEC04

A—Hose from Fuel Tank to Water Separator
B—Hose from Water Separator to Fuel Filter
C—Water Separator
D—Drain Screw

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Lubricate as Necessary
Lubrication required only when operating in extremely
wet and muddy conditions. Lubricate with several
shots of multipurpose grease specified in Fuels,
Lubricants and Coolant section.
• Tie rod ends

• Steering spindles (Front Axle) (See Service—50
Hours)
• Front axle pivot pin (See Service—50 Hours)
• Rear axle bearings (See Service—600 Hours)
• Steering cylinder head.

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Service—Every 50 Hours
Check Transmission-Hydraulic System Oil
Level

–UN–21APR05

1. Park on level ground. Put range shift lever in neutral
(N), set brakes and pull fuel shut-off knob to stop
engine.
2. Wait a minimum of five minutes for oil to settle.

4. Add oil to filler port if level is low. (See Anti-Chatter
Transmission/Hydraulic Oil in Fuels, Lubricants and
Coolant section.)

PY4942

3. Check level at mark given on dipstick (A). Level should
be to full oil level mark .
A—Dipstick

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Clean and Check Battery
To access battery, see procedure in Service section.

–UN–24FEB04

Put range shift lever in neutral (N), set brakes and pull
fuel shut-off knob to turn engine OFF. Wipe battery with a
damp cloth. Clean and tighten connections if needed.
Check fluid level in each cell, fill to bottom of filler neck
with clean mineral-free water. (See Servicing Battery in
Service section.)

PY1965

A—Positive Terminal
B—Negative Terminal

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Lubricate Front Axle Pivot Pin

–UN–27JAN05

Adjustable axle pivot pin (A) also requires lubrication of
the front and rear pivot bushing zerks with multipurpose
grease. (See Fuels, Lubricants and Coolant section).

PY4067

A—Adjustable Axle Pivot Pin

Adjustable Front Axle
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Service—Every 50 Hours

Lubricate Steering Spindles
On tractors equipped with adjustable front axle, apply
several shots of general purpose grease (See Fuels,
Lubricants and Coolant section) to steering spindle fitting
(A).

PY4068

–UN–06JUN06

A—Spindle Fitting Zerk

Adjustable Front Axle Shown

PY80265,05I0215 –19–11JUL06–1/1

Inspect Tyres and Loose Hardwares
Inspect all tyres and check inflation pressure. Also check
tractor for any loose harware
Item

Measurement

Specification

Ballast Weights Retaining Bolts

Torque

Front Axle Disk-to-Flange Bolts

Torque

175 N•m (130 lb-ft)

Rear Axle Rim-to-Disk Bolts

Torque

245 N•m (180 lb-ft)

Rear Axle Disk-to-Flange Bolts

Torque

550 N•m (406 lb-ft)

230 N•m (170 lb-ft)

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Service—Every 250 Hours
Change Engine Oil and Filter
1. Run engine to heat oil. pull fuel shut-off knob to turn
engine OFF.

–UN–26AUG04

NOTE: The approximate engine crankcase oil capacity is
8.5 L (9 qt).

PY4147

2. Remove oil drain plug (A) and drain oil.
3. Replace engine oil filter (B) while changing oil. Apply a
film of oil on the new oil filter gasket and install new
filter. Hand tighten plus 1/2 turn.
A—Engine Oil Drain Plug
B—Engine Oil Filter

4. Install drain plug.
IMPORTANT: Change engine oil every 125 hours if
diesel fuel has a sulfur content greater
than 0.7 percent.
5. Add seasonal viscosity grade oil. (See Fuels,
Lubricants and Coolant section.)
Specification
Engine Crankcase Oil—Capacity ....................................................... 8.5 L

NOTE: In Break-in-period, change the oil in first 100
hours. Engine oil should be changed annually as
a minimum.

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Service—Every 250 Hours

Service Air Cleaner
A dual element air cleaner is standard. A dirty primary
element is indicated when the air restriction indicator on
instrument panel illuminates. A dirty element can result in
loss of power or excessive smoke.

Service air cleaner (A) when indicator light illuminates,
every 250 hours or at least once a year.

PY4286

–UN–06DEC04

IMPORTANT: Check unloader valve (B) frequently.
Empty as often as needed to keep it
from filling with dust. If valve is allowed
to fill with dust, air cleaner element will
plug rapidly.

A—Air Cleaner
B—Dust Unloader Valve

Replace primary element at least one a year.
The secondary element should be removed only when
being replaced, normally once a year.
See procedure in Removing Air Cleaner Elements in
Service section.

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Inspect and Adjust Alternator/Fan Belt
Replace if worn or damaged. (See procedure in Service
section.)

–UN–27OCT03

NOTE: Run engine for five minutes to warm a cold belt.
Let a hot belt cool for 15 minutes before
adjustment.

IMPORTANT: Pry against alternator frame only
Adjust tension by loosening cap screw (A) and mounting
bolt (B). Apply force to alternator frame (C) until belt
tension is correct. Tighten cap screw and bolt.

PY1652

Check tension by pressing belt midway between pulleys.
Belt should deflect about 19 mm (3/4 in.) at 89 N (20 lb
force).
A—Tension Adjustment Cap Screw
B—Alternator Mounting Bolt
C—Alternator Frame

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Service—Every 250 Hours

Lubricate 3-Point Hitch
Lubricate right lift link (A) and left lift link (B) with several
shots of multipurpose grease. (See Fuels, Lubricants and
Coolant section.)

PY4287

–UN–01JUN06

A—Right Lift Link Grease Fittings (2 used)
B—Left Lift Link Grease Fitting

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• Gear shift lever (A) in NEUTRAL
CAUTION: If starter turns engine in any of the
following steps, have the neutral start system
repaired by your John Deere dealer.

PY4003

Your John Deere tractor is equipped with interlocks to
prevent inadvertent movement when the engine is started.
Turning the key switch with the clutch pedal depressed
should crank the engine if all of the following conditions
exist:

–UN–01JUN06

Check Neutral Start System

Turning the key switch to the start position should NOT
start the engine, if either of the following exist:
• Gear shift lever (A) in gear (not in NEUTRAL)
• PTO lever (B) in engaged position

PY4012

–UN–14JUL04

A—Gear Shift Lever
B—PTO Shift Lever

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Service—Every 250 Hours

Check and Adjust Clutch Pedal Free Play

To adjust linkage, loosen lock nut (B), unlatch the
connecting clip pin (C) and remove. Rotate clevis (D).
After making adjustment, replace clip, and recheck free
play. When free play is correct, tighten lock nut.

PY4013

–UN–02JUN05

PY1502

A—Clutch Pedal Free Play
B—Lock Nut
C—Clip Pin
D—Clevis

–UN–02JUN05

Measure free play (A) at top of pedal stroke. Adjust
linkage to obtain 20 to 25 mm free play.

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Service—Every 500 Hours
Replace Fuel Filter
Replace Filter element (A) at least once a year.
1. Close fuel shut-off (B).
2. Remove retaining ring (C) and filter.
3. Install new filter with retaining ring hand tight.
4. Open fuel shut-off and bleed air from filter. (See
Bleeding Fuel System in Service section).

PY4288

–UN–06DEC04

A—Fuel Filter Element
B—Fuel Shut-off
C—Retaining Ring

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Replace Transmission-Hydraulic Filter

3. Add transmission-hydraulic oil if required (See Fuels,
Lubricants and Coolant section).

NOTE: In Break-in-period, change the trans-hydra oil filter
in first 100 hours.

PY4407

2. Run engine several seconds and recheck
transmission-hydraulic oil level.

–UN–22FEB06

1. Remove filter (A). Apply a film of oil to new gasket and
install new filter. Hand tighten plus 1/2 turn.

A—Transmission-Hydraulic Oil Filter

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Service—Every 600 Hours

Remove crankcase vent tube (A) from engine. Wash in
solvent or blow clean with compressed air. Reassemble
vent tube breather cap to engine. Be sure vent tube is not
kinked or pinched.

PY4289

CAUTION: Reduce compressed air to less than
210 kPa (2 bar) (30 psi) when using for cleaning
purposes. Clear area of bystanders, guard
against flying chips, and wear personal
protection equipment including eye protection.

–UN–06DEC04

Clean Engine Crankcase Vent Tube

A—Crankcase Vent Tube

PY80265,05I0225 –19–12SEP05–1/1

Pack Front Wheel Bearings
1. Jack up front end of tractor..

4. Pack bearing with multipurpose grease. (See Fuels,
Lubricants and Coolant section.) Coat seal with same
grease.

LV4410

3. Remove washer and wheel bearings. Clean all parts in
solvent and blow dry with compressed air. Replace any
worn or damaged parts.

–UN–06OCT99

2. Remove hub cap, cotter pin, and wheel nut.

7. Reinstall hub cap and wheels. Tighten lug bolts to 175
N•m (130 lb-ft). Retighten bolts after driving tractor 100
m (109 yds) and again after 3 hours and 10 hours use.

LV4411

6. Tighten wheel nut until a slight drag is felt when hub is
turned. Back nut off just enough to install cotter pin in
hole in wheel spindle.

–UN–06OCT99

5. Reinstall bearings, washer, and wheel nut.

A—Hub Cap
B—Pack Bearing with Grease

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Service—Every 600 Hours

–UN–23FEB06
PY4291
–UN–23FEB06
PY4293

PY1705

–UN–04NOV03

PY4290

–UN–23FEB06

Check Hoses and Hose Clamps for Tightness

Check the following systems hose clamps for tightness:
Air Cleaner to engine intake or turbocharger
Engine Cooling
Hydraulics
Fuel

–UN–06DEC04

•
•
•
•

PY4292

Check all hoses for cracks which could cause leaks or
possible failure. Replace as necessary.

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Lubricate Rear Axle Bearings

–UN–16JUL04

Lubricate rear axle fittings (A), both sides, with several
shots of multi-purpose grease. (See Fuels, Lubricants and
Coolant section.)

PY4025

A—Rear Axle Fitting (2 used)

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Service—Every 600 Hours

Check Engine Idle Speeds
Specification
Engine—Slow Idle—Speed ........................................... 800-875 RPM
Engine—Fast Idle (with No
Load)—Speed ........................................................... 2575-2650 RPM

Slow idle speed is 800-875 RPM.
With no load, fast idle speed should be a maximum of
2650 rpm.
If idle speeds are not correct, see your John Deere
dealer.

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Check Front Axle Pivot Pin

–UN–27JAN05

Ask your John Deere dealer to check the front axle pivot
pin (A) for correct end play.

PY4067

A—Front Axle Pivot Pin

Front axle
GENERIC,000005F –19–22FEB06–1/1

Adjust Engine Valve Clearance

PY5509

–UN–16FEB06

Ask your John Deere dealer to make engine valve
clearance adjustment and inspect fuel injectors.

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Service—Every 1250 Hours
Change Transmission-Hydraulic Oil and
Filter
1. Lower rockshaft to remove trapped oil.

4. Fill system with transmission-hydraulic oil. (See Fuels,
Lubricants and Coolant section.)

PY4039

3. Replace filter (C) while changing oil. Apply a film of oil
to new filter gasket and install new filter. Hand tighten
only.

–UN–17JUL04

2. Remove drain plug (B) from transmission case (A) and
drain oil. Dispose of waste oil properly.

Specification
Transmission Oil—Capacity ............................................................... 38 L

–UN–15JUL04

5. Check oil level by means of dipstick. Make sure oil
level is to full level mark. Check again after operating
for five minutes. Add oil if necessary.

PY4019

A—Transmission Case
B—Drain Plug
C—Filter
D—Dipstick

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Service—Every 1250 Hours

1. Drain transmission-hydraulic oil. (See Change
Transmission-Hydraulic Oil and Filter in this section.)
2. Remove two cap screws (A) and remove screen.
Examine screen for damage. Replace if necessary.
Clean screen in solvent and blow dry with compressed
air.

PY2250

Remove two cap screws (A) and remove screen cover
(B).

–UN–16MAR04

Clean Transmission-Hydraulic Pickup Screen

4. Fill system with transmission-hydraulic oil. (See
Changing Transmission-Hydraulic Oil and Filter in this
section.)

PY2251

5. Check oil level at dipstick (C) after filling and again
after operating for 5 minutes.

–UN–16MAR04

3. Carefully install screen so the front of screen is
inserted in hole at front of differential case.

A—Cap Screws (2 used)
B—Screen Cover
C—Dipstick

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Service—Annually
Replace Air Cleaner Elements
1. Open hood and remove side screen. (See Removing
Side Screen in Service chapter.)
2. Release clips (A).
–UN–06DEC04

3. Remove cover (B).

PY4295

4. Remove primary element (C).
5. Clean out any dirt in canister taking care not to
damage the secondary filter element.
IMPORTANT: Remove secondary element (inner
element) ONLY if it is to be replaced.
DO NOT attempt to clean secondary
element.

NOTE: When installing the air cleaner canister, make
sure that the dust unloader valve is facing down.

PY4271

6. Removal of the secondary element (D) is similar to
removal of the primary element.

–UN–06DEC04

If secondary element is replaced, install
new element immediately to prevent
dust from entering air intake system.

7. Install secondary element, primary element and cover.
8. Install side screens and close hood.

PY4294

–UN–06DEC04

A—Clips
B—Cover
C—Primary Element
D—Secondary Element

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Service—2 Years/2000 Hours
Flush Cooling System

–UN–28AUG04

For efficient operation, drain old coolant, flush the entire
system, and fill with clean antifreeze solution at least once
every two years.

PY4157

CAUTION: DO NOT remove radiator cap or drain
coolant until coolant is cold (temperature gauge
should be below the green striped zone).
Always loosen radiator cap slowly to relieve
any excess pressure.
1. Drain coolant - Remove radiator cap (A). Open drain
valve (B) on radiator and drain coolant from radiator.
Drain coolant from engine block:

–UN–28AUG04

IMPORTANT: Thermostat must be removed to ensure
a thorough flush.

PY4158

2. Remove thermostat cover (D), remove thermostat, and
install cover (without thermostat). Tighten cap screws
to specification.
Specification
Thermostat Cover Cap Screws—
Torque ............................................................................ 47 N•.m (35 lb-ft)

3. Flush system with water - Close all drain valves/plugs
and fill system with clean water. Run engine about 10
minutes to stir up possible rust or sediment. Stop
engine and drain water from system before rust and
sediment settle.

PY5103

–UN–15JUN05

4. Flush system with radiator cleaner - Close all drain
valve/plugs and fill the cooling system with a good
commercial radiator cleaner and water. Follow
instructions provided with cleaner. Stop engine and
immediately drain system.
5. Flush system with water - Close all drain valves/plugs
and fill with clean water to flush the system. Run the
engine about 10 minutes, then drain out flushing water.

PY4159

–UN–28AUG04

A—Radiator Cap
B—Drain Valve
C—Coolant Drain Plug
D—Thermostat Cover

Continued on next page

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Service—2 Years/2000 Hours
6. Remove thermostat cover and clean off the gasket
material. Apply gasket sealant to new gasket and
install thermostat and cover. Tighten cap screws to
specification.
Specification
Thermostat Cover Cap Screws—
Torque ............................................................................ 47 N•.m (35 lb-ft)

7. Fill with fresh coolant - Close all drain valves/plugs and
fill with a mixture of antifreeze, soft water, and coolant
conditioner as specified in the Fuels, Lubricants, and
Coolant section.
8. Check coolant level - Fill radiator to the top of the filler
neck. Run the engine until operating temperature is
reached. Let the engine cool (preferably overnight) and
recheck the coolant level. Coolant level with a cold
engine should be at the bottom of the filler neck. When
filling the cooling system it may require several
operating/cooling periods to stabilize the coolant level
in the system. Add make-up coolant to the radiator as
needed to bring the coolant level to the correct level.

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Service—As Required
Under dusty conditions, it may be necessary to service air
cleaner more often than every 250 hours. Whenever dirty
primary element is indicated by loss of power, excessive
smoke or air restriction indicator light, replace primary
element (A). (See Replace Air Cleaner in Service—250
Hours section.)

PY5790

A—Primary Element
B—Secondary Element

–UN–08JUN06

Service Air Cleaner

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Adjust Throttle Friction

1. Adjust spring tension by loosening or tightening lock
nut (A) until throttle lever movement is smooth
throughout range of travel with only slight drag.

PY4072

NOTE: Instrument and side panels removed for
illustration purposes. Throttle lever lock nut can be
accessed by lowering key switch cover.

–UN–24JAN05

When throttle linkage becomes loose and does not stay in
set position, adjust as follows:

A—Throttle Lever Lock Nut

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Additional Service Information
This is not a detailed service manual. It contains only
information needed for operation and routine
maintenance. If you want more detailed service
information, refer to Parts Catalog and/or a Technical
Manual available at Dealership

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Service Tractor Safely
Disengage power to attachments and stop engine
before making any repairs or adjustments.

Before you work on any part of the engine, stop the
engine, and let it cool. Hot engine parts can burn skin
on contact.

Do not change engine governor setting or overspeed
engine.

Never run engine unless range shift lever is in neutral
position.

Keep the vehicle and attachments in good operating
condition.
Keep safety devices in place and in working condition.

Be careful to prevent clothing, jewelry, or long hair
from getting caught in the fan blades, drive belts, or
any other moving engine parts.

Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.

Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair
the function and/or safety and affect machine life.

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Engine Break-In Oil
New engines are filled at the factory with John Deere
ENGINE BREAK-IN OIL. During the break-in period,
add John Deere ENGINE BREAK-IN OIL as needed to

maintain the specified oil level. Change the oil and
filter after the first 100 hours of operation of a new or
rebuilt engine.

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Work In Ventilated Area

TS220

If you do not have an exhaust pipe extension, open the
doors and get outside air into the area

–UN–23AUG88

Engine exhaust fumes can cause sickness or death. If it is
necessary to run an engine in an enclosed area, remove
the exhaust fumes from the area with an exhaust pipe
extension.

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T6642EJ

IMPORTANT: Directing pressurized water at
electronic/electrical components or
connectors, bearings and hydraulic
seals, fuel injection pumps or other
sensitive parts and components may
cause product malfunctions. Reduce
pressure, and spray at a 45 to 90
degree angle.

–UN–18OCT88

Using High-Pressure Washers

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Opening Hood
1. Push hood latch release (A) in to unlock hood.

3. Insert the hood support rod into the hood latch striker
slot (C) to hold hood in raised position.

PY5829

–UN–20JUN06

PY5152

A—Hood Latch Release
B—Hood Support Rod
C—Hood Latch Striker

–UN–21AUG05

2. Raise hood and lift the support rod (B).

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Removing Side Screens
1. Raise the hood and secure with the support rod.

–UN–14DEC05

2. Pull side screen (A).
3. Tilt screen outward and lift from lower mounting slots.

PY1736

A—Side Screens

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Removing Hood
1. Remove side screens. (See Removing Side Screens in
this chapter.)

–UN–19JUN06

2. Remove two cap screws (A) securing hood.

PY5813

3. Release the hood support rod from the hood latch and
secure the rod in the stored position.
4. Remove hood from tractor.
A—Cap Screws (2 used)

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Air Intake System Components

LV4089

–UN–20JUL99

Air enters the intake system through the open end of the
air cleaner canister. A major portion of the dust is
separated out by air turbulence action of the primary air
cleaner element (A) and passed out into the radiator inlet
air flow through the dust unloader valve (C). If the primary
element becomes plugged, dust is filtered out by the
secondary element (B).
A—Primary Air Cleaner Element
B—Secondary Air Cleaner Element
C—Dust Unloader Valve

8’ Air cleaner

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Service Air Cleaner at Regular Intervals

PY5772

The smaller “secondary” element should be removed only
when being replaced, normally once a year. (See Replace
Air Cleaner in Service—250 Hours section.)

–UN–02JUN06

Service air cleaner if air restriction indicator (A) illuminates
or at least every 250 hours. Replace air cleaner elements
at least once a year.

A—Air Restriction Indicator

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–UN–29DEC04
PY4361

PY4293

–UN–23FEB06

Checking Air Intake System

Check all air intake system clamps for tightness.

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Removing Primary Air Cleaner Element
1. Disconnect rubber strap (A) at the front of the canister.
2. Lift clip (B) and pull canister cover.
–UN–29JUL01

3. Clean out any dirt in canister taking care not to
damage the secondary filter element.

PY1113

IMPORTANT: Remove secondary element (inner
element) ONLY if it is to be replaced.
DO NOT attempt to clean secondary
element. If secondary element is
replaced, install new element
immediately to prevent dust from
entering air intake system. When
replacing the air cleaner canister, make
sure that the dust cup/ejector hose is
facing downward.

–UN–29JUL01

PY1100

4. Removal of the secondary element is similar to
removal of the primary element.

A—Rubber Strap
B—Clip
C—Primary Element

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Cleaning Primary Element

IMPORTANT: DO NOT direct air against outside of
element, as it might force dirt through
to inside.

PY1114

2. clean element with compressed air (below 690 kPa or
100 psi). Hold nozzle next to inner surface, and move
up and down pleats.

–UN–29JUL01

1. Pat sides of element gently to loosen dirt. DO NOT tap
element against a hard surface.

3. Inspect element before reinstalling.

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Washing Primary Element

2. Rinse element thoroughly from inside with clean water.
Use element cleaning gun or a free-running hose.
Keep water pressure low (below 280 kPa or 40 psi) to
avoid damaging element.

PY1122

1. If element is coated with oil or soot, wash in a solution
of warm water . Let element soak at least 15 minutes,
then agitate gently to flush out dirt.

–UN–31JUL01

IMPORTANT: Never wash element in gasoline or any
solvent. Never use compressed air on a
wet element. Do not oil element.

3. Allow element to dry completely before using. This
usually takes from one to three days. DO NOT oven
dry or use drying agents. Protect element from freezing
until dry.
4. Inspect element before installing.

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Inspecting Element

3. Be sure rubber sealing surfaces (C) are in good
condition on both ends. If damaged, replace element.

PY1636

2. Be sure outer screen is not dented. Vibration would
quickly wear a hole in filter.

–UN–30SEP03

1. Hold a bright light (A) inside element (B) and check
carefully for holes. Discard any element which shows
the slightest hole.

A—Light Source
B—Element
C—Rubber Sealing Surface

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Storing Element

RW471

–UN–26FEB90

If element is not installed on tractor, seal element in a
plastic bag and store in its original shipping container to
protect against dust and damage.

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Replacing Alternator/Fan Belt
1. Loosen cap screw (A) and bolt (B) and rotate the
alternator (C) to free the belt.

–UN–27OCT03

2. Remove belt from drive pulley.
3. Belt can be pulled around fan to remove.

PY1652

4. Install new belt in reverse order of removal.
5. Adjust belt tension. (See Inspect and Adjust
Alternator/Fan Belt in Service—250 Hours section.)
A—Alternator Cap Screw
B—Alternator Bolt
C—Alternator

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A—FuelGarda¨ fuel filter
B—Fuel shut-off valve

C—Priming pump
D—Bleed screw

PY4296

PY4297

–UN–06DEC04

–UN–06DEC04

Fuel System Components

E—Electric fuel shut-off
F—Fuel injection lines

G—Injection pump

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Bleeding Fuel System

X9811

–UN–23AUG88

CAUTION: Escaping fluid under pressure can
penetrate the skin causing serious injury. Avoid
the hazard by relieving pressure before
disconnecting hydraulic or other lines. Tighten
all connections before applying pressure.
Search for leaks with a piece of cardboard.
Protect hands and body from high pressure
fluids.

–UN–06DEC04

If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately.
Any fluid injected into the skin must be
surgically removed within a few hours or
gangrene may result. Doctors unfamiliar with
this type of injury should reference a
knowledgeable medical source. Such
information is available from Deere & Company
Medical Department in Moline, Illinois, U.S.A.

IMPORTANT: To avoid injection pump damage, DO
NOT attempt to start the engine while
bleeding the fuel system.

PY4277

1. Fuel tank must be full of fuel with the fuel shut-off
valve open.

A—Fuel Return Line

2. Loosen fuel return line (A).

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Do Not Modify Fuel System
IMPORTANT: Modification or alteration of the
injection pump, the injection pump
timing, or the fuel injectors in ways
not recommended by the
manufacturer will terminate the
warranty obligation to the purchaser.
(See warranty information inside
front cover.)

DO NOT attempt to service injection
pump or fuel injectors yourself.
Special training and special tools are
required. (See your John Deere
dealer.)

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–UN–28AUG04
PY4163

PY4161

–UN–28AUG04

Engine Cooling System Components

IMPORTANT: Never pour cold water into the cooling
system of a hot engine, as it might
crack cylinder block or head. DO NOT
operate engine without coolant for even
a few minutes.

PY4162

–UN–28AUG04

The tractors utilize a remote coolant recovery tank.
Make-up coolant is added to the coolant recovery tank
rather than directly to the radiator.

A—Radiator Cap
B—Radiator
C—Coolant Recovery Tank
D—Upper Radiator Hose
E—Thermostat Housing
F—Radiator Drain

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Cleaning Grille, Screens, Radiator and Oil
Cooler

TS266

CAUTION: Reduce compressed air to less than
210 kPa (2 bar) (30 psi) when using for cleaning
purposes. Clear area of bystanders, guard
against flying chips, and wear personal
protection equipment including eye protection.

–UN–23AUG88

1. Whenever trash builds up on grille (A) or side screens
(B), stop engine and brush clean.

2. Remove side screens (B), and see if trash has built up
on radiator (C). If so, carefully remove it using a brush
or compressed air.
3. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, clean
radiator from behind with compressed air or water.
Straighten any bent fins.

PY1804

–UN–15NOV03

A—Grille
B—Side Screens
C—Radiator

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Prevent Battery Explosions

Never check battery charge by placing a metal object
across the posts. Use a volt-meter or hydrometer.

TS204

Do not charge a frozen battery; it may explode. Warm
battery to 16°C (60°F).

–UN–23AUG88

Keep sparks, lighted matches, and open flame away from
the top of battery. Battery gas can explode.

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To avoid shocks and burns, disconnect battery
negative (ground) cable (B) before servicing any
part of the electrical system, then remove
positive cable (A) if removing battery.

TS204

CAUTION: Keep all sparks and flames away
from batteries, as gas given off by electrolyte is
explosive. To avoid sparks, connect negative
(ground) cable (B) last and disconnect it first.
When using a booster battery, follow
instructions in “Operating the Engine” section.

–UN–23AUG88

Observe Electrical Service Precautions

Keep all electrical shields in place.

PY1968

–UN–24FEB04

A—Positive (+) Battery Cable
B—Negative (—) Battery Cable

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Battery Access
Battery is located in front of the radiator.

–UN–14DEC05

To gain access:
1. Raise the hood.

PY1736

2. Pull side screens (A) and remove from slots. (See
Removing Side Screens in this section.)
A—Side Screens

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Removing Battery
CAUTION: To avoid sparks, disconnect negative
(ground) cable first and connect it last.

–UN–24FEB04

1. Remove negative (ground) battery cable (B) and
remove the cable connection. Then remove positive
cable (A) and connection.
Loosen nuts securing battery hold-down and rotate the
holder down, freeing the battery.

PY1968

2. Lift and slide the battery from the battery tray.

A—Positive (+) Cable Nut
B—Negative (—) Cable Nut

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Checking Battery Condition

In MHD99 battery eye is provided on top face on battery.
The eye shows three different colours, which indicates
condition of battery

PY2252

1. If eye shows GREEN colour , it means battery is full
chareged.

TS204

Always remove grounded (—) battery clamp
first and replace it last.

–UN–16MAR04

Never check battery charge by placing a metal
object across the posts. Use a voltmeter or
hydrometer.

–UN–23AUG88

CAUTION: Battery gas can explode. Keep
sparks and flames away from batteries. Use a
flashlight to check battery electrolyte level.

2. If eye shows WHITE colour, it means charging
required.
3. If eye shows RED colour, it means add distilled water.

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Servicing Battery
1. Keep battery clean by wiping with a damp cloth. Keep
all connections (A and B) clean and tight. To remove
any corrosion, wash terminals with a solution of four
parts water to one part baking soda.

–UN–24FEB04

CAUTION: To avoid sparks, connect negative
(ground) (—) cable last and disconnect it first.

PY1968

2. Keep battery fully charged, especially during cold
weather. If a battery charger is connected, attach a
positive cable to the positive battery terminal (A).
Connect the negative battery charger lead to a good
ground on tractor frame.
A—Positive (+) Battery Terminal
B—Negative (—) Battery Terminal

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CAUTION: Sulfuric acid in battery electrolyte is
poisonous. It is strong enough to burn skin, eat
holes in clothing, and cause blindness if
splashed into eyes.
Avoid the hazard by:
1. Filling batteries in a well-ventilated area.
2. Wearing eye protection and rubber gloves.
3. Avoiding breathing fumes when electrolyte is
added.
4. Avoiding spilling or dripping electrolyte.
5. Use proper jump start procedure.
If you spill acid on yourself:

–UN–23AUG88

1. Flush your skin with water.
2. Apply baking soda or lime to help neutralize
the acid.
3. Flush your eyes with water for 15—30
minutes. Get medical attention immediately.

TS203

If acid is swallowed:
1. Do not induce vomiting.
2. Drink large amounts of water or milk, but do
not exceed 2 L (2 quarts).
3. Get medical attention immediately.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT add water in freezing weather
unless tractor will be run at least 30
minutes to assure thorough mixing.

–UN–21APR05

3. Check level of electrolyte in each cell (A) at least every
250 hours. If low, fill to bottom of filler necks with
CLEAN, SOFT water. DO NOT OVERFILL.

PY4954

4. Coat terminals with a small amount of grease.

A—Battery Cells

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Charging Battery

1. With charger off, attach positive battery charger lead to
positive (+) battery terminal (A). Attach negative
charger lead to tractor frame away from the battery.

TS204

CAUTION: Gas given off by battery is explosive.
Keep sparks and flames away from battery.
Before connecting or disconnecting a battery
charger, turn charger off. Make last connection
and disconnection at a point away from battery.

–UN–23AUG88

Keep battery fully charged, especially during cold weather.

2. Turn charger on and recharge the battery following
battery manufacturer’s instructions for using charger.
Check battery condition as described below.

–UN–24FEB04

3. To disconnect battery charger, turn charger off.
Remove negative charger lead first, follow by positive
charger lead.

PY1968

A—Positive (+) Battery Terminal
B—Negative (—) Battery Terminal

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Battery Replacement Specifications
When replacing battery, use recommended battery. See
your John Deere dealer.
Specification
Battery—Volts ................................................................................ 12 Volts
Ampere Rating................................................................................ 100 AH
Make ................................................................................................. Exide
Model ............................................................ MHD99 (EXIDE EXPRESS)

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Connecting Starter Wiring

–UN–12APR05

IMPORTANT: Disconnect battery negative (ground)
cable before servicing any part of
electrical system. Make all other
connections before connecting ground
cable.

PY4876

Connect large battery cable (A) and alternator cable (B) to
large solenoid post. Connect the small white wire (C) to
solenoid terminal (D).
A—Large Battery Cable
B—Large Solenoid Post
C—Small White Wire
D—Solenoid Terminal

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Connecting Alternator Wiring

PY1658

To prevent damage to electrical system,
disconnect alternator before making
any electrical weld repairs. If an
attached implement needs weld repair,
disconnect it from tractor before
welding, to prevent damage to tractor
electrical system.

–UN–15DEC05

IMPORTANT: Disconnect battery negative (ground)
cable before servicing any part of
electrical system. Make all other
connections before connecting ground
cable.

A—Alternator Wire
B—Battery Charging Indicator Wire

If alternator is disconnected for any reason, connect wires
(A) and (B) as shown at right.

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Locating Fusible Link
Electrical circuits are protected by fusible link.
Fusible link (A) is located under hood on right-hand side
of tractor, above fuel filter.

PY4439

–UN–03JAN05

A—Fusible Link

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Locating Fuses
All electrical circuits are protected by fuses. Amperage
rating is marked on each fuse, plus fuses are color coded
to ensure proper replacement.

Fuse Rating

Color
Red

20 Amp

Yellow

30 Amp

Green

PY5151

10 Amp

–UN–21AUG05

To access fuse panel , just pull out fuse panel cover.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT replace original fuse with
higher rated fuse or machine damage
may occur. If original size fuse will not
carry electrical load and continues to
blow, have the electrical system
checked by your John Deere dealer.

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PY2235

–UN–16MAR04

Fuse Size and Function

A—30 amp—Accessory Relay
B—30 amp—Key switch
C—20 amp—Flasher

D—10 amp—Radio
E—20 amp—Flood light
F—10 amp—Brake Light

G—10 amp—Alternator
L—20 amp—Low Beam Light

M—20 amp—High Beam Light
N—20 amp—Park light

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PY4034

–UN–22JUL04

Aiming Headlights

1. Park tractor on level ground, with lights 8 m (25 ft)
from a wall.
2. Measure from top of hood to the ground (A). Place a
strip of masking tape (B) on the wall at the same
height.
3. Place a piece of tape, folded in the middle to make a
point, on the top front center of the hood.
4. Using the hood tape as a guide, sight across steering
wheel and hood to locate tractor centerline. Mark
tractor centerline (C) on wall.
5. From tractor centerline (C), mark a point 130 mm (5
in.) out in each direction (D). This mark locates a point
directly in front of center of each headlight.

–UN–10JUN99

6. Turn light switch to dim position.

LV3020

A—Hood-to-Ground Distance
B—Masking Tape
C—Tractor Centerline
D—Center of Headlight
E—Top of Zone
F—Left Edge of Zone

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7. Locate small zone of bright light projected by each
lamp. Cover other lamps if necessary. Top of zone (E)
should be 130 mm (5 in.) below the tape. Left edge of
zone (F) should be 130 mm (5 in.) left of lamp location
marked (D).
8. To adjust headlights, see Adjusting Headlights in this
section.

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Adjusting Headlights
1. Open the hood.

–UN–12DEC05

2. Turn screws (A—C) counterclockwise to lower beam or
clockwise to raise beam.

PY4104

3. To adjust beam in toward center of tractor, turn screw
(A) counterclockwise and screws (B and C) clockwise
an equal number of turns on each screw.
4. To adjust beam out from center of tractor, turn screws
(B and C) counterclockwise and screw (A) clockwise
an equal number of turns on each screw.

A—Headlight Mounting Screw
B—Headlight Mounting Screw
C—Headlight Mounting Screw
D—Clips

NOTE: Clips (D) need not be removed for adjustment.

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Replace Headlight Bulb
1. Remove headlight connector (A).

–UN–19JUN06

2. Remove dust boot (B).

PY5816

A—Headlight Connector
B—Dust Boot

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3. Twist collar (C).

To guard against personal injury, wear
protective eyeglasses and clothing when
handling bulb. Turn power off when installing
and before removing bulb. Dispose of bulb with
care.

PY4921

CAUTION: A halogen bulb is pressurized and
may shatter. Protect bulb against abrasions and
scratches.

–UN–12DEC05

4. Remove bulb (D).

Allow bulb to cool before removing.

5. Install bulb, collar, seal and connector in reverse order.

PY4922

C—Collar
D—Bulb

–UN–12DEC05

Read and follow all bulb manufacturers
installation instructions.

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Replace Tail Light and Warning Light Bulbs
1. Remove screws (A ).
2. Remove lens.

–UN–29DEC04

3. Push and twist to release bulb from socket.
4. Reverse this procedure to reassemble light.

PY4362

A— Cap Screws (2 used)

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Replace Flood Lamp Bulb
1. Loosen mounting hardware (A) and rotate flood lamp
up to access cover fastening screw

–UN–02JUL01

2. Remove screw, lamp cover and lamp from housing
3. Disconnect wiring leads from bulb

PY1080

4. Rotate bulb counterclockwise and remove
5. Reverse the procedure to reassemble the flood lamp

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Checking Tyres
1. Check tyres daily for damage or noticeably low
pressure.

tractor has no added weight. If you
install ballast or mounted
implements, or if you pull heavy
loads, increase pressure.

2. Have any cuts or breaks repaired as soon as
possible.
3. Protect tyres from exposure to sunlight, petroleum
products and chemicals.

5. If tyre contains liquid ballast, jack up the rear wheel
and measure tyre pressure keeping valve stem at
topmost position.

4. Drive carefully. Try to avoid rocks and sharp
objects.

Refer to Tyre Inflation Pressure Chart in Wheels,
Tyres and Treads section.

IMPORTANT: Minimum pressures may be used
only for light loads and only if

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Troubleshooting
Engine Troubleshooting
Symptom

Problem

Solution

Engine hard to start or will not
start

Improper starting procedure.

Reviewing starting procedure.

No fuel.

Check fuel tank.

Air in fuel tank.

Bleed fuel tank.

Hand primer left raised.

Push primer down.

Slow starter speed.

See “Starter Cranks Slowly”.

Crankcase oil too heavy.

Use oil of proper viscosity.

Improper type of fuel.

Consult fuel supplier; use proper
type fuel for operating conditions.

Water, dirt, or air in fuel system.

Drain, flush, fill and bleed system.

Clogged fuel filter.

Replace clogged filter insert (s)

Dirty or faulty injectors.

Have John Deere dealer check
injectors.

Injection pump shut-off not reset.

Turn key switch to OFF then to ON.

Fuel shut-off valve closed.

Open Fuel shut-off valve on Fuel
tank and Fuel filter both.

Insufficient oil.

Add oil.

Injection pump out of time.

See your John Deere dealer.

Low coolant temperature.

See your John Deere dealer.

Engine overheating.

See “Engine Overheats”.

Engine knocks

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Symptom

Problem

Solution

Engine runs irregularly or stalls
frequently

Low coolant temperature.

See your John Deere dealer.

Clogged fuel filter.

Replace clogged filter.

Water, dirt, or air in fuel system.

Drain, flush, fill, and bleed system.

Dirty or faulty injectors.

Have John Deere dealer check
injectors.

Improper type of fuel.

Use proper fuel.

Below normal engine
temperature

Defective temperature gauge or
sender.

Check gauge, sender, and
conditions.

Lack of power

Engine overloaded.

Reduce load or shift to lower gear.

Low fast idle speed.

See your John Deere dealer.

Intake air restriction.

Service air cleaner.

Clogged fuel filter.

Replace filter element.

Improper type of fuel.

Use proper fuel.

Overheated engine.

See “Engine Overheats”.

Below normal engine temperature.

See your John Deere dealer.

Improper valve clearance.

See your John Deere dealer.

Dirty or faulty injectors.

Have John Deere dealer check
injectors.

Injection pump out of time.

See your John Deere dealer.

Turbocharger not functioning .

See your John Deere dealer.

Implement improperly adjusted.

See implement operator’s manual.

Restricted fuel line.

See your John Deere dealer.

Restricted return line.

See your John Deere dealer.

Improper ballast.

Adjust ballast to load.

Continued on next page

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Troubleshooting
Symptom

Problem

Solution

Low oil pressure

Low oil level.

Add oil.

Improper type of oil.

Drain, fill crankcase with oil of proper
viscosity and quality.

Crankcase oil too light.

Use proper viscosity oil.

Oil leaks.

Check for leaks in lines, around
gaskets and drain plugs.

Restricted crankcase vent tube.

Clean vent tube.

Improper type fuel.

Use proper fuel.

Low engine temperature.

Warm up engine to normal operating
temperature.

Defective thermostat.

See your John Deere dealer.

Defective injection nozzles.

See your John Deere dealer.

Engine out of time.

See your John Deere dealer.

Cold start advance or light load
advance not functioning.

See your John Deere dealer.

Turbocharger not functioning.

See your John Deere dealer.

Improper type of fuel.

Use proper fuel.

Clogged or dirty air cleaner.

Service air cleaner.

Engine overloaded.

Reduce load or shift to a low gear.

Injection nozzles dirty.

See your John Deere dealer.

Engine out of time.

See your John Deere dealer.

High oil consumption

Engine emits white smoke

Engine emits black or gray
exhaust smoke

Continued on next page

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Troubleshooting
Symptom

Problem

Solution

Engine overheats

Dirty radiator core, or grille screens.

Remove all trash.

Engine overloaded.

Shift to lower gear or reduce load.

Low engine oil level.

Check oil level. Add oil as required.

Low coolant level.

Fill radiator to proper level, check
radiator, and hoses for loose
connection or leaks.

Faulty radiator cap.

Replace cap.

Loose or defective fan belt(s).

Adjust belt tension(s).

Cooling system needs flushing.

Flush cooling system.

Defective thermostat.

See your John Deere dealer.

Defective temperature gauge or
sender.

See your John Deere dealer.

Incorrect grade of fuel.

Use proper fuel.

Improper type of fuel.

Use proper fuel.

Clogged or dirty air cleaner.

Service air cleaner.

Engine overloaded.

Reduce load or shift to a lower gear.

Improper valve clearance.

See your John Deere dealer.

Injection nozzles dirty.

See your John Deere dealer.

Engine out of time.

See your John Deere dealer.

Implement improperly adjusted.

See implement operator’s manual.

Low engine temperature.

See your John Deere dealer.

Excessive ballast.

Adjust ballast to load.

Restricted air intake system.

Check system.

Plugged crankcase vent tube.

Clean vent tube.

High fuel consumption.

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Troubleshooting

Transmission Troubleshooting
Symptom

Problem

Solution

Transmission oil overheats

Low oil supply.

Fill system with correct oil.

Clogged transmission-hydraulic oil
filter.

Replace filter.

Internal hydraulic leak.

See your John Deere dealer.

Hitch feedback linkage improperly
adjusted.

Reset linkage. See your John Deere
dealer.

Hydraulic motor not plumbed
correctly.

See your John Deere dealer.

Low oil supply.

Fill system with correct oil.

Clogged transmission-hydraulic oil
filter.

Replace filter.

Low transmission pressure.

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Troubleshooting

Hydraulic System Troubleshooting
Symptom

Problem

Solution

Hydraulic system fails to
function

Low oil supply.

Fill system with correct oil.

Clogged transmission-hydraulic filter.

Replace filter.

Clogged transmission-hydraulic
pickup screen.

Clean pickup screen.

High-pressure internal leak.

See your John Deere dealer.

Hitch fails to lift or lift slowly

Open preselector valve

Low oil supply.

Fill system with correct oil.

Clogged transmission-hydraulic oil
filter.

Replace filter.

Internal hydraulic leak.

See your John Deere dealer.

Oil passage to cylinder closed

Open preselector valve

Hitch feedback linkage improperly
adjusted.

Reset linkage. See your John Deere
dealer.

Hydraulic oil overheats

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Brakes Troubleshooting
Symptom

Problem

Solution

No solid pedal feel

Pedals adjusted incorrectly.

See your John Deere dealer.

Excessive pedal travel

Pedals adjusted incorrectly.

See your John Deere dealer.

Brakes drag during transport

Brakes out of adjustment.

See your John Deere dealer.

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Troubleshooting

Rockshaft and 3-Point Hitch Troubleshooting
Symptom

Problem

Solution

Insufficient transport clearance

Center link too long.

Adjust center link.

Lift links to long.

Adjust lift links.

Implement not level.

Level implement.

Implement not properly adjusted.

See implement operator’s manual.

Front of center link in upper holes.

Move center link to lower holes.

Sway chains adjusted to short.

Lengthen sway chains.

Hitch drops slowly

Rockshaft rate-of-drop control not
properly set.

Adjust rate-of-drop knob.

Hitch fails to lift or lifts slowly

Excessive load on hitch.

Reduce load.

Low oil level.

Fill system with proper oil.

Hydraulic oil too cold.

Allow oil to warm.

Transmission-hydraulic oil filter
clogged.

Replace filter.

Transmission-hydraulic pickup
screen clogged.

Clean or replace pickup screen.

Lift links too short.

Adjust lift links.

Lack of penetration.

See implement operator’s manual.

Improper setting of limit stop.

Reset position limit.

Improper setting of draft lever.

See Rockshaft and 3-Point Hitch
section.

Implement will not operate at
desired depth

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Troubleshooting
Symptom

Problem

Solution

Insufficient or no hitch response
to draft load

Front attachment of center link in
upper holes.

Move center link attachment to lower
bracket holes.

Draft control lever in “Off” position.

Move lever rearward.

Lift links too short.

Adjust lift links.

Lack of penetration.

See implement operator’s manual.

Rate-of-drop too slow.

Adjust rate-of-drop valve.

Front attachment on center link in
lower bracket holes.

Move center link attachment to
upper bracket holes.

Improper draft sensing adjustment.

Move lever forward.

Hitch drops too fast

Rate-of-drop set too fast.

Adjust rate-of-drop.

Rockshaft control levers “drift”.
Levers too loose.

Friction disks are loose.

Adjust rockshaft control lever friction.
See procedures in “Rockshaft and
3-Point Hitch” section or see your
John Deere dealer.

Hitch too responsive

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Troubleshooting

Electrical System Troubleshooting
Symptom

Problem

Solution

Battery will not charge

Loose or corroded connections.

Clean and tighten connections.

Sulfated or worn-out battery.

Check electrolyte level and specific
gravity.

Loose or defective alternator/fan
belt.

Adjust belt tension or replace belt.

Low engine speed.

Increase speed.

Defective battery.

Check electrolyte level and specific
gravity.

Defective alternator.

See your John Deere dealer.

Slipping alternator/fan belt.

Adjust belt tension.

Range shift lever in gear.

Move lever to neutral.

PTO lever in engaged position.

Move PTO lever to disengaged
position.

Low battery output.

See your John Deere dealer.

Blown fuse.

Replace fuse.

Low battery output.

Check electrolyte level and specific
gravity.

Crankcase oil too heavy.

Use proper viscosity oil.

Loose or corroded connections.

Clean and tighten loose connections.

Blown fuse.

Replace fuse.

Charging system indicator glows
with engine running

Starter inoperative

Starter cranks slowly

Light system does not function;
rest of electrical system
functions

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Troubleshooting
Symptom

Problem

Solution

Entire electrical system does not
function

Faulty battery connections.

Clean and tighten connections.

Sulfated or worn-out battery.

Check electrolyte level and specific
gravity.

Blown fuse.

Replace fuse.

Diode to protect circuit from arcing
has failed.

See your John Deere dealer.

Relay(s) sticking or
nonfunctional; repeated failures

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Tractor Storage
Storing Tractor

–UN–12DEC05

IMPORTANT: Any time tractor will not be used for
several months, use this procedure to
minimize corrosion and deterioration.
1. Service air cleaner (A). (See Servicing Air Cleaner in
Service section.)

PY4442

2. If coolant has been in tractor for two years, flush
cooling system (B). (See Flushing Cooling System in
Service section.) Add 50 percent antifreeze water
mixture. Test coolant for adequate cold weather
protection.
3. Change engine oil and filter (D). (See Change Engine
Oil and Filter in Service—250 Hours section.)

–UN–12DEC05

4. Drain fuel and add back 4 L of fuel. Then add 0.4 L of
corrosion inhibitor.

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5. Add 0.25 L of corrosion inhibitor to
transmission-hydraulic system fill port (E).
6. Depress clutch and start engine. Run engine until it
reaches operating temperature. Also raise and lower
rockshaft several times. Shut off engine.

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–UN–21APR05

PY4169

–UN–12DEC05

A—Air Cleaner
B—Cooling System
C—Engine Oil Drain Plug
D—Engine Oil Filter
E—Transmission-Hydraulic Oil Filler Cap

Continued on next page

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Tractor Storage
7. Add 0.5 L more inhibitor to fuel tank at filler cap (A).

10. Loosen alternator/fan belt after they have cooled.
11. Remove and clean battery. Store in a cool, dry place.
Keep it charged.1

PY4101

9. Remove air intake hose at manifold. Pour 0.1 L
inhibitor into manifold and replace hose. Pull hand
throttle back to slow idle position. Crank engine only a
few revolutions.

–UN–20AUG04

8. Add 0.5 L inhibitor to engine crankcase at filler (B).

12. Tie or block clutch pedal in the disengaged position.

15. Cover dash with opaque material to prevent gauges
from fading.

PY1418

14. Use tape to seal air inlet hole (C), dust unloader valve
(D), exhaust pipe, crankcase filler (B), fuel caps, and
transmission-hydraulic system filler cap (E).

–UN–03FEB03

13. Coat exposed bare (no paint) metal surfaces with
grease or a corrosion inhibitor.

16. Raise tyres off ground. Protect them from heat and
sunlight.
17. Thoroughly clean tractor. Touch up any painted
surfaces that are scratched or chipped.
18. If tractor must be stored outside, cover it with a
waterproof material.

1

Disconnect battery ground cable for short-term storage periods (20 to
90 days).

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–UN–21APR05

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–UN–17FEB06

A—Fuel Tank Filler Cap
B—Engine Oil Filler Cap
C—Air Cleaner Inlet Hole
D—Dust Unloader Valve
E—Transmission-Hydraulic Filler Cap

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Tractor Storage

Removing Tractor From Storage
1. Check tyre inflation pressure. (See Wheels, Tyres
and Treads section.) Lower tyres to ground.

6. Drain a small amount of fuel from fuel tank to purge
any moisture condensation that has collected.

2. Unseal all openings sealed in “Storing Tractor”.

7. Fill fuel tank.

3. Install battery.

8. Perform all appropriate 10-hour, 50-hour, 250-hour,
and 600-hour services as instructed in Lubrication
and Maintenance section.

4. Remove ties or block which secured clutch pedal
down.

9. Check all instruments and indicators by turning key
switch to ON position.

5. Check levels of engine oil, transmission-hydraulic
oil and engine coolant, Add if necessary.

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IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate starter more than 20
seconds at a time and wait at least two
minutes for starter to cool before trying
again.

–UN–16FEB06

10. Pull hand throttle (A) all the way down, depress clutch
pedal and crank engine until oil pressure rises.

12. Depress clutch pedal and start engine. Operate
engine at slow idle for several minutes. Warm up
carefully and check all systems before placing tractor
under load.

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11. Connect wiring lead to fuel injection pump shut-off
solenoid.

A—Hand Throttle

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Specifications
John Deere 5310 S Tractor
5310 S-3029T Turbocharged Engine
Observed PTO power

Brakes

62 hp

Type

Wet disc brakes

Actuation

Hydraulic

Max. engine torque

240 Nm

Cylinders

3

Bore

106.5 mm

Hydraulics

Stroke

110 mm

Pump output

Displacement

2.9 L

Lifting capacity

Compression ratio

17.8:1

Firing order

1-2-3

Slow idle

800-875 RPM

Fast idle

2575-2650 RPM

46 l/min
2000 kgf
Wheels and Tyres

Front tyre

6.5 x 20, 8 PR

Rear tyre

18.4 x 30, 14 PR

Operating range

1400-2400

Injection pump timing

5.4° BTDC

Total weight

2515 kg

Type of injection pump

Rotary

Wheel base

2050 mm

Dimensions and Weight

Electrical
Battery

12 V, 100 AH

Alternator

43 Amp

Starter

12 V, 2.5 kW
Transmission

Clutch type

Dual

Gearbox type

Collar Shift

No. of forward gears

9

No. of reverse gears

3

Standard PTO

540 RPM

Dual PTO (Optional)

540 RPM @ 2376 & 1782 ERPM

Overall length

3820 mm

Overall width

1880 mm

Overall height (with exhaust pipe)

2300 mm

Ground clearance

500 mm

Turning radius w. brake

3150 mm

Turning radius w/o brake

3610 mm

Filling Capacities
Fuel tank

68 lit

Engine sump

8.5 lit

Transmission

38 lit

Hydraulics

Common to transmission

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Specifications

Ground Speed at Rated Engine Speed (2400 RPM)
5310 S Tractor ( Rear tyre size : 18.4 X 30) , ( RR - 753 mm )
Gear

Speed (km/h)

A1

2.72

A2

4.20

A3

4.92

B1

6.39

B2

9.94

B3

11.80

C1

17.57

C2

27.28

C3

32.41

A-R

3.86

B-R

9.13

C-R

25.07

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Specifications

TORQ2

–UN–07SEP99

Metric Bolt and Cap Screw Torque Values

Top, property class and head markings; bottom, property class and nut markings
Class 4.8
Size

a

Lubricated
N•m(lb-ft)

Class 8.8 or 9.8
b

Dry
N•m(lb-ft)

a

Class 10.9
b

Lubricated
N•m(lb-ft)

Dry
N•m(lb-ft)

a

Class 12.9
b

Lubricated
N•m(lb-ft)

Dry
N•m(lb-ft)

Lubricateda
N•m(lb-ft)

Dryb
N•m(lb-ft)

M6

4.7 (3.5)

6 (4.4)

9 (6.6)

11.5 (8.5)

13 (9.5)

16.5 (12.2)

15.5 (11.5)

19.5 (14.5)

M8

11.5 (8.5)

14.5 (10.7)

22 (16)

28 (20.5)

32 (23.5)

40 (29.5)

37 (27.5)

47 (35)

M10

23 (17)

29 (21)

43 (32)

55 (40)

63 (46)

80 (59)

75 (55)

95 (70)

M12

40 (29.5)

50 (37)

75 (55)

95 (70)

110 (80)

140 (105)

130 (95)

165 (120)

M14

63 (46)

80 (59)

120 (88)

150 (110)

175 (130)

220 (165)

205 (150)

260 (190)

M16

100 (74)

125 (92)

190 (140)

240 (175)

275 (200)

350 (255)

320 (235)

400 (300)

M18

135 (100)

170 (125)

265 (195)

330 (245)

375 (275)

475 (350)

440 (325)

560 (410)

M20

190 (140)

245 (180)

375 (275)

475 (350)

530 (390)

675 (500)

625 (460)

790 (580)

M22

265 (195)

330 (245)

510 (375)

650 (480)

725 (535)

920 (680)

850 (625)

1080 (800)

M24

330 (245)

425 (315)

650 (480)

820 (600)

920 (680)

1150 (850)

1080 (800)

1350 (1000)

M27

490 (360)

625 (460)

950 (700)

1200 (885)

1350 (1000)

1700 (1250)

1580 (1160)

2000 (1475)

M30

660 (490)

850 (625)

1290 (950)

1630 (1200)

1850 (1350)

2300 (1700)

2140 (1580)

2700 (2000)

M33

900 (665)

1150 (850)

1750 (1300)

2200 (1625)

2500 (1850)

3150 (2325)

2900 (2150)

3700 (2730)

M36

1150 (850)

1450 (1075)

2250 (1650)

2850 (2100)

3200 (2350)

4050 (3000)

3750 (2770)

4750 (3500)

a

"Lubricated" means coated with a lubricant such as engine oil, or fasteners with phosphate and oil coatings.

b

"Dry" means plain or zinc plated without any lubrication.

DO NOT use these values if a different torque value or tightening
procedure is given for a specific application. Torque values listed are
for general use only. Check tightness of fasteners periodically.

Make sure fastener threads are clean and that you properly start
thread engagement. This will prevent them from failing when
tightening.

Shear bolts are designed to fail under predetermined loads. Always
replace shear bolts with identical property class.

Tighten plastic insert or crimped steel-type lock nuts to approximately
50 percent of the dry torque shown in the chart, applied to the nut,
not to the bolt head. Tighten toothed or serrated-type lock nuts to the
full torque value.

Fasteners should be replaced with the same or higher property class.
If higher property class fasteners are used, these should only be
tightened to the strength of the original.

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Specifications

TORQ1A

–UN–27SEP99

Unified Inch Bolt and Cap Screw Torque Values

Top, SAE grade and head markings; bottom, SAE grade and nut markings
Grade 1 (No Mark)
Size

Lubricated
N•m(lb-ft)

b

c

Grade 2a (No Mark)
b

Dry
N•m(lb-ft)

Lubricated
N•m(lb-ft)

c

Dry
N•m(lb-ft)

Grade 5, 5.1 or 5.2
b

Lubricated
N•m(lb-ft)

c

Dry
N•m(lb-ft)

Grade 8 or 8.2
Lubricatedb
N•m(lb-ft)

Dryc
N•m(lb-ft)

1/4

3.8 (2.8)

4.7 (3.5)

6 (4.4)

7.5 (5.5)

9.5 (7)

12 (9)

13.5 (10)

17 (12.5)

5/16

7.7 (5.7)

9.8 (7.2)

12 (9)

15.5 (11.5)

19.5 (14.5)

25 (18.5)

28 (20.5)

35 (26)

3/8

13.5 (10)

17.5 (13)

22 (16)

27.5 (20)

35 (26)

44 (32.5)

49 (36)

63 (46)

7/16

22 (16)

28 (20.5)

35 (26)

44 (32.5)

56 (41)

70 (52)

80 (59)

100 (74)

1/2

34 (25)

42 (31)

53 (39)

67 (49)

85 (63)

110 (80)

120 (88)

155 (115)

9/16

48 (35.5)

60 (45)

76 (56)

95 (70)

125 (92)

155 (115)

175 (130)

220 (165)

5/8

67 (49)

85 (63)

105 (77)

135 (100)

170 (125)

215 (160)

240 (175)

305 (225)

3/4

120 (88)

150 (110)

190 (140)

240 (175)

300 (220)

380 (280)

425 (315)

540 (400)

7/8

190 (140)

240 (175)

190 (140)

240 (175)

490 (360)

615 (455)

690 (510)

870 (640)

1

285 (210)

360 (265)

285 (210)

360 (265)

730 (540)

920 (680)

1030 (760)

1300 (960)

1-1/8

400 (300)

510 (375)

400 (300)

510 (375)

910 (670)

1150 (850)

1450 (1075)

1850 (1350)

1-1/4

570 (420)

725 (535)

570 (420)

725 (535)

1280 (945)

1630 (1200)

2050 (1500)

2600 (1920)

1-3/8

750 (550)

950 (700)

750 (550)

950 (700)

1700 (1250)

2140 (1580)

2700 (2000)

3400 (2500)

1-1/2

990 (730)

1250 (930)

990 (730)

1250 (930)

2250 (1650)

2850 (2100)

3600 (2650)

4550 (3350)

a
Grade 2 applies for hex cap screws (not hex bolts) up to 6 in. (152 mm) long. Grade 1 applies for hex cap screws over 6 in. (152 mm) long,
and for all other types of bolts and screws of any length.
b

"Lubricated" means coated with a lubricant such as engine oil, or fasteners with phosphate and oil coatings.

c

"Dry" means plain or zinc plated without any lubrication.

DO NOT use these values if a different torque value or tightening
procedure is given for a specific application. Torque values listed are
for general use only. Check tightness of fasteners periodically.

Make sure fastener threads are clean and that you properly start
thread engagement. This will prevent them from failing when
tightening.

Shear bolts are designed to fail under predetermined loads. Always
replace shear bolts with identical grade.

Tighten plastic insert or crimped steel-type lock nuts to approximately
50 percent of the dry torque shown in the chart, applied to the nut,
not to the bolt head. Tighten toothed or serrated-type lock nuts to the
full torque value.

Fasteners should be replaced with the same or higher grade. If
higher grade fasteners are used, these should only be tightened to
the strength of the original.

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Identification Numbers
Identification Plates
Each tractor has the identification plates shown on these
pages. The letters and numbers stamped on the plates
identify a component or assembly. ALL these characters
are needed when ordering parts or identifying a tractor or
component for any John Deere product support program.
Also, they are needed for law enforcement to trace your
tractor if it is ever stolen. ACCURATELY record these
characters in the spaces provided in each of the following
photographs.

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Record Tractor Serial (Chassis) Number
Serial number plate (A) is located on the left front support
member of the tractor.

PY5153

–UN–21AUG05

Tractor Serial Number

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Record Front Axle Serial Number
The front-axle serial number plate (A) is located on rear
side of right-hand axle housing.

PY4071

–UN–07JUN06

Front Axle Serial Number

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Identification Numbers

Record Engine Serial Number

–UN–21AUG05

Serial number plate (A) is located on the right-hand side
of the engine block between the starter solenoid and the
hydraulic pump.

PY5154

Engine Serial Number

PY80265,05I0294 –19–12SEP05–1/1

Record Transmission Serial Number
Transmission serial number is stamped into the lower
left-hand corner of rear housing (A).

PY1537

–UN–30JAN06

Transmission Serial Number

PY80265,05I0295 –19–12SEP05–1/1

160-2

082206

PN=158

Lubrication Maintenance Record Charts
50, 250 Hour Service Chart
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Check transmission-hydraulic system oil level
Clean and check battery
Inspect all tyres
Lubricate front axle pivot pin
Lubricate steering spindles
Inspect tractor for loose nuts and bolts

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Service air cleaner
Inspect and adjust alternator/fan belt
Lubricate 3-point hitch
Check neutral start system
Check clutch pedal free play
Check brake pedal adjustment

Every 250 Hours
• Change engine oil and filter
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PY80265,05I0296 –19–12SEP05–1/1

165-1

082206

PN=159

Lubrication Maintenance Record Charts

500 Hour Service Chart
Every 500 Hours

• Replace transmission-hydraulic oil filter

• Replace fuel filter
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PY80265,05I0297 –19–12SEP05–1/1

165-2

082206

PN=160

Lubrication Maintenance Record Charts

600 Hour Service Chart
Every 600 Hours
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Clean crankcase vent tube
Repack front wheel bearings
Tighten engine air intake hose clamps
Check cooling system for leaks

• Lubricate rear axle bearings
• Check engine idle speeds
• Have your John Deere dealer:
– Adjust engine valve clearance
– Check front axle pivot pin
– Inspect fuel injectors

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PY80265,05I0298 –19–12SEP05–1/1

165-3

082206

PN=161

Lubrication Maintenance Record Charts

1000,1250 Hour Service Chart
Every 1000 Hours

Every 1250 Hours

• Check and adjust valve clearance
• Check engine speeds

• Change transmission-hydraulic oil and filter
• Clean transmission-hydraulic pickup screen

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PY80265,05I0299 –19–12SEP05–1/1

165-4

082206

PN=162

Lubrication Maintenance Record Charts

Annual Service Chart
Annually

• Replace air cleaner elements

• Change engine oil and filter
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PY80265,05I0301 –19–12SEP05–1/1

165-5

082206

PN=163

Lubrication Maintenance Record Charts

2000 Hour Service Chart
Every 2 Years or 2000 Hours (Whichever Comes
First)

• Flush cooling system

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PY80265,05I0302 –19–12SEP05–1/1

165-6

082206

PN=164

F

Lubrication Maintenance Record Charts

As Required Service Chart
Service as Required
• Replace fuel filter

• Drain water and sediment from fuel tank
• Service air cleaner
• Adjust throttle friction

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PY80265,05I0303 –19–12SEP05–1/1

165-7

082206

PN=165

John Deere Service
John Deere Parts

TS100

–UN–23AUG88

We help minimize downtime by putting genuine John
Deere parts in your hands in a hurry. That’s why we
maintain a large and varied inventory to meet your spare
parts needs.

PY00013,0000003 –19–14JUN01–1/1

The Right Tools

TS101

–UN–23AUG88

Precision tools and testing equipment enable our Service
Department to locate and correct troubles quickly. They
save your time and money.

PY00013,0000004 –19–14JUN01–1/1

Well Trained Technician
School is never out for John Deere service technicians.
Training schools are held regularly to be sure our
personnel know your equipment and how to maintain it.
–UN–23AUG88

Result?

TS102

Experience you can count on!

PY00013,0000005 –19–14JUN01–1/1

Prompt Service

TS103

see us, depend on us.We’ll be around when you need us.

–UN–23AUG88

Our goal is to provide prompt, efficient care when you
want it and where you want it. We can make repairs at
your place or at ours, depending on the circumstances.

PY00013,0000006 –19–14JUN01–1/1

170-1

082206

PN=166

Index
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A
Acid burns, battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-13
Adjusting rockshaft speed-of-drop
Implement lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-5
Air cleaner
Inspecting primary element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-6
Replace elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125-1
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110-2, 135-1
Service/regular intervals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-4
Storing primary element . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-7
Air intake system
Checking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-4
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-3
Air restriction indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-4
Alternator wiring
Connecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-16
Alternator/fan belt
Inspect and adjust. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110-2
Alternator/fan belt, replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-7
Attaching implements to three point hitch . . . . . . 55-7
Attaching PTO-driven implement . . . . . . . . . . . . 65-2

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Ballast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-1
Limitations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-3
Liquid weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-7
Matching to load work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-1
Maximum front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-5
Maximum rear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-5
Selecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-1
Ballasting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-5
Front end for transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-4
Battery
Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-11
Acid burn treatment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-13
Booster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-8
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-15
Checking condition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-12
Clean and check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100-1
Removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-12
Replacement specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-15
Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-13
Battery explosion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-12
Before starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-1
Bolts
Front axle, tighten . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-4
Rear axle, tighten . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-5
Booster battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-8

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Brakes
Using . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-4
Brakes troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145-6
Break-in . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35-1
Break-in service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35-1, 90-1

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Cast iron weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-6
Install rear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-6
Center link
Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-6
Charging system indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-3
Checking Toe-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-10
Clutch pedal free play
Check and adjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110-4
Connecting single acting cylinder . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-3
Control lever and coupler identification . . . . . . . . 60-1
Coolant
Check level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95-1
Diesel engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85-4
Coolant temperature gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-4
Cooling system
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-9
Flush every two years . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130-1
Correct hose tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-1
Cylinder hoses, disconnecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-5
Cylinder, extending/retracting
No. 1 SCV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-4

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Dash panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diesel engine
Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Differential lock
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Draft control, using . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drawbar
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Driving on public roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50-1,

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Electrical service precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-11
Electrical system troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . 145-9

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PN=1

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Engine
Avoid idling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-6
Break-in oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-1
Change oil and filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110-1
Changing speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-5
Check idle speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115-3
Check oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95-1
Cooling system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-9
Observe work and idle speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-7
Stalled. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-6
Stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-8
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145-1
Warming up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-5
Engine crankcase vent tube
Clean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115-1
Engine valve clearance
Adjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115-3

Grille screens, cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-10
Ground speed estimates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155-2

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Fan/alternator belt, replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-7
Front axle pivot pin
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115-3
Lubricate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100-1
Front wheel bearings, pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115-1
Fuel
Fill tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85-3
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85-2
Watch level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-4
Fuel filter
Drain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95-2, 95-3
Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115-1
Fuel system
Bleeding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-8
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-7
Fuel tank
Drain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95-2, 95-3
Fuels and lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85-1
Fuses
Locating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-17
Size and function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-18
Fusible link, locating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-17

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Hardware
Wheel/axle, tighten . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-3
Headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-2
Adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-20
Aiming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-19
Replace bulb. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-20
High beam indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-2
Hitch
Adjusting side sway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-8
Attaching implements to . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-7
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-1
Leveling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-9
Lubricate three-point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110-3
Hood
Opening . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-2
Removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-3
Hoses and hose clamps, check . . . . . . . . . . . . 115-2
Hydraulic cylinder hoses, connecting . . . . . . . . . 60-2
Hydraulic system troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . 145-6
Hydraulic-transmission filter element . . . . . . . . . 85-5

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Identification numbers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160-1
Idle speeds, check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115-3
Implement to tyre clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-1
Inch torque values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155-4
Indicator
Air restriction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-4
Charging system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-3
Oil pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-3
Instrument panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-3

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Coolant temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-4
Gear oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85-5
Grease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85-6

Lateral float, adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-10
Light
Hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-5
Light switch
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-1
Lighting and signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-1

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Lubricant
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85-3
Lubrication and maintenance record charts . . . 165-1

Rockshaft and quick-coupler 3-point hitch
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145-7
Rockshaft control lever friction, adjust . . . . . . . 55-10
Rockshaft control levers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-2

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Metric torque values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155-3

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Neutral lever position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-3
Neutral start system, check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110-3

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Oil
Engine break-in. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-1
Warming hydraulic system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-11
Oil cooler, cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-10
Oil Gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85-5
Oil pressure indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-3
Operating transmission. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-3
Operator training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-1

Seat
Selecting position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-1
Selecting a gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-4
Service
As required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135-1
10 hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95-1
100 hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110-1
1200 hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120-1
250 hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110-2
50 hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100-1
Service intervals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90-2
Service intervals, observe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90-1
Seven-terminal outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-6
Side screens, removing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-3
Signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-1
Speed/hour meter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-7
Starter wiring, connecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-16
Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-2
Steering spindles, lubricate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100-2
Stopping tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-6
Storing lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85-3
Storing tractor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150-1

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Position center link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Position control lever stop, setting . . . . . . . . . . .
Prestart checks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PTO
Adjusting clutch rod. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attach driven implement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65-3,

55-6
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40-1
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R
Radiator, cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-10
Rear axle bearings, lubricate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115-2
Removing tractor from storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150-3
Reversed cylinder response, correcting . . . . . . . 60-3
Ride comfort, adjusting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-1
Rockshaft
Postion control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-3
Rate-of-drop adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-5

T
Tail light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-3
Replace bulb. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-21
Three-point hitch, lubricate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110-3
Throttle friction, adjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135-1
Tires
Inflation pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-2
Inflation pressure chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-3
Toe-in, 2-WD tractor
Adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-11
Torque values
Adjustable front axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-4
Inch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155-4
Metric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155-3
Rear axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-5
Wheels/axles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-3
Towing tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80-4
Tractor controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-1

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Tractor PTO, operating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65-3, 65-4
Transmission troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145-5
Transmission, operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-3
Transmission, shifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-3
Transmission-hydraulic system
Change oil and filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120-1
Check oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100-1
Clean pickup screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120-2
Replace filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115-1
Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80-4
Tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05-8
Tread settings
Adjustable front axle—Late model tractor . . . . 75-7
Multi-position rear wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-6
Tread width
Adjusting front axle, late model tractor . . . . . . 75-9
Rear wheel limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75-5
Troubleshooting
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145-6
Electrical system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145-9
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145-1
Hydraulic system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145-6
Quick-coupler 3-point hitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145-7
Rockshaft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145-7
Transmission. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145-5
Turn signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-4
Tyres
Checking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-22

Wheel slip
Measuring manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-2

U
Using
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cast iron weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Differential lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Draft control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tail lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turn signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

50-4
70-6
50-5
55-4
20-2
20-3
20-4

W
Warming hydraulic system oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55-11
Warning light
Replace bulb. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140-21
Weights
Cast iron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-6
Install rear cast iron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-6

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