Foreword

READ THIS MANUAL carefully to the first 100 hours, schedule an

learn how to operate and service after-sale inspection with your
your machine correctly. Failure to dealer to ensure best performance.
do so could result in personal injury
or equipment damage. THIS TRACTOR IS DESIGNED
SOLELY for use in customary
THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE agricultural or similar operations.
CONSIDERED a permanent part of ("Intended Use") Use in any other
your machine and should remain way is considered as contrary to the
with the machine when you sell it. intended use. The manufacturer
accepts no liability for damage or
MEASUREMENTS in this manual injury resulting from this misuse,
are given in both metric and and these risks must be borne solely
customary U.S. unit equivalents. by the user. Compliance with and
Use only correct replacement parts strict adherence to the conditions of
and fasteners. Metric and inch operation, service and repair as
fasteners may require a specific specified by the manufacturer also
metric or inch wrench. constitute essential elements for the
intended use.
RIGHT-HAND AND LEFT-HAND
sides are determined by facing the THIS TRACTOR SHOULD BE
direction of forward travel. OPERATED, serviced and repaired
only by persons familiar with all its
WRITE PRODUCT particular characteristics and
IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS acquainted with the relevant safety
(P.I.N.) in the Specification or rules (accident prevention).
Identification Numbers Section.
Accurately record all the numbers to The accident prevention regulations,
help in tracing the machine should it all other generally recognized
be stolen. Your dealer also needs regulations on safety and
these numbers when you order parts. occupational medicine and the road
File the identification numbers in a traffic regulations must be observed
secure place off the machine. at all times.

SETTING FUEL DELIVERY Any arbitrary modifications carried

BEYOND PUBLISHED factory out on this tractor will relieve the
specifications or otherwise manufacturer of all liability for any
overpowering will result in loss of resulting damage or injury.
warranty protection for this
machine.

BEFORE DELIVERING THIS

MACHINE, your dealer performed a
pre-delivery inspection. After
operating for

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AG,RX15494,3334 -19-18JAN00-2/2

Quick Reference
Specifications
CAPACITIES (Approximate):

Fuel Tank:

... 344 L (91 gal)

Cooling System:

... 33 L (35 qt)

Crankcase with Filter:

... 24 L (25 qt)

Transmission, Differential, and Hydraulic System:
.. PowrQuad, AutoQuad II ... 98.3 L (25.9 gal)
.. PowrQuad with Creeper ... 102.3 L (27 gal)
.. Powershift ... 102.3 L (27 gal)
.. AutoPowr ... 91 L (24 gal)
.. AutoPowr with MFWD ... 102.3 L (27 gal)

MFWD:
.. Axle Housing ... 14.4 L (15.2 qt)
.. Wheel Hubs ... 1.9 L (2 qt)

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE PARTS:

Filters:

.. Engine Oil Filter... RE509672

.. Engine Primary Air Filter... RE65880

.. Secondary Air Filter... RE34967

.. Fuel Primary Filter... RE509596

.. Fuel Pre-Filter ...R502778
.. Cab Air Filter ... RE24619
.. Cab Recirculation Air Filter ... RE48882
.. Transmission Filter (PowrQuad, AutoQuad II) ... AL77061
.. Transmission Filter (Powershift) ... RE47313
.. Transmission Filter (AutoPowr) ... RE161181
.. Hydraulic System Filter (AutoPowr) ... RE161181
.. Hydraulic System Filter (PowrQuad, AutoQuad II, Powershift)...
RE39527

Belts:

..Fan Drive... R123459 (Open Operators Station)

..Fan Drive... R123459 (Cab)
.. Fan Drive... R128210 (With Trailer Air Brakes)
Batteries ... TY6128

* See Specifications Section for additional capacities

AG,RX15494,3335 -19-18JAN00-1/1

Recognize Safety Information

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.

Follow recommended precautions and safe

operating practices.

DX,ALERT -19-29SEP98-1/1

Understand Signal Words

A signal word-DANGER, WARNING, or

CAUTION-is used with the safety-alert
symbol. DANGER identifies the most
serious hazards.

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.

DX,SIGNAL -19-03MAR93-1/1
Follow Safety Instructions

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.

Learn how to operate the machine and how

to use controls properly. Do not let anyone
operate without instruction.

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
 Prevent Machine
Runaway

Avoid possible injury or

death from machinery
runaway.

Do not start engine by

shorting across starter
terminals. Machine will start
in gear if normal circuitry is
bypassed.

NEVER start engine while

standing on ground. Start
engine only from operator's
seat, with transmission in
NEUTRAL or PARK.

DX,BYPAS1 -19-29SEP98-1/1

Use Seat Belt Properly

Use a seat belt when you operate with a

roll-over protective structure (ROPS) or cab
to minimize chance of injury from an
accident such as an overturn.

Do not use a seat belt if operating without a

ROPS or cab.

DX,ROPS1 -19-03MAR93-1/1

Operating the Tractor Safely

Careless use of the tractor can result in Put transmission in PARK position before
unnecessary accidents. Be alert to hazards dismounting.
of tractor operation. Understand causes of
accidents and take every precaution to • Leaving transmission in gear with
avoid them. Most common accidents are engine stopped will NOT prevent
caused from: the tractor from moving.
• Be sure everyone is clear of tractor
• Tractor roll-over and attached equipment before
• Improper starting procedures starting engine.
• Crushing and pinching during • Never try to get on or off a moving
hitching tractor.
• Collisions with other motor vehicles • When tractor is left unattended,
• Entanglement in PTO shafts place in PARK position, lower
• Falling from tractor implements to the ground, stop the
engine, and remove the key.
Avoid accidents by taking the following • Never go near an operating PTO or
precautions: an operating implement.
• Always fasten your seat belt in a
ROPS equipped tractor.

AG,RX15494,3336 -19-18JAN00-1/1

Stopping and Parking Tractor

Tractor roll-over, collisions, runaway

tractors, and people being crushed under
machines and implements can happen when
operators ignore safety.

To avoid these accidents, take some

precautions:

• Signal before stopping, turning, or

 slowing down on public roads
• Pull over to side of road before
stopping
• Slow down before braking
• Pump brakes when stopping on
slippery surfaces
• Be careful when towing and
stopping heavy loads
• Shift to park or apply parking brake
• Lower all equipment when leaving
tractor
• Remove key

AG,RX15494,3337 -19-18JAN00-1/1

Keep Riders Off Machine

Only allow the operator on the machine.

Keep riders off.

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.

DX,RIDER -19-03MAR93-1/1

Avoid Eye Contact With Radar

Radar ground speed sensor emits a very

low intensity microwave signal. It will not
cause any ill effects during normal use.
Although intensity is low, DO NOT look
directly into face of sensor while in
operation, to avoid any possible eye
damage.

AG,RX15494,3338 -19-18JAN00-1/1
Handle Fuel Safely-Avoid Fires

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.

Prevent fires by keeping machine clean of

accumulated trash, grease, and debris.
Always clean up spilled fuel.

DX,FIRE1 -19-03MAR93-1/1
 Prepare for
Emergencies

Be prepared if a fire starts.

Keep a first aid kit and fire

extinguisher handy.

Keep emergency numbers

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

DX,FIRE2 -19-03MAR93-1/1

Handle Starting Fluid Safely

Starting fluid is highly flammable.

Keep all sparks and flame away when using

it. Keep starting fluid away from batteries
and cables.

To prevent accidental discharge when

storing the pressurized can, keep the cap on
the container, and store in a cool, protected
location.

Do not incinerate or puncture a starting

fluid container.

DX,FIRE3 -19-16APR92-1/1

Wear Protective Clothing

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,WEAR2 -19-03MAR93-1/1

Protect Against Noise

Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause

impairment or loss of hearing.

Wear a suitable hearing protective device

such as earmuffs or earplugs to protect
against objectionable or uncomfortable
loud noises.

DX,NOISE -19-03MAR93-1/1

Avoid Contact with Pesticides

This enclosed cab does not protect against

inhaling harmful pesticides. If pesticide use
instructions require respiratory protection,
wear an appropriate respirator inside the
cab.

Before leaving the cab, wear personal

protective equipment as required by the
pesticide use instructions. When re-entering
the cab, remove protective equipment and
store either outside the cab in a closed box
or some other type of sealable container or
inside the cab in a pesticide resistant
container, such as a plastic bag.

Clean your shoes or boots to remove soil or

other contaminated particles prior to
entering the cab.

DX,CABS -19-03MAR93-1/1
Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines

Entanglement in rotating driveline can

cause serious injury or death.

Keep tractor master shield and driveline

shields in place at all times. Make sure
rotating shields turn freely.

Wear close fitting clothing. Stop the engine

and be sure PTO driveline is stopped before
making adjustments, connections, or
cleaning out PTO driven equipment.

DX,PTO -19-12SEP95-1/1
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.

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.

DX,FLASH -19-17FEB99-1/1
Transport Towed
Equipment at Safe
Speeds

Do not exceed the maximum

transport speed. This tractor
is capable of operating at
transport speeds that exceed
the maximum allowable
transport speed for most
towed implements.

Before transporting a towed

implement, determine from
signs on the implement or
information provided in the
implement's operator manual
the maximum transport
speed. Never transport at
speeds that exceed the
implement's maximum
transport speed. Exceeding
the implement's maximum
transport speed can result in:

• Loss of control of the

tractor/implement
combination
• Reduced or no ability
to stop during braking
• Implement tire failure
• Damage to the
implement structure
or its components

In the absence of
manufacturer's information,
observe these transport speed
limits:

• for towed equipment

without brakes, do
not transport at
speeds above 32
km/h (20 mph)
 • for towed equipment
with brakes, do not
transport at speeds
above 40 km/h ( 25
mph)

Do not attempt transport if:

• The fully loaded

implement without
brakes weighs more
than 1.5 t (3300 lb)
and more than 1.5
times the weight of
the tractor
• The fully loaded
implement with
brakes weighs more
than 4.5 times the
weight of the tractor

RX,TOW1 -19-18JUN01-1/1

Use Caution On Hillsides

Avoid holes, ditches, and obstructions

which may cause tractor roll-over,
especially on hillsides. Avoid sharp turns
on hills.

Never drive near the edge of a steep

embankment.

Driving out of a ditch, mired condition, or

up a steep slope could cause tractor to tip
over rearward. Back out of these
situations if possible.

AG,RX15494,3339 -19-18JAN00-1/1
Freeing a Mired Machine

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.

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.

If necessary to tow with another unit, use a

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

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.

DX,MIRED -19-04NOV99-1/1
 Transport Tractor
Safely

Transport a disabled tractor

on a flat-bed carrier.
Securely chain tractor to
carrier.

If towing a tractor, never

tow faster than 16 km/h (10
mph) with front or rear
wheels raised or faster than
8 km/h (5 mph) with all
wheels on the ground. Have
an operator steer and brake
tractor.

AG,RX15494,3340 -19-18JAN00-1/1

Service Cooling System Safely

Explosive release of fluids from pressurized

cooling system can cause serious burns.

Shut off engine. Only remove filler cap

when cool enough to touch with bare
hands. Slowly loosen cap to first stop to
relieve pressure before removing
completely.

DX,RCAP -19-04JUN90-1/1
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.

Keep all parts in good

condition and properly
installed. Fix damage
immediately. Replace worn
or broken parts. Remove any
build-up of grease, oil, or
debris.

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

On towed implements,
disconnect wiring harnesses
from tractor before servicing
electrical system
components or welding on
machine.
 DX,SERV -19-17FEB99-1/1

Support Machine Properly

Always lower the attachment or implement

to the ground before you work on the
machine. If you must work on a lifted
machine or attachment, securely support
the machine or attachment. If left in a
raised position, hydraulically supported
devices can settle or leak down.

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.

When implements or attachments are used

with a tractor, always follow safety
precautions listed in the implement
operator's manual.

DX,LOWER -19-17FEB99-1/1
Remove Paint Before
Welding or Heating

Avoid potentially toxic

fumes and dust.

Hazardous fumes can be

generated when paint is
heated by welding,
soldering, or using a torch.

Remove paint before

heating:

• Remove paint a
minimum of 76 mm
(3 in.) from area to
be affected by
heating.
• If you sand or grind
paint, avoid
breathing the dust.
Wear an approved
respirator.
• If you use solvent or
paint stripper,
remove stripper with
soap and water
before welding.
Remove solvent or
paint stripper
containers and other
flammable material
from area. Allow
fumes to disperse at
least 15 minutes
before welding or
heating.

Do not use a chlorinated

solvent in areas where
welding will take place.

Do all work in an area that is

well ventilated to carry toxic
fumes and dust away.

Dispose of paint and solvent

properly.

Avoid Heating Near

Pressurized Fluid Lines

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 be accidentally cut when
heat goes beyond the
immediate flame area.

DX,TORCH -19-03MAR93-1/1
Avoid High-Pressure
Fluids

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.

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
Protect Against High
Pressure Spray

Spray from high pressure

nozzles can penetrate the
skin and cause serious
injury. Keep spray from
contacting hands or body.

If an accident occurs, see a

doctor immediately. Any
high pressure spray 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,SPRAY -19-16APR92-1/1
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. 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:

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:

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

Store Attachments Safely

Stored attachments such as dual wheels,

cage wheels, and loaders can fall and cause
serious injury or death.

Securely store attachments and implements

to prevent falling. Keep playing children
and bystanders away from storage area.
 DX,STORE -19-03MAR93-1/1

Dispose of Waste
Properly

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.

Use leakproof containers

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

Do not pour waste onto the

ground, down a drain, or
into any water source.

Air conditioning refrigerants

escaping into the air can
damage the Earth's
atmosphere. Government
regulations may require a
certified air conditioning
service center to recover and
recycle used air conditioning
refrigerants.

Inquire on the proper way to

recycle or dispose of waste
from your local
environmental or recycling
center, or from your John
Deere Dealer.

DX,DRAIN -19-03MAR93-1/1
Pictorial Safety Signs

CAUTION: Install
new safety signs if old
signs are damaged,
lost, or can not be
read. Install a new
safety sign when
replacing any new part
that previously had a
safety sign.

At several important places

of this machine safety signs
are affixed intended to
signify potential danger. The
hazard is identified by a
pictorial in a warning
triangle. An adjacent
pictorial provides
information how to avoid
personal injury. These safety
signs, their placement on the
machine and a brief
explanatory text are shown
below.

Keep safety signs clean and

in good condition.
Replacement signs are
available. See your John
Deere Dealer.

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Operator's Manual

This operator's manual contains important

information necessary for safe machine
operation. Carefully observe all safety rules
to avoid accidents.

AG,RX15494,3342 -19-18JAN00-1/1

Speed Limit-United Kingdom

Follow recommended speed limit. Do Not

operate tractor faster than 32 km/h (20
mph).

AG,RX15494,3343 -19-18JAN00-1/1

Pick-up Hitch

Pick-up hitch must be fully raised and

locked in both horizontal and vertical
positions before driving away.

AG,RX15494,3345 -19-18JAN00-1/1
External Hitch Control Switch

Stay clear of three-point hitch lift range

when operating hitch using external control
switch.

AG,RX15494,3346 -19-18JAN00-1

Radar Sensor-If Equipped

To avoid possible eye damage, do not look

directly into face of sensor.

AG,RX15494,3347 -19-18JAN00-1/1

Trailer Air Brake Accumulator-If

Equipped

Trailer air brake accumulator is under

pressure. Service should only be performed
when pressure in the accumulator does not
exist.

RF30435,000003E -19-10MAY01-1/1
Triple Link Suspension
Accumulators-If Equipped

Triple Link Suspension accumulators are

under pressure. Service should only be
performed when pressure in the
accumulator does not exist.

RF30435,000003D -19-10MAY01-1/1

Front Console

A-Turn Signal Lever, Dimmer Switch,

Horn, Flash to Pass
B-Steering Wheel Telescope Release
C-Wiper Switch
D-Field Light Switch
E-Brake Pedals
F-Foot Throttle
G-Differential Lock Switch
H-Clutch Pedal
I-Key Switch
J-Steering Wheel Tilt Release
K-Starting Aid Switch
L-Hazard Light Switch
M-Road Light Switch
 AG,RX15494,3350 -19-18JAN00-1/1

Single-Lever Controls

Single-lever control (A) can be used for

fourth or fifth SCV control or loader
operations.

Single-lever control (B) combines loader

boom and bucket motions with grapple
control. (See your implement operator's
manual for correct use.)

A-Single-Lever Control
B-Single-Lever Control

AG,RX15494,3351 -19-18JAN00-1/1
 Control Console

A-Right-hand Reverser Lever

B-Gear Shift Lever
C-Range Shift Lever1
D-MFWD Switch
E-Hand Throttle
F-Hitch Control
G-Remote Hydraulic Levers (SCVs)
H-Clock
I-Hitch Load/Depth Control
J-Blower Speed Control
K-Air Flow Control
L-Temperature Control
M-Air Conditioning Switch
N-Rear PTO
O-PTO Preselector Switch (If
Equipped)
P-Headland Management Switch
Q-PTO Shifter
R-Cigar Lighter
S-Rear Windshield Washer/Wiper
Switch
T-Creeper (If Equipped)
U-Accessory Electrical Outlet

1
20 Speed (40K) PowrQuad Illustrated

AG,RX15494,3352 -19-18JAN00-1/1

Analog Instrument Panel

 AG,RF30435,2696 -19-21JUL00-1/2

KEY ITEM FUNCTION

A STOP Serious Malfunction-STOP ENGINE

IMMEDIATELY
B SERVICE ALERT Flashes when a problem develops-Observe gauges
and indicator lamps
C Turn Signal Flashes left or right turn lights-Both flash when
activating HAZARD switch-Both flash when
remote PTO selected
D Function Indicator flashes if a problem exists with activated
function-Front PTO, MFWD, Differential Lock and
Rear PTO
E Tachometer Indicates engine speed
F Engine Temperature Indicates the engine temperature
G Digital Display Displays tractor true ground speed (km/h),
hourmeter, front and rear PTO speed, engine speed,
current system voltage, and wheel slip-Displays
gear selected and direction for tractors with
Powershift transmission
H Speedometer Displays tractor ground speed (km/h)
I Fuel Indicates remaining amount of fuel
 J Function Selectors Changes digital display functions
K Read Operator Manual F1 fuse is blown or a problem exists not shown by
other indicators
L Transmission System * Powershift-Indicates a problem with the
transmission control system or the tractor is in the
"ENABLE" mode
M Transmission Oil Pressure Low transmission oil pressure
**
N Engine Oil Pressure ** Low engine oil pressure
O Hydraulic Oil Hot hydraulic oil-Check oil level or check for
Temperature *** plugged oil cooler
P High Beam Headlights Indicates high beam headlights are activated
Q Transmission Filter Plugged transmission filter
Restriction *
R Air Filter Restriction Restricted air filter
S Hydraulic Filter Plugged hydraulic filter
Restriction *
T Voltage * Electrical system voltage is too low or too high
U Hitch System Indicates hitch system problem
V Trailer Status Lights Flashes when turn signals or hazard warning lights
are activated
W Turn Signal Indicates turn signals or hazard warning lights are
activated
X Hazard Warning Lights Flashes when the hazard warning lights are
activated-Flashes when PTO remote select switch is
on
Y Secondary Brake Secondary brake is engaged

* SERVICE ALERT Indicator Flashes

** STOP ENGINE Indicator Flashes
*** STOP ENGINE and SERVICE ALERT Indicators Flash

AG,RF30435,2696 -19-21JUL00-2/2

Digital Instrument Panel-Version "A"

 AG,RF30435,2697 -19-21JUL00-1/2

KEY ITEM FUNCTION

A STOP Serious Malfunction-STOP ENGINE

IMMEDIATELY
B SERVICE ALERT Flashes when a problem develops-Observe gauges
and indicator lamps
C Turn Signal Flashes left or right turn lights-Both flash when
activating HAZARD switch-Both flash when remote
PTO selected
D Function Indicator flashes if a problem exists with activated
function-Front PTO, MFWD, Differential Lock and
Rear PTO
E Tachometer Indicates engine speed
F Engine Temperature Indicates the engine temperature
G Upper Digital Display Displays tractor hourmeter, front and rear PTO
speed, engine speed, current system voltage, and
wheel slip
H Lower Digital Display Displays tractor ground speed (km/h)-Displays gear
selected and direction for tractors with Powershift
transmission
I Fuel Indicates remaining amount of fuel
J Function Selectors Changes digital display functions
 K Read Operator Manual F1 fuse is blown or a problem exists not shown by
other indicators
L Transmission System * Powershift-Indicates a problem with the
transmission control system or the tractor is in the
"ENABLE" mode
M Transmission Oil Pressure Low transmission oil pressure
**
N Engine Oil Pressure ** Low engine oil pressure
O Hydraulic Oil Hot hydraulic oil-Check oil level or check for
Temperature *** restricted oil cooler
P High Beam Headlights Indicates high beam headlights are activated
Q Transmission Filter Restricted transmission filter
Restriction *
R Air Filter Restriction Restricted air filter
S Hydraulic Filter Restricted hydraulic filter
Restriction *
T Voltage * Electrical system voltage is too low or too high
U Hitch System Indicates hitch system problem
V Trailer Status Lights Flashes when turn signals or hazard warning lights
are activated
W Turn Signal Indicates turn signals or hazard warning lights are
activated
X Hazard Warning Lights Flashes when the hazard warning lights are
activated-Flashes when PTO remote select switch is
on
Y Secondary Brake Secondary brake is engaged

* SERVICE ALERT Indicator Flashes

** STOP ENGINE Indicator Flashes
** STOP ENGINE and SERVICE ALERT Indicators Flash

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Digital Instrument Panel-Version "B"

 AG,RF30435,2698 -19-21JUL00-1/2

KEY ITEM FUNCTION

A STOP Serious Malfunction-STOP ENGINE

IMMEDIATELY
B SERVICE ALERT Flashes when a problem develops-Observe gauges
and indicator lamps
C Turn Signal Flashes left or right turn lights-Both flash when
activating HAZARD switch
D Function Indicator flashes if a problem exists with the
activated function-Front PTO, MFWD, Differential
Lock and Rear PTO
E High Beam Headlights Indicates high beam headlights are activated
F Hazard Warning Lights Flashes when the hazard warning lights are
activated, flashes when PTO remote select switch is
on
G Turn Signal Indicates turn signals or hazard warning lights are
activated
H Trailer Status Lights Flashes when turn signals or hazard warning lights
are activated
I Secondary Brake Indicates secondary brake is engaged
J Tachometer Indicates engine speed
 K Engine Temperature Indicates temperature of engine
L Fuel Indicates remaining amount of fuel
M Upper Digital Display Displays tractor hourmeter, front and rear PTO
speed, engine speed, current system voltage, and
wheel slip
N Lower Digital Display Displays tractor ground speed (km/h)-Displays gear
selected and direction for tractors with AutoQuad II
transmission
O Function Selectors Changes digital display functions-(See Changing
Display Function)
P Engine System Flashes with "PRESSURE" symbol (low oil
pressure) or "FILTER" symbol (filter restriction)
Q Transmission System * Flashes with "PRESSURE" symbol (low
transmission oil pressure) or "FILTER" symbol
(transmission filter restriction)-Flashes to indicate
problem with Powershift transmission control
system
R Hydraulic System Flashes with "TEMPERATURE" symbol (hot
hydraulic oil) or "FILTER" symbol (hydraulic filter
restriction)
S Pressure ** Flashes with "ENGINE" symbol or
"TRANSMISSION" symbol to indicate low oil
pressure
T Temperature *** Flashes with "HYDRAULIC" symbol to indicate hot
hydraulic oil
U Filter * Flashes with "ENGINE" symbol or
"TRANSMISSION" symbol
V Voltage * Electrical system voltage is too low or too high
W Hitch Indicates problem with hitch system
X Read Operators Manual F1 fuse is blown or a problem exists not shown by
other indicators

* SERVICE ALERT Indicator Flashes

** STOP ENGINE Indicator Flashes
*** STOP ENGINE and SERVICE ALERT Indicators Flash
 AG,RF30435,2698 -19-21JUL00-2/2

Digital Instrument Panel-AutoPowr Transmission

RF30435,0000077 -19-28JUN01-1/2

KEY ITEM FUNCTION

1 Turn Signal Flashes left or right turn lights-Both flash when

activating HAZARD switch
2 STOP Serious Malfunction-STOP ENGINE
IMMEDIATELY
3 Upper Digital Display Displays tractor hourmeter, front and rear PTO
speed, current system voltage, wheel slip, and
commanded speed
4 SERVICE ALERT Flashes when a problem develops-Observe gauges
and indicator lamps
5 Tachometer Indicates engine speed
6 High Beam Headlights Indicates high beam headlights are activated
7 Hazard Warning Lights Flashes when the hazard warning lights are
activated, flashes when PTO remote select switch is
on
8 Turn Signal Indicates turn signals or hazard warning lights are
 activated
9 Function Indicator flashes if a problem exists with activated
function-Front PTO, MFWD, Differential Lock and
Rear PTO
10 Trailer Status Lights Flashes when turn signals or hazard warning lights
are activated
11 Secondary Brake Indicates secondary brake is engaged
12 Engine Temperature Indicates temperature of engine
13 Fuel Indicates remaining amount of fuel
14 Bar Graph Indicates relative set speed values
15 Load Control Indicator Indicates when transmission is under load
16 Selected Speed Band Indicates speed band selected (1 or 2)
17 Lower Digital Display Displays tractor ground speed (km/h or mph),
maximum ground speed of a selected speed band
and reverse-forward ratio
18 Park Brake Indicates if problem exists.
19 Read Operators Manual Displays with system indicators
20 Hitch Indicates problem with hitch system
21 Voltage * Electrical system voltage is too low or too high
22 Filter * Flashes with "ENGINE" symbol or
"TRANSMISSION" symbol
23 Temperature *** Flashes with "HYDRAULIC" symbol to indicate hot
hydraulic oil
24 Pressure ** Flashes with "ENGINE" symbol or
"TRANSMISSION" symbol to indicate low oil
pressure
Flashes with "PRESSURE" symbol (low oil
25 Engine System
pressure) or "FILTER" symbol (filter restriction)
Flashes with "PRESSURE" symbol (low
26 Transmission System * transmission oil pressure) or "FILTER" symbol
(transmission filter restriction)
Flashes with "TEMPERATURE" symbol (hot
27 Hydraulic System hydraulic oil) or "FILTER" symbol (hydraulic filter
restriction)
Changes digital display functions-(See changing
28 Function Selectors
display function)

* SERVICE ALERT Indicator Flashes

** STOP ENGINE Indicator Flashes
*** STOP ENGINE and SERVICE ALERT Indicators Flash
 RF30435,0000077 -19-28JUN01-2/2

Changing Display Functions

ANALOG INSTRUMENT PANEL DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL

A-Switch B-Switch C-Switch D-Switch

Change display functions using the touch switch a second time will change to a speed
switches on the left side of the instrument calculated from transmission rpm.
panel.
For DIGITAL instrument panel, the lower
Engine Speed and Hourmeter display shows true ground speed. Pressing
switch (C) a second time will change lower
Pressing switch (A) shows engine rpm. display to a calculated speed from
Press this switch for 1-1/2 seconds to transmission rpm, while wheel slip remains
display engine hours on upper display and on upper display. To switch back to true
tenths of a hour on the lower display. ground speed on the lower display press
any other touch switch.
PTO Speed
NOTE: The calculated ground speed does
Pressing switch (B) displays the rear PTO not allow for wheel slip or variation in
rpm. Pressing switch a second time displays tire size.
front PTO rpm, if front PTO is engaged.
Press switch again to return to rear PTO Voltage
speed.
Holding switches (A) and (C)
Ground Speed and Wheel Slip (Tractors simultaneously will display current system
WITH Radar) voltage.

NOTE: Dashes are displayed if radar is not Panel Light Intensity

sensed.
Instrument panel light intensity can be
Pressing wheel-slip switch (C) displays adjusted with headlights ON.
percent of wheel slip.
Pressing switches (A) and (D)
Pressing ground speed switch (D) on simultaneously on ANALOG panel or (A)
the ANALOG instrument panel displays and (B) simultaneously on the
true ground speed. Pressing

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DIGITAL panel will INCREASE the light

intensity. Pressing switches (B) and (C)
simultaneously will DECREASE the
intensity.

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NOTE: For AutoQuad II and Powershift

transmissions, indicator (A) is
constantly illuminated with the key
switch in the ON position.

For tractors equipped with Powershift

transmission, the display will show the gear
selected (C) and the direction (B).

The diagnostic fuse indicator (D) is

illuminated when a diagnostic fuse is
inserted into the fuse panel. This is used by
your John Deere Dealer for diagnostic and
A-Transmission Indicator1
calibration purposes.
B-Forward-Neutral-Reverse Indicator1
C-Gear Indicator1 and Mode Indicator
for AutoQuad II Transmission
D-Diagnostic Fuse Indicator

1
AutoQuad II and Powershift Transmissions
 AG,RF30435,2699 -19-21JUL00-3/3

alibrating Tire Size-With Radar

NOTE: Calibrating tire size is necessary to

obtain accurate wheel slip percentage.
Calibration needs to be taken on a hard
surface with no load.

Drive tractor straight while pressing and

holding wheel slip switch (A) for five
seconds. Display will read "CAL" if
calibrated correctly. Display will read "Err"
if not calibrated correctly.
A-Wheel Slip Switch
NOTE: Tractor must be moving and radar
installed correctly to insure correct
wheel slip calibration. If an "Err"
message continues to be displayed, see
your John Deere Dealer.

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Calibrating Radar-Instrument Panel

ANALOG INSTRUMENT PANEL DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL

A-Switch B-Switch C-Switch D-Display

NOTE: Changing tire size or loading of course. A series of numbers will continue to
 tractor can cause angle of radar to flash while driving the course.
change making it necessary to calibrate
the radar system. NOTE: Do not backup if end point is
exceeded. Return to starting point and
Mark a straight-line course of 122 m (400 repeat procedure.
ft).
Press switch (A) when crossing the second
Press and hold simultaneously switches (A), mark of the course. Calibration is complete
(B), and (C). Software identification is first when a random two or three digit number
displayed, then digital display (D) will flash displays or "CAL" displays for a few
back and forth between km/h and MPH seconds followed by alternating "122 m"
with three dashes. and "400 ft".

Drive tractor at approximately 3.2 km/h (2

mph) and press switch (A) when crossing
the first mark of the

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Performance Monitor-If Equipped

NOTE: Ignition switch must be in the "ON"

position to operate performance
monitor.

Performance monitor displays information

related to various speeds, area, distance,
time and alarm data.

Bar graph displays wheel slip and monitor

backlight intensity.

Area, wheel slip, slip alarm, width,

implement indicator, distance, backlight
brightness, and service hours can be
adjusted or preset.

A radar sensor is required for an accurate

calculation of wheel slip, area covered,
distance or speed. Without a radar sensor,
values are estimates based on wheel speed.

NOTE: Press and hold AREA touch pad

for 8 seconds to change display
from Metric to English units.
 AG,RX15494,3359 -19-18JAN00-1/1

Performance Monitor-Data Entry

and Saving Mode

SET-SAVE

Press a switch from the touch pad to preset

or change values for:

• Area
• % Slip Alarm
• Distance
• Implement Width
• Implement Selector
• Time Since Last Service
• Service Interval
• Backlight Brightness
A-CANCEL
1. Press SET/SAVE (C) to change the B-"0" ZERO
numeric value. Display field will flash. C-SET/SAVE

NOTE: Press CANCEL (A) to restore

previous
value before pressing SET/SAVE .

Press "0" ZERO switch (B) for 4

seconds to reset a numeric value to
"0".

2. Input a numeric value using touch pads,

then press SET/SAVE (C) again.

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Performance Monitor-
Adjusting Backlight

The DIM switch (A) can

adjust the backlight intensity
of the performance
monitor and all cab
display of the display
console (system adjustment).

1. Press DIM to display

system backlight intensity
for displays in the cab.

2. Press DIM switch again to

display backlight setting of
the performance monitor. A
bell symbol will be
displayed.

A-DIM Switch

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NOTE: Backlight intensity

will remain at maximum
brightness with
headlights in the OFF
position.

Headlight switch must

be in the ON position to
make adjustments.

Ignition key must be left

in the ON position for 30
seconds to save new
A-Numeric Display
data.
B-Bar Graph
All Cab Display
Backlighting

Adjusts system brightness

for ALL displays in the cab.

1. Press DIM switch for 4

seconds. Numeric display
(A) will show system
backlight setting and bar
graph (B) gives a graphic
display.

2. Hold switch to increase

backlight brightness to
maximum intensity.
Continuing to hold switch
will begin to decrease
brightness.

3. Release switch at desired

setting. To change direction
release switch and hold
again.

Alternate Adjustment:

1. Press DIM switch, then

press SET/SAVE switch.

2. Input a numeric value (0-

100) and again
press SET/SAVE switch.

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Performance Monitor
Display Backlighting
1. Press DIM switch twice.
The numeric display (A) will
show the backlight setting of
the performance monitor. A
bell symbol (B) will be
displayed.

NOTE: System backlight

intensity remains
displayed on the bar
graph (C).
A-Numeric Display
B-Bell Symbol
2. Press SET/SAVE switch
C-Bar Graph
and input a numeric value (0-
255).

Backlight intensity can be

Performance Monitor-Service

1. Press the SERVICE switch (A) to

display hours accumulated since the
last service.

The alarm symbol will flash and a

chime will sound when the
accumulated hours reach the service
interval.

2. Press SET/SAVE switch (B) to

change a service time. Input a service
time (0.0-9999.9 hrs), and
press SET/SAVE switch (B) again.

NOTE: Pressing any switch on the A-SERVICE Switch

touch pad will shut off the alarm B-SET/SAVE Switch
until the tractor is started again.

The alarm feature can be shut off

by storing a "0" in the service
interval data. The monitor will
start counting hours beginning at
zero.

3. Press switch again to display

programmed service intervals. An
alarm symbol will be displayed.

4. Press SET/SAVE switch to change

a service interval. Input desired service
hours (0-999 hrs), and again
press SET/SAVE switch.

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Performance Monitor-Area,
Distance, Area/H, Width, and PTO
RPM

NOTE: Calculations for AREA and

AREA/H are based on implement width
and ground speed. Use a radar sensor
for the most accurate values.

AREA

Press AREA switch (C) to display

accumulated area in acres or hectares. The
implement arrow indicator (B) must be in
the down position to accumulate area.

Hold ZERO switch (I) to clear

accumulated area.

DISTANCE

Press DISTANCE switch (E) to display

distance accumulated in meters or feet.
A-Implement Selector
Distance is accumulated with the B-Implement Indicator
implement indicator (B) in the down C-AREA
position. D-AREA/H
E-DISTANCE
Measurement is cleared when the ignition F-PTO RPM
is switched to OFF position. G-WIDTH
H-SET/SAVE
AREA/H I-"0" ZERO

Press AREA/H switch (D) to display the

current measurement for area coverage per
hour.

Implement indicator must be in the down

position.

WIDTH

Press WIDTH switch (G) to display

measurement for implement width.
Press SET/SAVE switch (H) to change
implement width.

Input implement width and

press SET/SAVE switch (H).

PTO RPM

Press PTO RPM switch (F) to display rear

PTO speed. Press switch again to display
optional front PTO speed.

Front or rear PTO symbols will appear on

display field.

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Performance Monitor-Operation
and Calibration

IMPLEMENT:

Press the IMPLEMENT switch (A) to

change implement indicator arrow (B) to
the "up" or "down" position.

When the implement indicator arrow points

down, all measurement functions are
engaged.

The indicator arrow can be controlled by an

optional, external implement switch. (See
your John Deere Dealer.)

NOTE: An optional implement mounted

switch is available from your John
Deere Dealer.

IMPLEMENT Selector Calibration:

Procedure coordinates the position of the A-Implement Switch

indicator arrow (B) to the position of the B-Implement Indicator
hitch or implement switch. C-Function Code
D-SET/SAVE Switch
Hold IMPLEMENT switch (A) four
seconds to change the function code (C).

Display will show "IP:" and a function code

(3, 7, 8, 9, or 32). This number indicates
which device is in control of the implement
arrow (B).

• 3 -Hitch position sensor (raise limit

setting)
• 7 -External implement switch or
"Implement" switch on touch pad
• 8 -Rear PTO
• 9 -Front PTO
• 32 -First downward movement
automatically selects which external
device will control the implement
indicator arrow. (An "optional"
implement switch or the hitch
position sensor.) The "A" in the
display (IP:A) represents this Auto-
Seek mode

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NOTE: If switch (A) does not control the

indicator arrow, "7" has not been
selected as a function code.

For applications which use the hitch

sensor or implement switch exclusively,
use "3" or "7".

A "0" or any other number other than

the above will completely shut off the
"implement" function.

Press SET/SAVE (D). Input 3, 7, 8, 9, or

32 using touch pad, then
press SET/SAVE switch again.

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Performance Monitor-Wheel Slip

Radar must be operational to provide true

ground speed. If true ground speed is not
available, "---" will be displayed.

NOTE: Illustration shows current wheel

slip (C) is 4%, with an alarm setting at
6%. Each bar on the bar graph
represents 2% slip.

1. Press % SLIP switch (A). Bar graph and

numeric display will show current wheel
slip.

2. Press switch again to display the wheel

slip alarm setting. Alarm symbol (E) will
be displayed.

NOTE: Bar graph (C) flashes when wheel

slip exceeds alarm limit.

3. Press SET/SAVE switch (B) to change

alarm value. A-% SLIP
B-SET/SAVE
4. Input alarm setting using touch pad, then C-Bar Graph
press SET/SAVE switch again. D-Numeric Display
E-Wheel Slip Alarm
NOTE: Entering "0" as an alarm value will
shut off alarm.

Calibration:

Drive tractor 8 km/h (5 mph). Wheels must

not be slipping.

Press the "0" ZERO switch for four

seconds. "CAL" will be displayed during
calculation.

NOTE: "Err" will flash on display field if

calibration was not performed
correctly. Repeat calibration
procedure.
Display will return to percent slip if
calibration was successful.

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Performance Monitor-Vehicle
Speed

1. Press SPEED switch (A) to display

actual ground speed (F) with radar. The
tractor must be in motion. The radar
symbol (E) will be displayed.

2. Press switch again to display wheel

speed (F). Press switch again to toggle
between these modes.

NOTE: True ground speed may be different

than wheel speed. If tractor is not
equipped with radar, only wheel speed
will be displayed.

Radar Calibration

Mark a 122 meter (400 ft) straight-line

course (start and finish lines).

1. Press SPEED switch (A)

and DISTANCE switch (B) four seconds. A-SPEED
Display field will show "---" and the "ft" B-DISTANCE
and "m" symbols will flash. The C-IMPLEMENT
"implement" arrow indicator (D) should be D-Implement Indicator
pointing up. E-Radar Indicator
F-Wheel/Ground Speed
NOTE: SPEED and DISTANCE switches
must be pressed at the same time for
correct calibration.

2. Drive tractor approximately 3.2 km/h (2

mph). As the tractor crosses the start-line,
press the IMPLEMENT switch (C), to
point the indicator arrow to the down
position.

3. Press the IMPLEMENT switch (C) as

you cross the finish-line to change the
arrow to the up position.

Display will alternate between "122 m and

400 ft" when calibration is successful.

NOTE: "Err" will flash on display if

calibration was not performed
correctly. Previous calibration value
will stay in memory.

Press SPEED switch (A) to display vehicle

speed or another display.

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Operating Road Lights

CAUTION: Avoid
injury caused by
accidental collision
with another vehicle.
Always comply with
traffic regulations
when driving tractor
on a road. Dim
headlights to low-beam
for oncoming vehicles.
Avoid using flood
lights which could
blind or confuse other
drivers.

The ROAD LIGHT switch

(A) has four positions and
operates regardless of the
key switch position:

OFF POSITION

Shuts off all lights

PARK POSITION

• Position Lights (C)

• Red Tail Lights (E)

ROAD POSITION

• Position Lights (C)

• High or Low Beam
Headlights (D)
• Amber Tail Lights
(F)

FIELD POSITION

Use switch (B) to select field

light combinations.
A-Road Light Switch
B-Field Light Switch
C-Position Lights
D-Headlights
E-Red Tail Lights
F-Amber Tail Lights

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Operating Field Lights

CAUTION: Avoid injury caused by

accidental collision with another
vehicle. Avoid using field lights while
driving on roads which could blind
or confuse other drivers.

The FIELD LIGHT switch (B) has four

positions and operates when the ROAD
LIGHT switch (A) is in the FIELD
POSITION.

POSITION 1

• Headlights
• Tail Lights

POSITION 2 1

• Headlights
• Tail Lights
• Front Wrap-Around Lights
• Front Roof Flood Lights
• Rear Fender Flood Lights
• Belt-Line Flood Lights

POSITION 3

• Headlights
• Tail Lights
• Front Wrap-Around Lights
• Front Roof Flood Lights A-Road Light Switch
B-Field Light Switch
 • Belt-Line Flood Lights C-Front Roof Flood Lights
D-Belt-Line Flood Lights
POSITION 4 E-Front Wrap-Around Lights
F-Headlights
• Headlights G-Rear Roof Flood Lights
• Tail Lights H-Rear Fender Flood Lights
• Rear Roof Flood Lights I-Tail Lights
• Rear Fender Flood Lights

NOTE: The high or low-beam dimmer

switch affects only the headlights when
the light switch is in field position.

1
All Field Lights ON

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 Operating Hazard Light

Push top of switch (A) to

activate hazard lights.

A-Hazard Light Switch

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Operating Rotary Beacon Light-If

Equipped

Push switch (A) to activate the rotary

beacon light assembly (B).

When beacon light is not used:

• Loosen nut (C) and remove light

assembly (B)
• Install rubber protective cap on
connector
• Loosen bracket nut (D), invert
beacon support, and tighten nut

A-Switch
B-Light Assembly
C-Nut
D-Bracket Nut

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Operating Turn Signals,
Horn, and Headlights

Turn Signals

Push lever (A) up for a right

turn, or pull down for a left
turn. Return lever to center
position after completing
turn.

Self-Cancelling Turn
Signals: A-Lever

Push lever up for a right

turn, or pull down for a left
turn and return lever
immediately to center
position.

Left or right turn signal

continues to flash, while
tractor travels 50 m (164 ft),
then switches off
automatically.

To cancel function before

signal switches itself off
automatically, push lever
once again in the desired
direction of turn, and return
lever to center position.

Horn:

Push inward on end of lever

to activate horn.

Headlights:

Push lever forward to

activate high beam
headlights.

Pull lever into center

position to operate low
beam.

Pull lever toward you and

release to flash high beam.

Dim headlights for

oncoming vehicles.

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Seven-Terminal Outlet

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.

NOTE: Matching plug is

available through your
John Deere Dealer.

Terminal Function

1 Left Turn
2 Accessory
3 Ground
4 Right Turn
5 Left Tail
6 Brakes
7 Right Tail

A-Outlet

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Adjusting Air
Suspension Seat

Weight and Height

Adjustment

Turn key switch on. Press

switch (A) to raise or lower
the seat. Each operator
of different weight and
height should:

Lower seat (release pressure

from air suspension).

Raise the seat to adjust for

individual weight and height.

Fore-Aft Seat Position

Pull up on handle (B) to

allow the seat to slide
forward or backward.
A-Height Adjustment
B-Fore-Aft Adjustment
Fore-Aft Attenuator Lock
C-Lateral Attenuator Lock
D-Seat Swivel
Lever (E) controls forward
E-Fore-Aft Attenuator Lock
and backward movement.
F-Damping Lever
Push down on lever to lock
seat in forward or rearward
position.

Seat Swivel

Lift up on handle (D) to

swivel in either direction and
lock into the closest detent.
Pulling up firmly on handle
to release position allows
seat to swivel freely.

Lateral Attenuator Lock

Pulling up on handle (C)

allows the seat sideways
movement. Push handle
down to lock lateral
movement.

Damping

Lever (F) can be set to three

positions for desired
comfort. Move lever
rearward (+) to firm the ride,
and forward (-) to soften the
ride.

Backrest Angle and

Lumbar Support

Backrest angle is changed by

raising or lowering the
control lever located at the
rear of the right armrest.

Lumbar support is changed

by a control lever on the
right side in the seat back.

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Using Passenger Seat-If
Equipped

CAUTION: Avoid
possible injury. Use
passenger seat to
provide suitable seating
accommodation when
transporting an
additional person.

Pull lever (A) to release seat

cushion. Turn seat cushion
counterclockwise aligning
post (B) with hole (C).

Pull up on cushion, turn

clockwise, and lock into
upright position when not in
use.

A-Lever
B-Post
C-Hole

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Using Secondary Hand Brake

Pull secondary hand brake (A) upward to

engage brake when tractor is not in use.
To release brake, press button at end of
brake handle and release to downward
position.

A-Hand Brake

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Adjusting Steering Wheel

Telescope

Rotate knob (A) counterclockwise to

extend or retract the steering wheel. Rotate
knob clockwise to lock.

Tilt

Pull up on lever (B) and move the steering

column to the desired position. Release
lever to lock.

A-Knob
B-Lever

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Controlling Air Flow

Turn control (A) to direct air

flow between the front
console, floor, and defroster
air ducts.

A-Air Flow Control

B-Defrost
C-Lower Vents
D-Upper and Lower Vents
E-Upper Vents

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 Adjusting Fan Speed

Turn fan speed control (A)

to desired blower speed.

NOTE: The purge position is

designed to exhaust hot
air rapidly from the cab.

The pressurization fan

operates whenever the fan
speed switch is in the ON
position.

A-Fan Speed Control

B-Off
C-Low
D-Medium
E-High
F-Purge

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Controlling Temperature

Fan speed control (A) and air conditioning

switch (C) must be in the ON position
before the air conditioning system will
operate.

Control (B) regulates the heater and

defroster temperature.

Put switch (C) in the ON position to defog

the windows, and adjust control (B) to
desired temperature.

A-Fan Speed Control

B-Control
C-Air Conditioning Switch

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Operating Windshield
Wiper/Washer

Rotate switch (A) to activate four

wiper positions:

• Off
• Slow
• Intermittent
• Fast

Push end of switch toward the steering

column to operate optional windshield
washer.

Fill washer reservoir (B) at left-rear of

tractor cab. Use non-freezing solvent to
prevent damage to washer system in cold
temperatures.

Push switch (C) to operate rear washer and

wiper (If equipped).

A-Switch
B-Washer Reservoir
C-Switch

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Setting the Clock

Hold the HOUR button (A) until the correct

hour displays and then release.

Hold the MIN button (B) until the correct

minutes display and then release.

A-HOUR Button
B-MIN Button
 AG,RX15494,3381 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Using Field Office-If

Equipped

CAUTION: The field

office is not intended to
carry heavy objects or
to be used as a seat.

Field office provides storage

for on-board electronic
equipment. Lift pad (A) to
access field office.

A-Pad

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Using Accessory
Electrical Outlet

The 12-volt outlet (A) is

used when connecting
auxiliary equipment. An
additional electrical outlet
may be installed on the
front-lower portion of the
console. This option is
available from your John
Deere Dealer.

NOTE: Outlet is protected

by a 30-amp fuse. The
key switch must be in the
ON or ACCESSORY
position when using the
outlet.

An additional electrical
outlet (B) is provided with
field office and is located in
the left rear corner of the
cab.

A-Outlet
B-Outlet

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Auxiliary Power Strip-
If Equipped

IMPORTANT: Power
strip is not a surge
suppressor. Electrical
equipment with
program memory
requires protection
from damage of
electrical surges and
spikes.
A-Power Strip
The power strip (A) provides
six outlets, with 30-amp
switched and 30-amp
unswitched 12-volt power
with ground, to use when
connecting auxiliary
equipment.

Adapters plug directly into

power strip as unswitched
power. To change to
switched power on cigar
lighter adapter or standard
adapter (with three wires),
remove small tab at end of
slot on plug and rotate plug
180°.

NOTE: The small white dot

on adapter plug face
next to the cap hinge
indicates circuit
is unswitched . If dot is
opposite cap hinge,
circuit is switched .

Adapters, including cigar

lighter adapter, 3-way
convenience adapter, and
standard adapter, are
available from your John
Deere Dealer.
 AG,RX15494,3384 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Installing Mobile Radio and Antenna

A-Rain Cap B-Antenna Cable C-Ground Wire

NOTE: Antenna should be trimmed
CAUTION: Under no to appropriate variable standing
circumstances should mobile wave ratio (VSWR). A
radio antenna be mounted to professional installer is
rear of cab or antenna cable recommended.
be routed near harness for
electrical system controllers or Route the antenna cable to the left
near operator controls. side through the hole in the black
Failure to follow these inner roof which is provided for
precautions could expose wiring harnesses. 1
operator to radio frequency
energy levels higher than
recommended by American CAUTION: Prevent possible
National Standards Institute personal injury. Disconnect
(ANSI) and/or could cause battery ground cable before
undesirable performance of any electrical repair.
electronically controlled
systems. Remove fuse and relay covers. Find
terminal block, located below relays,
IMPORTANT: Avoid possible and connect mobile radio power
interference of tractor harness and ground wire. Remove
electronics by keeping radio, left rear post upholstery and route
power and antenna cables wiring up post, securing with
close to the cab roof. electrical tape, to inner roof
upholstery in location of speaker.
Install radio on the upper two studs Minimize the length of wire used to
of left-rear cab post. power the radio to prevent potential
interference with the tractor
 Install the antenna mount in a hole electronics. 1
drilled 178 mm (7 in.) diagonally in
from left-front corner on top of cab NOTE: Power for the radio includes
roof. 1 Remove rain cap (A) and three wires-switched,
attach non-ground plane type unswitched, and ground.
antenna to the mount.
Route the antenna cable (B) and
IMPORTANT: Weld a braided power with ground wire (C) from
cable to the antenna base to above the inner roof to inside the
ground the steel cab frame for cab by left rear cab post.
antenna requiring a ground.

1
Not needed with antenna and wiring option

AG,RX15494,3385 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Removing Steps

Bottom step can be removed, if required,

for crop clearance.

Remove bottom step with side brackets

(A).

Install center step in lowest position.

A-Side Brackets

Left Side
 Right Side

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Break-In Check-First 100 Hours

Engine is ready for normal • Tighten wheel and axle bolts

operation. after 3 HOURS and after 10
HOURS
During the first 100 • Check for leaks
HOURS observe the following: • Operate engine at heavy
loads without sustained
IMPORTANT: John Deere maximum load
Break-in Oil must be added if • Avoid idling the engine
oil level is below the ADD longer than 5 minutes
mark on dipstick. DO NOT fill • Closely observe coolant
above the crosshatch pattern temperature during operation
or the FULL mark. • Check air intake system
hoses and clamps
• Perform Daily or 10 Hour
Service, checking engine oil
and coolant levels more
frequently
 AG,RX15494,3704 -19-12JUN00-1/1

Break-In Check-After First 100 Hours

IMPORTANT: Refill with John • Change engine oil and

Deere Break-in Oil for an filter
additional 100 hours, if • Change transmission-
tractor used under light load hydraulic filter
conditions during first 100
hours, to allow engine to NOTE: Reset service hours to zero
break-in properly. (See Fuels, after service. (See CHANGING
Lubricants and Coolant DISPLAY FUNCTIONS, in
Section.) Controls and Instruments
Section.)

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Engine Fuel System and Power Rating

Fuel System required. See your John Deere

Dealer.
IMPORTANT: Modification or
alteration to the injection Engine Certification/Power
pump, the injection pump Rating
timing, or the fuel injectors
will terminate the warranty to The kW (hp) rating on
the purchaser. the engine emissions certification
label specifies the gross engine kW
Do not attempt to service (hp), which is flywheel power
injection pump or fuel without fan. In most applications
injectors. Special training and this will not be the same rating as
special tools are the advertised tractor kW (hp)
rating. (See Specifications Section.)

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Engine Operation

Operating the Engine

CAUTION: Prevent possible
injury or death: Operate engine at slow idle with no
load for one or two minutes. Do not
• Be sure everyone is put the tractor under full load until
clear of tractor and engine has reached normal operating
attached equipment. temperature.
• Start engine only from
the operator seat. Rated continuous power is obtained
• Do not start engine by at 2100 rpm. Working speeds down
shorting across starter to 1500 rpm are suitable at reduced
terminals. Tractor will throttle.
start in gear if normal
circuitry is bypassed. Under full throttle and full load
• Engine starting with conditions, engine should not run
shift lever(s) in gear continuously below 1800 rpm.
indicates a malfunction
of the starting circuit. Idling the Engine
Repairs should be
made immediately by Avoid unnecessary engine idling.
your John Deere Minimum engine speed should be
Dealer. 1200 rpm if engine must idle more
• Remove ignition key than three or four minutes.
when not using tractor.
Restarting Stalled Engine
Starting the Engine
Restart stalled engine
Put transmission in PARK or IMMEDIATELY to prevent
NEUTRAL position and reverser excessive heat buildup. Continue
lever in NEUTRAL position if with normal operation or operate at
equipped. 1000-1200 rpm for 1 or 2 minutes
before stopping.
NOTE: If transmission is engaged
too quickly during initial start- Stopping the Engine
up, transmission will not
operate. Cycle the transmission IMPORTANT: Before stopping
to Neutral position and then to a engine that has been operating
Forward or Reverse gear. at working load, allow engine
to idle 1-2 minutes at 1000-
Make sure SCV levers are in the 1200 rpm.
NEUTRAL position and PTO is
disengaged. Stop tractor and pull throttle back to
Set SCV control knob to loader (no- slow idle position.
detent) position for tractors
equipped with SCV operated loader. Lower all equipment to the ground.
Make sure SCV levers are in the
Put hand throttle in slow idle NEUTRAL position and PTO
position. switch is disengaged.

Depress clutch and brake pedals. Shift to PARK position, switch

Sound horn. ignition off, and remove key.

IMPORTANT: Avoid starter

damage. Do not operate
starter more than 30 seconds.
Wait at least two minutes
before trying again.

Turn key switch to engage starter

and release key when engine starts.

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Cold Weather Starting-
(If Equipped)

CAUTION: Avoid
personal injury and
damage to the engine.
Inject fluid only while
engine is turning.
Starting fluid is highly
flammable. Follow
safety information on
the container. Do not A-Ether Switch
carry empty or extra
ether cans inside cab.

Observe cautions and

starting procedure. (See
ENGINE OPERATION, in
this Section.)

Turn key switch to engage

starter. After engine begins
turning, press ether switch
(A) to inject starting fluid.
Release the key after engine
starts.

Hold ether switch for two or

three seconds after engine
starts. Repeat this step until
engine runs without
faltering.

NOTE: If starter will not

crank the engine or
cranks the engine too
slowly, see
Troubleshooting Section.

IMPORTANT: To assure
adequate lubrication,
idle engine at
approximately 1200
rpm with no load for
 one to two minutes.
Extend this period
when operating at
temperatures below
freezing.

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Changing Starting Fluid Cans

CAUTION: Starting fluid is highly

flammable. Do not use near fire,
sparks, or flames. Read the caution
information on the container. Protect
container against damage. Do not
carry extra or empty ether cans
inside cab.

1. Remove either front side shield to access

canister (A). A-Canister
2. Remove safety cap and plastic spray
nozzle from new can.

3. Loosen canister to remove old can.

4. Install new can and tighten canister.

IMPORTANT: To avoid drawing dust

into engine, always keep a starting
fluid can in position or clean bottom
of canister and install bottom side
up.

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Auxiliary Heaters-If
Equipped

CAUTION: Avoid
electrical shock or fire.
Use a 3-wire, heavy
duty, electrical cord,
suitable for outdoor
use. Always plug
electrical cord into a
ground fault protected,
220-volt outlet.

Auxiliary heaters are A-Ground Fault Interrupter

available from your
John Deere Dealer:

• Engine coolant
• Transmission and
hydraulic charge
pump

Connect the heaters and the

ground fault interrupter (A)
to a ground fault protected
220-volt electrical outlet.

IMPORTANT: The
ground fault
interrupter (A) on the
tractor protects the
tractor only and does
not protect electrical
wiring supplying
power to the tractor.
Test all ground fault
interrupters before
each use.

AG,RX15494,3397 -19-19JAN00-1/1
Using a Booster Battery
or Charger

CAUTION: Gas
given off by batteries is
explosive. Keep sparks
and flames away from
batteries. Make last
connection and first
disconnection at a
point away from
batteries.

IMPORTANT: Be sure
polarity is correct
before making
connections. Reversed
polarity will damage
electrical system
and/or possibly cause a
battery explosion.
A-Remote Terminal
BOOSTER BATTERY
1. Attach one end of positive B-Negative Cable
cable to remote terminal (A) C-Remote Ground Terminal
of the starter. Attach other
end to positive terminal of
booster battery.

2. Attach one end of the

negative cable to negative
terminal of booster battery.
Attach other end to the
remote ground terminal (C)
of tractor.

3. Remove negative cable

(B) first when
disconnecting.

BATTERY CHARGER
1. Attach positive charger
lead to positive remote
terminal (A) with charger in
the OFF position. Attach
negative charger lead to
negative remote terminal
(C), away from batteries.

2. Switch charger to ON
position and charge battery
following manufacturer's
instructions for using the
charger.

3. Switch charger to OFF

position. Remove negative
charger lead first, then the
positive lead.

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Avoid Contact With
Pesticides

CAUTION: This
enclosed cab does not
protect against
inhaling harmful
pesticides.

1. When operating in an
environment where harmful
pesticides are present, wear
a long-sleeved shirt, long-
legged pants, shoes, and
socks.

2. If pesticide use
instructions require
respiratory protection, wear
an appropriate respirator
inside the cab.

3. Wear personal protective

equipment as required by the
pesticide use instructions
when leaving the enclosed
cab to:

• enter a treated area.

• work with
contaminated
application
equipment such as
nozzles which must
be cleaned, changed,
or redirected.
• perform mixing and
loading activities.

4. Before re-entering the

cab, remove protective
equipment and store either
outside the cab in a closed
box or some other type of
sealable container or inside
the cab in a pesticide
resistant container, such as a
plastic bag.

5. Clean your shoes or boots

to remove soil or other
contaminated particles prior
to entering the cab.

DX,CABS1 -19-03MAR93-1/1

Cleaning Tractor of Hazardous Pesticides

• Sweep or vacuum the floor

CAUTION: Avoid personal of cab
injury. Clean inside of cab • Clean headliners and inside
and outside of tractor after cowlings of cab
application of hazardous • Wash entire exterior of
pesticides. Pesticide residue vehicle
can build up. • Dispose of any wash water
with hazardous
Clean exterior and interior of tractor concentrations of active or
daily to prevent contamination: non-active ingredients
according to published
regulations or directives

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Using Seat Belts

CAUTION: Minimize
chance of possible
injury from an
accident. Use seat belts
(A) when operating the
tractor.

Inspect seat belt and

mounting hardware
annually. (See General
Maintenance and Inspection
Section.)

A-Seat Belts

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Using Emergency Exit

The rear window (A)

provides a large exit path if
the cab door is blocked in an
emergency situation.

A-Rear Window

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Operating the Transmission

Description
CAUTION: Avoid personal
injury or damage to the PowrQuad ™ (30 km/h)
tractor. If the engine starts transmission provides 16 forward
with the shift lever in gear, and 16 reverse speeds; PowrQuad
there is a malfunction of the (40 km/h) transmission provides 20
starting circuit. Repair should forward and 20 reverse speeds.
be made immediately by your Three lever control-right-hand
John Deere Dealer. reverser lever shifts from PARK
position to forward or reverse with
Always place shift lever in power-shiftable forward/reverse
PARK position before shuttle shifting for loader operation.
dismounting. Speed lever provides four power-
shiftable gears to shift up or down.
IMPORTANT: Prevent Range lever provides four or five
transmission or clutch fully synchronized ranges that are
damage: shiftable on-the-go.

Never rest foot on the clutch AutoQuad II ™ (40 or 50 km/h)

pedal while tractor is moving transmission provides 20 forward
and 20 reverse speeds. Left-hand
Do not allow tractor to coast reverser provides fully modulated
by disengaging clutch or shift capability between forward and
shifting transmission into reverse. Four power-shiftable gears
NEUTRAL can be shifted automatically or
manually. Range lever provides five
Never attempt to start tractor fully synchronized ranges shiftable
 by towing or pushing on-the-go.

Always stop tractor Powershift transmission provides

completely before shifting 19 forward and 7 reverse speeds.
transmission to PARK One lever control provides on-the-
position go full power shifts for all forward
and reverse gears (without using the
Avoid excessive ballast clutch) and power-shiftable
forward/reverse shuttle shifting for
Avoid continuous operation loader operation.
under full throttle and full
load conditions below 1800 AutoPowr transmission provides an
rpm infinite range of ground speeds in
the forward mode from 50 m/h (164
NOTE: The "Caution" light will ft/h) to 40 km/h (25 mph) or an
display and an audible warning optional 50 km/h (31 mph). Reverse
will occur at approximately 58 mode provides an infinite range of
km/h in tractors equipped with ground speeds from 50 m/h (164
AutoPowr transmission. ft/h) to 18 km/h. (Maximum speeds
may vary slightly due to tire size.)
Left-hand reverser provides shuttle-
shifting capabilities.
PowrQuad is a trademark of Deere &
Company
AutoQuad II is a trademark of Deere &
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Shifting the PowrQuad
Transmission

The PowrQuad ™
Transmission has four or
five speed ranges which can
be selected by the range-
shift lever (A). There are
four forward and reverse
gears in each range. Use the
clutch when shifting from
one range to another. PowrQuad Transmission with Right-Hand
Reverser
Move speed lever (B) for
four power-shiftable gears
without using the clutch. A-Range-Shift Lever
B-Speed Lever
Move right-hand reverser C-Right-Hand Reverser Lever
lever (C) from PARK
position to Forward position
for forward operation. Pull
the lever back for reverse
operation. Gear shift lever
can be shuttle shifted from
forward to reverse without
using the clutch.

Operate the clutch when

working in a confined area
or making an emergency
stop.
PowrQuad is a trademark of Deere &
Company AG,RX15494,3403 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Shifting the AutoQuad II Transmission

 AutoQuad II Transmission Console

A-Range Selector B- C- D-Auto/Economy

Lever Upshift/Downshift Upshift/Downshift Mode Switch
Switch-Console Switch-Range Lever
Depress the clutch when shifting from one Depressing the AUTO/ECO mode switch
range to another. (D) activates AUTO mode. Pressing the
switch again or pressing the
Normal operation of AUTO/ECO modes of upshift/downshift switch (B) or (C) restores
AutoQuad II transmission occurs when the manual mode.
hydraulic oil temperature is above -15° C
(5° F). Colder temperatures will affect In AUTO mode, engine speed and throttle
speed shifting. AUTO/ECO functions will position are sensed. This allows gear
be disabled or limited to slower shifts. changes within the selected range to be
Range selection will not be affected. performed automatically.

Manual Mode ECO Mode

In the manual mode, gear changes are made ECO mode functions the same as AUTO
by pressing the upshift/downshift switch mode, except the transmission upshifts
(B) on the console, or switches (C) on range sooner, providing quieter operation.
selector lever (A).
Speed Matching
Rabbit and turtle icons on the switches
correspond to upshift and downshift. Gear Depressing the clutch pedal when changing
changes can be made without depressing ranges results in automatic gear selection.
the clutch. The gear selected matches actual vehicle
ground speed.
AUTO Mode

AG,RX15494,3404 -19-19JAN00-1/2

Skip Shifting

Depress shift buttons on top of range shifter

quickly and consecutively to skip gears.
Shifts therefore can be made from 1 to 4 or
from 4 to 1 within a range.

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Operating Left-Hand
Reverser-If Equipped

The left-hand reverser (A)

provides fully modulated
shuttle shift capability
between forward and
reverse.

NEUTRAL position is
detented so lever cannot be
inadvertently bumped into
gear. Pull shuttle lever A-Left-Hand Reverser
toward operator, then
upward to move forward.
Move lever downward for
reverse. Forward/Reverse
shuttle lever automatically
returns to NEUTRAL
position when the range-shift
lever is placed in PARK
position.

Cold Weather Operation

Cold oil may delay

engagement of lever.
Operator may have to engage
lever several times before
tractor will move.

Transmission Enabling
Mode

The enabling mode provides

limited transmission
function, in case of
malfunction. If reverser lever
will not stay in forward or
reverse, hold reverser lever
in the desired direction. If
tractor moves, hold lever
long enough to get tractor to
service facility. If tractor will
not move, see your John
Deere Dealer.

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Shifting the Powershift Transmission

A-Gear Shift Lever B-Lockouts

The Powershift Transmission has Cold Weather Operation
electronically controlled, modulated
shifting through all forward and Below -10°C (14°F) operator will
reverse gears to provide 19 forward not have even-numbered shifts for
and 7 reverse speeds. several minutes after start-up, and
shifting may be delayed.
Move gear shift lever (A) forward
for forward operation, and pull the Shifting-Without Using Clutch
lever back for reverse operation. Pedal
Gear shift lever can be shuttle
shifted from forward to reverse Gear-to-Gear - Transmission will
without using the clutch. Shift lever sequentially shift up or down to
lockouts (B) can be positioned for selected gear
shifting to a specific gear. Shifting
does not begin until shift lever Neutral-to-Gear 1 - Transmission
movement stops. Use shift stops for will modulate directly to gear
loader-type shuttle shifting. selected up to 16F or 6R, then
sequentially shift to higher gear
A problem is indicated if
transmission gear indicator flashes Neutral-to-Gear 2 - Transmission
and/or transmission shifts to will shift to a gear matching ground
NEUTRAL. Problems may be speed then to selected gear to
caused by: maintain smooth shifting

• Riding the clutch pedal Shuttle Shifting (Direction

• Holding shift lever between Change) 2 - Transmission will
NEUTRAL and first gear modulate directly to gear selected
• Attempting to start engine up to 16F or 6R, then sequentially
 with lever in gear shift to higher gear
• Operating tractor in
temperatures below -10°C
(14°F)

Reset transmission by fully

engaging clutch pedal and/or
moving shift lever to NEUTRAL.

1
Tractor stopped or moving less than 0.8 km/h (0.5 mph)
2
Tractor moving more than 0.8 km/h (0.5 mph)

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Shifting-Using Clutch Pedal (Gear-to-Gear) (Up-Shifting) -

Transmission will automatically
IMPORTANT: Clutch pedal must modulate to gear. If pedal
be fully depressed to engagement is over four seconds,
completely disengage clutch modulation can be controlled with
for transmission to operate clutch pedal
correctly.
(Gear-to-Gear) (Down-Shifting) -
Shifting (speed less than 1 km/h (1 Transmission will shift to gear
mph) - Shift is non-modulated matching ground speed and then
directly to gear selected shift sequentially to gear selected as
clutch pedal is re-engaged
NOTE: Gear-to-Gear shifting listed
below is for tractor speeds more
than 1 km/h (1 mph).

AG,RX15494,3406 -19-19JAN00-2/2

Using Powershift Transmission

Enabling Mode

The enabling mode provides limited

transmission function in case of
malfunction.

Remove console ring and side panel to

access wiring.

Disconnect wiring harness (A) and (B)

from Powershift Control Unit. Disconnect
enabling wiring harness (C) and (D).
A-Wiring Harness
Plug wiring harness (A) into (C). This B-Wiring Harness
enables the use of two gears (ninth gear C-Wiring Harness
forward and fourth gear reverse). Engaging D-Wiring Harness
the clutch is necessary for operation.

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Operating Creeper

IMPORTANT: Avoid
operating creeper in D
or E range, or with
ground engaging
equipment requiring
high horsepower.
Mechanical failure
may result.

Operate the creeper in A, B,

or C ranges for extreme slow A-Creeper Lever
speed.

Stop tractor to engage or

disengage creeper.

Press clutch pedal and move

creeper lever (A) forward to
engage creeper.

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AutoPowr Transmission-
Description

AutoPowr transmission provides infinite

ground speeds in the forward mode from 50
m/h (164 ft/h) to 40 km/h (25 mph) or an
optional 50 km/h (31 mph). Reverse mode
provides infinite ground speeds from 50
m/h (164 ft/h) to 18 km/h (11 mph).
(Maximum speeds may vary slightly due to
tire size.) Left-hand reverser allows shuttle-
shifting.

There are two variable speed bands (A &

B) in the forward and reverse directions.

A set speed is adjustable by knob (C) and is

the maximum ground speed that can be
attained at full throttle when the speed
control lever (D) is pushed all the way
forward to the end of the slot of the
respective speed band. Left-Hand Reverser

A-Variable Speed Band "1"

B-Variable Speed Band "2"
C-Set Speed Adjuster
D-Speed Control Lever
E-NEUTRAL Position
F-Scroll Position
G-Forward Position
H-Power Zero Position
I-Reverse Position
J-PARK Position

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Adjusting Set Speeds-Tractor

Stationary

CAUTION: Avoid unexpected

rapid acceleration. Check and adjust
set speeds before putting tractor in
motion.

Switch ignition to "on" position. (Starting

the engine is not necessary.)

Shift reverser lever to Scroll position (A).

The two forward and two reverse set speeds
will scroll on the display (B), pausing at
each speed for two seconds. Bar graph (C)
indicates approximate set speed for each
forward and reverse speed band.

Adjust each speed when it displays by

rotating the set speed adjuster on the speed
control lever counterclockwise to increase
the set speed value and clockwise to
decrease it.

NOTE: Set speed adjustments may affect

the corresponding set speed of the
opposite direction. See Adjusting
Reverse-Forward Set Speed Ratio.

A-Scroll Position
B-Display
C-Bar Graph

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Putting Tractor in Motion-
AutoPowr Transmission

CAUTION: Avoid
possible injury due to
sudden or unexpected
acceleration. Be aware of
set speeds and throttle
position before putting
tractor in motion.

NOTE: Tractor can not be put in A-Speed Control Lever

motion unless operator is in B-Speed Band
seat. Transmission system
light, Read Operator
Manual light and Service
Alert light will indicate
when forward, reverse, or
NEUTRAL positions are
commanded and operator
is not in the seat.

Cycle left-hand reverser to

PARK position and to either
forward or reverse position
with operator in seat to
initiate motion.

Using the clutch to put tractor

in motion is not necessary.

Move reverser lever into

forward or reverse position.

Use throttle to accelerate.

Move the speed control lever

(A) forward in a variable speed
band (B) to increase speed, and
rearward to decrease speed.

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Adjusting Set Speeds with
Tractor in Motion

NOTE: Set speed adjustments

may affect the
corresponding set speed of
the opposite direction. See
Adjusting Reverse-Forward
Set Speed Ratio.

The set speed of a selected

speed band and the ground
speed of the tractor can be
adjusted while the tractor is
moving by rotating set speed
adjuster (D). Increasing set
speed value will increase ground
speed. Decreasing set speed
value will decrease ground
speed. New set speed will
indicate on display (A).

The maximum ground speed of

a selected speed band is attained
at full throttle when speed
control lever (B) is pushed all
the way forward to end of slot
(C) of the respective speed
band.

A-Display
B-Speed Control Lever
C-Slot
D-Set Speed Adjuster

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Digital Display-AutoPowr Transmission

A-Set Speed D-Forward Set G-Reverse Set I-Set Band
B-Ground Speed Speed Speed J-Symbol
C-Commanded E-Forward Set H-Symbol
Speed Speed
F-Reverse Set
Speed
Set Speeds If the lever is pushed all the way
forward to the end of the speed band
A set speed (A) is the maximum slot, commanded speed will equal set
ground speed of either speed band 1 speed.
or speed band 2. The selected speed Set Speed Bar Graph
band is indicated at (I).
Set Speed bar graph indicates set
Ground Speed speed values by their relative position
on the graph. (D) and (E) are
The ground speed (B) value on examples of forward set speeds and
tractors equipped with radar will are indicated on top part of graph. (F)
always show a lower value than the and (G) are examples of reverse set
set speed selected if there is speeds and are indicated on bottom
measurable wheelslip. part of graph.

Commanded Speed Symbol (H) indicates AutoPowr

transmission is shifting under load.
Commanded speed (C) is determined Symbol (J) indicates when a
by any given position of the speed diagnostic fuse is inserted into fuse
control lever at full engine speed. panel.
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Set Speeds-Guidelines and

Examples

The value of set speed 1 will always

be at least 10% less than the value of
set speed 2. This ensures a smooth
transition between speed bands and is
illustrated in the following examples.

NOTE: F1 refers to Forward mode,

set speed 1 in speed band 1. F2
refers to Forward mode, set speed Example 1
2 in speed band 2.

Example 1: Maximum forward set

speeds are selected for each speed
band.

Example 2: Value of set speed 1 has

been reduced to 10 km/h. Set speed 2
value has not been changed, but the
lower portion of speed band 2 has
automatically decreased to meet the
top end of speed band 1.

Example 3: Set speed 2 has been

reduced to 5 km/h. Set speed 1 Example 2
automatically decreases to 4.5 km/h,
10% below the new value of Set Speed
2.

Example 4: Set speed 1 has been

increased to 20 km/h, which is higher
than the value of Set Speed 2. Set
speed 2 will automatically increase to
10% above the new set speed 1 value.

Example 3
 Example 4

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Adjusting Set Speeds to Match

Varying Load Conditions

All Tractors:

Set speeds are obtained from measuring

tractor axle speed combined with tire size
details. Select a set speed that is slightly
higher than the average working speed in
order to obtain maximum productivity in
applications where a precise forward speed
is not critical, such as plowing. The tractor
will reach the higher set speed value during
a no load or light load condition.
A-Ground Speed
Tractors Equipped with Radar:
B-Set Speed
The ground speed (A) indicated on the
display will always be lower than the set
speed (B) if there is a measurable wheel
slip.

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Adjusting Reverse-
Forward Set Speed
Ratio

CAUTION: Prevent
possible injury: Apply
secondary brake
and/or foot brakes to
prevent tractor from
rolling in NEUTRAL
position.

NOTE: The AutoPowr

transmission has
independent
forward/reverse set
speed selection.
(Changing the set speed
in one direction does not
change the set speed in
the other direction.) See
your John Deere Dealer
to activate reverse-
forward set speed ratios.

The ratio of a reverse set

speed to its corresponding
forward set speed can be
adjusted. (A set speed is the
maximum ground speed that
can be attained in a speed
band.)
A-Neutral Position
1. Switch ignition to "on" B-Display
position. C-Set Speed Adjuster
2. Place left-hand reverser
lever in NEUTRAL position
(A).
3. Ratio will display (B).
4. Rotate set speed adjuster
(C). Ratio can be changed in
increments of 0.1 from 0.2
to 2.0.
 If Reverse
Forward
Set Speed
Set Speed
is 4 km/h
(km/h) is:
and Ratio is:

0.2 0.8
0.5 2.0
1.0 4.0
2.0 8.0

Reverse speed is limited to

18 km/h regardless of ratio.
Since forward speeds can be
much higher than reverse
speeds, at high reverse
speeds the corresponding
forward speed will move in
a straight line relationship
instead of a ratio. The ratio
relationship ends at 12.0
km/h reverse for set speed 2
and 8.0 km/h reverse for set
speed 1.

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Using Creeper Mode-AutoPowr Transmission

Creeper mode is entered automatically Creeper Mode (Reverse/Forward Ratio

when a set speed of less than 2 km/h is NOT Selected)
selected in speed band 1.
Reverse set speeds can be adjusted in the
The default ratio between speed bands 1 usual manner - See Adjusting Set Speeds-
and 2 is 2.5 in creeper mode. For example,Tractor Stationary
if speed band 1 is set at 100 m/h, the
corresponding maximum speed in band 2 is Creeper Mode (Reverse/Forward Ratio
250 m/h. The default ratio may be Selected)
temporarily overridden (such as when
making headland turns) by increasing speed
band 2 to a maximum of 10 km/h. Moving If forward/reverse ratio is activated with the
the lever back to band 1 restores the result that reverse set speed "1" adjusts
previous working speeds. forward set speed "1" to 2 km/h or higher,
creeper mode is exited.
Creeper mode is exited when set speed 1 is
adjusted above 2 km/h or set speed 2 is
adjusted above 10 km/h.

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Stopping the Tractor-AutoPowr

Transmission

CAUTION: Avoid possible injury

from losing control of tractor while
operating on a downhill slope.
Tractor wheels may lock and skid on
slippery downhill slopes. Observe the
following precautions:

• Adjust set speed value to a

safe downhill operating speed.
• Place AutoPowr selector
in OFF position (B). (The
higher brake pedal force
required in the OFF position
will help prevent wheel lock
and skidding.)
• Do not make major speed
reductions with the speed
control lever.

Stopping and Parking the Tractor A-Brake Pedals

B-Off Position

CAUTION: Avoid possible injury

due to losing control of tractor.
couple brake pedals (A) together
when driving on roads.

1. Reduce throttle.
2. Depress both brake pedals. It is not
necessary to depress the clutch . The
brakes will activate the AutoClutch
(automatic clutch function within the
transmission) to stop the tractor.
3. Move speed control lever to a minimum
speed position.
4. Shift to PARK position.
5. Lower implements and shut off PTO.
6. Switch engine off and remove key.

Stopping the Tractor During Repeated

Operations

Depress both brake pedals. It is not

necessary to depress the clutch, reduce
throttle, or move the speed control
lever. The brakes will activate the
AutoClutch. When brakes are released,
tractor accelerates to currently commanded
speed.

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CAUTION: Avoid possible injury:

braking the tractor while
commanding a high engine speed will
require higher brake pedal force.

CAUTION: Avoid possible injury

due to sudden or unexpected
acceleration. When brake pedals are
released, the tractor will
automatically accelerate to the speed
currently commanded by the throttle
and speed control lever.

Using Individual Brake Pedals

Individual brake pedals can be used to assist

with slow speed off-road turning, such as
hooking up to an implement. At low idle
tractor will stop by depressing only one
brake pedal.
To assist slow speed turning, depress either
brake pedal while slowly increasing engine
speed until desired turn is achieved.
Returning engine speed to low idle while
continuing to depress one brake pedal will
brake tractor to a stop.

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Using Power Zero Position

NOTE: Using the clutch to change tractor

direction, or to put tractor in motion, is
not necessary.

Shifting the reverser lever to Power Zero

position (A) and holding it there will keep
tractor stationary regardless of load or
incline.

Using NEUTRAL Position

A-Power Zero Position
Transmission NEUTRAL position is
obtained (with engine running) by:

• depressing the clutch pedal OR

• shifting reverser lever to
NEUTRAL position.

Tractor will roll freely in NEUTRAL

position.

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AutoPowr Selector
Guidelines

The AutoPowr selector is a

four-position switch (A)
providing two automated
productivity functions:

• Load
control provides
automatic
transmission shifting
under load to A-Four-Position Switch
maintain constant B-Position OFF
peak power levels C-Position 1
and maximum D-Position 2
productivity. E-Position 3
• Fuel
economy function
provides constant
vehicle speed at
reduced engine speed
in light load or no-
load conditions.

CAUTION: Avoid
possible injury from
unexpected
acceleration. When
load is reduced, tractor
will resume selected set
speed.

NOTE: For most

applications, maximum
productivity and fuel
economy is realized
when AutoPowr selector
is in positions 1, 2, or 3.

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AutoPowr Selector
Examples

Position 1 - Most PTO,

Loader, and High
Hydraulic Flow
Applications:

• Use full throttle

position
• Adjust set speed to
match application
• Operating under
load: transmission
automatically shifts
to maintain 1950 rpm
• Operating under light
load or no-load:
Minimum engine
speed 2000 rpm

Position 2 - Plowing and

Tillage:
A-Four-Position Switch
B-Position OFF
• Use full throttle
C-Position 1
position
D-Position 2
• Adjust set speed to
E-Position 3
match application
• Operating under
load: transmission
automatically shifts
to maintain 1950 rpm
• Operating under light
load or no-load:
Minimum engine
speed is 1500 rpm

Position 3 - Transport and

Light Tillage:

• Use foot throttle or

hand throttle to
control speed
• Adjust set speed to
match application
 • Operating under
load: transmission
automatically shifts
to maintain 1950 rpm
• Operating under light
load or no-load:
Minimum engine
speed is 1200 rpm

Position OFF:

Transmission will not shift

automatically to maintain
engine rpm with varying
loads. Use if application is
causing undesired automatic
shifting.

• Use OFF position if

application is
causing undesired
automatic shifting.
• Use OFF position
when operating on
steep and/or slippery
downhill slopes. See
AutoPowr
Transmission-
Downhill Operation.

NOTE: Minimum engine

speed values of
AutoPowr selector
positions 1, 2, or 3 can
be adjusted by your
John Deere Dealer.

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AutoPowr
Transmission-Downhill
Operation in Slippery
Conditions

CAUTION: Avoid
possible injury from
losing control of
tractor while operating
on a downhill slope.
Tractor wheels may
lock and skid on A-Off Position
slippery downhill
slopes. Observe the
following precautions:

• Adjust set speed

value to a safe
downhill
operating
speed.
• Place AutoPowr
Selector
in OFF position
(A). (The higher
brake pedal
force required
in the OFF
position will
help prevent
wheel lock and
skidding.)
• Do not make
major speed
reductions with
the speed
control lever.

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Using AutoPowr Transmission Enabling Mode

The enabling mode allows tractor to be 1. Remove fuse F37 and install in F41
operated at a maximum of 8 km/h (5 mph) location.
in forward position and 3 km/h in reverse at 2. Start tractor.
full throttle if certain transmission 3. Depress and release clutch pedal before
malfunctions occur. putting tractor in motion.

NOTE: The AutoClutch and AutoPowr

selector features will not operate when
transmission is in enabled mode.

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Using Mechanical Front-Wheel Drive

A-Switch
Center ON Position-engages MFWD.
CAUTION: Avoid personal injury Indicator on display console will show
or death from losing control of engagement.
tractor. When driving tractor on
roads: Top AUTO Position. Indicator on display
shows MFWD engagement.
• couple brake pedals together
• Use foot throttle instead of MFWD automatically disengages when
hand throttle pressing either brake pedal, or at speeds
• Reduce speed when driving on above 19 km/h (11.8 mph). MFWD
icy, wet, or graveled surfaces automatically engages when speed falls
• Engage brake assist position below 18 km/h (11.2 mph).
of MFWD switch for four-
wheel braking MFWD engages when BOTH brake pedals
• Ballast tractor correctly (See are depressed at speeds above 19 km/h
Performance Ballasting (11.8 mph).
 Section) Bottom BRAKE ASSIST Position-
MFWD OFF except when BOTH brake
Mechanical front-wheel drive can be pedals are depressed at speeds above 19
engaged and disengaged in all gears km/h (11.8 mph).
(forward and reverse) during operation and
under full load. Switch (A) has three
operating positions.

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Using Triple Link

Suspension (Suspended
Front Axle)-If Equipped

Triple Link Suspension

(TLS) provides suspension
for the tractor front end
using a hydro-pneumatic
self-leveling system. TLS
can operate simultaneously,
yet independently of Load
Depth Control and Hitch
Dampening, if equipped. A-Service Alert Light

Operating Characteristics

TLS will self-level

automatically whenever
tractor speed exceeds 1.5
km/h (0.9 mph). With
implement attached and
hitch raised or lowered, TLS
will self level when:

• the engine is shut off

and restarted or
• the tractor ground
speed reaches 1.5
km/h (0.9 mph) with
engine running.

CAUTION: Avoid
possible injury. Stay
clear of tractor on
 start-up because TLS
will self-level up and
down.

Check for adequate clearance

with TLS system when
attaching a front-mounted
implement.

Cold Weather Operation

Use normal cold weather

procedures. TLS system may
require extra time to function
correctly. TLS system may
not operate if system had not
re-centered during the first
80 seconds of operation.
Several restarts may be
required.

Troubleshooting

If a fault occurs in the

leveling control, the "Service
Alert" light (A) and "Read
Operator's Manual" light
come on, stop the engine and
restart the tractor. If the fault
repeats, contact your John
Deere Dealer.

IMPORTANT: Do not use

Model 840 Loader with
Triple Link Suspension

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Using Differential Lock

When one wheel starts to

spin, engage differential lock
by pressing switch (A).
Indicator light on display
panel shows engagement. To
disengage differential lock,
press either brake pedal.

A-Switch

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Using the Brakes

CAUTION: Avoid
personal injury. Lock
brake pedals together
when operating on
roads. Reduce speed if
towed load weighs
more than the tractor
or when transporting
loads under adverse
conditions. Avoid hard A-Brakes
braking applications.
(See TRANSPORTING
TOWED
EQUIPMENT, in
Transport Section and
Implement Manual.)

Test brakes (A) with engine

stopped to be sure manual
brake system is functioning.
(See General Maintenance
and Inspection Section).

Press both pedals to stop

tractor while disengaging the
clutch.
Use individual brakes to
assist in making sharp turns
in non-transport situations.

IMPORTANT: Avoid
unnecessary wear on
the brakes. DO NOT
rest feet on the brake
pedals during tractor
operation.

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Using the Brakes-

AutoPowr Transmission

CAUTION: Avoid
possible injury from
losing control of
tractor:

• Lock brake
pedals (A)
together when
operating on A-Brake Pedals
roads.
• Reduce speed if
towed load
weighs more
than the tractor
or when
transporting
loads under
adverse
conditions.
Avoid hard
braking
applications.
(See
TRANSPORTI
NG TOWED
EQUIPMENT,
in Transport
Section and
 Implement
Manual.)
• Tractor wheels
may lock and
skid on slippery
downhill slopes.
(See
AUTOPOWR
TRANSMISSIO
N-DOWNHILL
OPERATION
IN SLIPPERY
CONDITIONS,
in Operating the
Tractor
Section.)

Test brakes with engine

stopped to be sure manual
brake system is functioning.
(See General Maintenance
and Inspection Section).

NOTE: Depressing the

clutch to stop tractor
equipped with AutoPowr
transmission is not
necessary. (See
STOPPING THE
TRACTOR-AUTOPOWR
TRANSMISSION, in
Operating the Tractor
Section.)

Use individual brakes to

assist in making sharp turns
in non-transport situations.

IMPORTANT: Avoid
unnecessary wear on
the brakes. DO NOT
rest feet on the brake
pedals during tractor
operation.

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Using Field Cruise

Push engine throttle all the

way forward and turn knob
(A) to set engine speed as
follows:

OFF (turn knob fully

clockwise)

• Use for heavy tillage

field work, such as
moldboard plowing, A-Knob
chisel plowing, or
ripping

ON (turn knob
counterclockwise out of
detent)

• Use when constant

speed is required for
a particular light load
application, such as
planting, fertilizing
or applying herbicide
• Engine speed can be
adjusted from 1500-
2200 rpm by rotating
knob
• Engine speed remains
constant at set speed

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Using Field Cruise-
AutoPowr

OFF-Turn knob (A) fully

clockwise

ON-Turn knob
counterclockwise out of
detent

Use field cruise only if

controlling maximum engine
speed for PTO or hydraulic
applications is required.

A-Knob

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Using Hydraulic Trailer
Brakes-If Equipped

CAUTION: Avoid
possible injury from
losing control of
tractor equipped with
AutoPowr transmission
operating on downhill
slopes. Tractor wheels
may lock and skid on
slippery downhill A-Trailer Brake Coupler
slopes. (See
AUTOPOWR
TRANSMISSION-
DOWNHILL
OPERATION IN
SLIPPERY
CONDITIONS, in
Operating the Tractor
Section.)

Remove cap from trailer

brake coupler (A). Connect
pressure hose to brake
coupler, making sure hose
end and coupler are clean.

Depress brake pedals to

operate hydraulic trailer
brake. The braking effect
depends on pressure applied
to the brake pedals.

IMPORTANT: Reduce
brake wear:

• Make sure the

pressure hose is
connected.
• Select the same
gear for both
downhill and
uphill driving.
 • Check the
hydraulic trailer
brake regularly
for correct
functioning.

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Using Trailer Air Brakes-If

Equipped

CAUTION: Avoid personal

injury. Do not overuse brakes
on steep downhill grades. Shift
tractor into lower gear. (See
Transport Section and
implement manual.) Tractor
wheels may lock and skid on
slippery downhill slopes on Brake Couplers
tractors equipped with
AutoPowr transmission. (See
AUTOPOWR
TRANSMISSION-
DOWNHILL OPERATION IN
SLIPPERY CONDITIONS, in
Operating the Tractor Section.)

The air brakes are a combined single-

and dual-line system. The single-line
braking system uses coupler (A).
Dual-line braking system uses
couplers (B) and (C).
A-Black (Single-line)
B-Yellow (Dual-line)
NOTE: The single-line trailer brake
C-Red (Dual-line)
may be used at speeds up to 25
D-Air Pressure Gauge
km/h (15.5 mph) only.

Clean connections before connecting

the compressed air hoses. Lift cover
from trailer brake coupler and connect
trailer hose coupling. Seal the
connections with the dust caps
whenever the hoses are disconnected.

Start engine and allow system air

pressure to reach working range.
Range on air pressure gauge (D)
should be 6-8.5 bar (85-125 psi).

IMPORTANT: With a trailer

connected, do not drive tractor
unless the air pressure gauge is
indicating at least 6 bar (85 psi).

Depress brake pedals to stop tractor-

trailer while disengaging the clutch.

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NOTE: Depressing the clutch to stop

tractor equipped with AutoPowr
transmission is not necessary. See
STOPPING THE TRACTOR-AutoPowr
Transmission.

IMPORTANT: Reduce brake wear:

• Make sure the pressure hoses

are connected.
• Select the same gear for both
downhill and uphill driving.
• Check the air brake on the
trailer regularly for correct
functioning.

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Using Chock Block-If
Equipped

Use chock block when

parking tractor on sloping
ground.

Press chock block together

and pull out of holder.
Spread chock block apart
and place in front of or
behind tire.

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Hitch Components

A-Lift Arms
B-Lift Cylinders
C-Lift Links
D-Center Link
E-Draft Links
F-Hitch Raise/Lower
Switches
G-Stabilizer

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Hitch Controls

A-Raise/Lower Switch
B-Hitch Control Lever
C-Hitch Control Stop
D-Load/Depth Control
E-Height Limit Control
F-Rate of Drop Control

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Hitch Control System

CAUTION: Avoid personal injury

or death. Do not disconnect any hitch
sensors, solenoids, or connectors for
the hitch control valve (A).
Unexpected hitch movement may
occur. Stay clear of hitch area when
starting engine.

Hitch movement during start-up may

indicate a malfunction. See your John Deere
Dealer.

A-Hitch Control Valve

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Using Hitch Control Lever and

Raise/Lower Switch

CAUTION: To prevent possible

injury, use only the hitch control
lever (A) when attaching or
detaching implements. Do not use
raise/lower switch (D).
Hitch control lever (A) is used to raise and
lower hitch, and to set implement working
depth. Pull lever rearward to raise; push A-Hitch Control Lever
lever forward to lower. B-Stop
C-Stop Wheel
To set implement working depth, move D-Raise/Lower Switch
stop (B) against lever by turning stop wheel E-Transport Lock Position
(C). Hitch will lower to same working
depth each time. If necessary to lower the
hitch below the preset depth, the control
lever can be lifted and pushed past the stop.

Raise/lower switch (D) allows raising and

lowering during turns, without having to
move the hitch control lever. If the top
portion of the raise/lower switch is pressed,
the implement is raised as high as the
setting of the height-limit control (See
ADJUSTING HEIGHT LIMIT, in this
Section). If the lower portion of the switch
is pressed, the implement is lowered as far
as the setting at control lever (A).

CAUTION: To prevent possible

injury and equipment damage while
transporting, set the hitch control
lever in the transport lock position
(E). This will prevent lowering the
hitch.

Raise/lower switches are disabled when the

control lever is in the transport lock
position (E). Hitch will raise when starting
tractor with the hitch control level in the
transport lock position.

NOTE: Hitch may not lower if quick

coupler has been removed. Install 68-
91 kg (150-200 lb) or quick coupler of
equivalent weight to hitch for normal
operation.

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Using Hitch Dampening

Hitch dampening prevents

the tractor from "pitching"
when it is traveling with a
raised implement.

Move the control lever (A),

with the engine running, to
the position that corresponds
to the position of the draft
links, to activate the
dampening function. Then, A-Control Lever
pull lever back to the
transport lock position.

NOTE: The rate-of-drop

control must NOT be in
far left position.

Push the control lever

forward from the transport
lock position to switch off
the dampening function.

NOTE: Using the remote

control and switching off
the engine both have the
effect of switching off the
dampening function.

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Adjusting Height Limit

Hitch height limit is

controlled by turning control
knob (A). Turning knob fully
counterclockwise (B), height
is limited to 25 percent to the
maximum height. Turning
knob fully clockwise (C),
hitch can be raised to
maximum height.

NOTE: External raise/lower

switch can raise hitch
above selected limit.

A-Control Knob
B-Counterclockwise
C-Clockwise

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Adjusting Rate of Drop

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

Turn control knob (A) to the

counterclockwise (B) to
decrease drop speed, or
clockwise (C) to increase
drop speed.

A-Control Knob
B-Counterclockwise
C-Clockwise

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Using External
Raise/Lower Switch

CAUTION: To
prevent injury or
damage caused by
tractor movement, be
sure transmission is in
PARK position before
using external
raise/lower switch (A).
Stay clear of
interference points
when using external
raise/lower switch.

Pull external raise/lower

switch (A) outward and hold
switch up to raise hitch, or
down to lower.

NOTE: Hitch system is

disabled when external
raise/lower switch is
used.

To RESET Hitch
Control System , move
hitch control lever (B) to
actual position of the
hitch, or use raise/lower
switch (C).

A-External Raise/Lower
Switch
B-Hitch Control Lever
C-Raise/Lower Switch

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Using Hitch Manual
Lowering Feature

CAUTION: Avoid
possible injury.
Perform manual
lowering from cab.
Make sure hitch
control lever is pushed
all the way forward to
the "lower" position.
A-Cap
Hitch manual lowering is B-Lowering Plunger
possible when hydraulic
pressure and/or electrical
power is not available.

Remove cap (A) at top of

hitch valve. From cab, use a
small punch to push in
manual lowering plunger
(B). Rate of drop is
controlled by amount of
force applied to plunger.

Make sure hitch control lever

is pushed all the way
forward.

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Using Load/Depth
Control

CAUTION: To
prevent hitch
movement and possible
injury, turn load/depth
control (A) fully
counterclockwise to
"position" control
before attaching or
detaching implements.

Hitch has two operating

modes: "position" or "draft"
control.

A-Load/Depth Control

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Using Position Control

When load/depth control (A)

is turned fully
counterclockwise to
"position" control, the hitch
is held at the selected
position.

A-Load/Depth Control

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Using Float Position

Equipment having depth-

gauge wheels may require
floating operation to follow
ground contours.

Set load/depth control (A) to

"position" control and push
hitch control lever fully
forward.

NOTE: Lift links can be

adjusted for lateral float.
(See LATERAL FLOAT,
in this Section.)

A-Load/Depth Control

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Using Draft Control

When load/depth control is turned to

numbered area (A), allows depth and load
control to be varied as ground conditions
require. The setting of the control depends
on implement being used and field or soil
conditions.

Turning the control counterclockwise

reduces draft response.

Turning the control clockwise increases

draft response. With the control turned to
a higher number (B), the implement is
raised as resistance (soil density) increases
and lowered as resistance decreases.
Typical settings:

Integral Field Cultivator 4-5

Integral Moldboard Plow 3-5
Semi-Integral Moldboard Plow 2-4
Integral Chisel Plow 2-4
Integral Ripper/Subsoiler 1-3

A-Numbered Area
B-Higher Number

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Operating Headland Management
System (HMS)

HMS, differential lock, MFWD (AUTO

position), and rear PTO can be selected
singly or together to switch on or
off automatically when using raise/lower
switch (B).

Select differential lock, MFWD, and/or rear

PTO as necessary. Activate the system by
pressing HMS switch (A). Indicator lights
will flash slowly, with an audible warning.

At the end of the field, push hitch

A-HMS Switch
raise/lower switch. The differential lock
B-Raise/Lower Switch
will stop immediately, the rear PTO will
stop after hitch has raised 10 percent of lift
travel, and MFWD will stop when
implement reaches maximum height.
Indicator lights will flash quickly.

When implement is lowered, the selected

function(s) will be activated immediately.
Indicator lights will flash slowly. For safety
reasons, the rear PTO must be switched on
manually.

To switch off HMS, press HMS switch

again. Indicator lights will glow
continuously.

NOTE: MFWD can be set for continuous

operation at any time, regardless of the
HMS mode. Move MFWD switch from
AUTO position to ON position.

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Using Sway Blocks

To minimize side sway of

hitch, install sway blocks
(A) in lower position.

If hitch has too much side

sway with sway blocks
installed, shims may be
added between sway block
support brackets (B) and
PTO housing. Shims are
available from your John
Deere Dealer.

NOTE: Add or remove

washers (C) between the
head of the pin and the
sway blocks to minimize
movement of sway
blocks.

Mount sway blocks (A) in

upper position to allow side
sway when hitch is lowered.
Side sway is prevented when
hitch is raised.

A-Sway Blocks
B-Support Brackets
C-Washers

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Stabilizing System-If Equipped

The stabilizing system is operated by means

of chain/spring (A) and lever (B). If lever
(B) is raised, the draft links have lateral
sway, otherwise they are locked.

Chain Short -

Draft links are locked in raised position

(rigid setting), in lowered position they
have lateral sway.

Chain Long -

Draft links are locked in all positions.

A-Chain/Spring
B-Lever

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Adjusting Stabilizing Support

Back tractor to the center of the

implement. Loosen locknut (A) and
adjust support using adjusting ring
(B). Tighten locknut, then adjust
spacer (C).

A-Locknut
B-Adjusting Ring
C-Spacer

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Positioning Center Link

IMPORTANT: Do not exceed maximum

implement weight specified in the
Performance Ballasting Section.

Excessive power can damage an

implement, and too large an
implement can damage the tractor.

The lowest position (C) provides the

greatest lifting height (additional 10 degree
upward angle). The highest position (A) A-Top Hole; 685 mm (27 in.) Mast
provides the most lifting force. B-Center Hole; 685 mm (27 in.) Mast
C-Bottom Hole; 610 mm (24 in.) Mast
Use center hole (B) for implements
requiring higher lift capacity but not
requiring the 10 degree upward angle.

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Adjusting Center Link

1. Adjust center link to level

implement front-to-rear.
Remove lock pin (A) and lift
adjusting handle wrench (B).
Rotate center link to desired
position.

NOTE: Adjustable range (C)

is 608-808 mm (24-
32 in.)

2. Secure adjusting handle

wrench with lock pin (A).

A-Lock Pin
B-Wrench
C-Adjustable Range

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 Adjusting Lift Links

1. Remove lock pin (A) and

lift up adjusting handle
wrench (B).

2. Rotate lift link to desired

position to level the
implement side-to-side.

NOTE: Adjustable range (C)

is 842-989 mm (33-
39 in.)

3. Secure adjusting handle

wrench with lock pin (A).

A-Lock Pin
B-Wrench
C-Adjustable Range

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Lateral Float

Draft links can be adjusted to allow for

vertical float or to lock out float.

Float is locked out with steel plate (A) in

horizontal position. Remove pin and
position steel plate (B) vertical to allow for
float.

A-Steel Plate
B-Steel Plate
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Attaching Implement to Hitch

CAUTION: To avoid bodily injury

or machine damage, put
transmission in PARK position and
check the full range of hitch for
interference, binding, or PTO
separation.

1. Turn load/depth control (A) fully

counterclockwise before attaching
implements.

CAUTION: Avoid bodily injury.

Do not use raise/lower switch when
attaching or detaching implements.
Use only hitch control lever (A)
or external raise/lower switches.

2. Lower hitch using hitch control lever

(A). Reverse tractor until the coupler hooks
(B) are below the implement hitch pins.

NOTE: On heavier implements, the lift links

can be attached to the rear holes (C) in
the draft links. This reduces the lifting
height, but maximizes the lifting force.

3. Slowly raise hitch until pins are engaged

in coupler hooks and correctly locked into
position.

4. Attach center link to the top attaching

point of the implement mast.

A-Load/Depth Control
B-Hooks
C-Holes

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 Detaching Implement
From Hitch

1. Lower implement to the

ground.

2. Turn load/depth control

(A) fully counterclockwise
before detaching
implements.

3. Disconnect center link

from implement. Lock center
link into the transport
position.

4. Pull release cable (B) and

lower the hitch until coupler
hooks are clear of implement
hitch pins.

5. Drive tractor forward,

away from implement.

A-Load/Depth Control
B-Cable

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Operating the Wagon Hitch-If

Equipped

The wagon hitch can be released from the

operator's seat using lever (A) or by using
hitch lever (B).

CAUTION: Avoid personal injury.

Keep hands and fingers from hitch
latching mechanism.

The hitch device closes automatically when

wagon towing eye enters the hitch or can
be manually closed using lever (C).

Hitch height can be adjusted using lever

(D).

A-Lever
B-Hitch Lever
C-Lever
D-Lever

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Operating the Pick-up Hitch-If

Equipped

The pick-up hitch is operated using the

hitch control lever and one selective control
valve.

1. Install pick-up hitch connecting lines (A)

to top selective control valve coupler.

2. Raise the draft links to maximum height.

A-Lines

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3. Pull release lever (A) to the right to

release the hitch locking device.

4. Lower the draft links and pick-up hitch

(B) to desired height using the hitch control
lever.

5. Extend hitch hook fully using the SCV

lever.

6. Back up tractor and raise draft links and

pick-up hitch so hitch hook engages in
trailer towing eye.
7. Raise the draft links to transport/locked
position and retract pick-up hitch fully to its
locked position.

8. Check both hitches for locked position .

Pick-up hitch should not lower with hitch
control lever. Pick-up hitch should not
extend when SCV lever is operated.

CAUTION: Before driving away,

make sure pick-up hitch is fully
raised and locked in both horizontal
and vertical positions.

A-Lever
B-Pick-up Hitch

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Changing Pick-up Hitch Hook

1. Remove pins (A) from hook.

A-Pins

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2. Install swinging drawbar (B) and replace

pins.

3. Store hook or drawbar element (A) in

holder on left-front side of tractor frame.

A-Drawbar Element
B-Drawbar
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Connecting Cylinder Hoses

CAUTION: Prevent possible

personal injury. Push Selective
Control Valve (SCV) lever lockout to
the right (transport lock position)
before attaching implements to
prevent implement movement.

Hydraulic hoses need to be reversed

at the coupler if cylinder is extending
when it should be retracting. A-Dust Covers
B-Symbols
IMPORTANT: Hydraulic hoses can fail C-Coupler
due to physical damage, kinks, age
and exposure. Replace damaged
hoses. Keep hose ends clean.

Clean dust covers (A).

NOTE: Remote cylinder couplers are

numbered I through IV. Couplers are
identified from bottom to top.

Check to be sure symbols (B) on coupler

identification plate, indicating cylinder
movement, match cylinder travel direction.

When using SCV with single acting

cylinders, plug hose into "extend" side of
coupler (C).

Push hose firmly into receptacle.

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Disconnecting Cylinder
Hoses

CAUTION: Push
SCV lever lockout to
the right (transport
lock) before detaching
implements to prevent
implement movement
and possible personal
injury.
A-Lever
Lower implement to ground
before disconnecting
cylinder hoses.

Push lever (A) down slightly

to relieve any pressure build-
up of trapped oil before
removing hoses.

Pull hose straight out from

receptacle.

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Adjusting Rate of Cylinder or

Motor Operation

CAUTION: Excessive operating

speed may cause injury or machine
damage.

NOTE: If metering valve knob is difficult to

turn, check for dirt build-up below the
 knob.

Adjust rate of operation by turning the A-Metering Valve Knob

metering valve knob (A). Turning metering
valve knob counterclockwise increases the
rate, and clockwise decreases the rate.

NOTE: Reducing oil flow rate may be

required with some implements if
detent kicks out before end of cycle.

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Hydraulic Valves

A-Selective Control B-Loader Valves C-Electro-Hydraulic

Valves Valve

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SCV Symbol Definitions

These symbols appear on SCV control

knobs.

A-Read Operator's Manual

B-Hydraulic Motor (Continuous Detent)
C-Remote Cylinder (Automatic Detent)
D-Lever (No Detent)
E-Loader (No Detent)

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SCV Lever Detent Operation

Three-Position SCV - (A)

Function of Lever
Knob Position Detent

Turn Clockwise to Automatic Detent-lever

Detent Stop (C) returns automatically
when cylinder reaches
end of stroke

Center (D) No Detent-lever

returns to neutral when
released

Turn Continuous Detent-

Counterclockwise lever must be manually
to Detent Stop (E) returned to neutral

Two-Position SCV - (B)

Function of Lever
Knob Position Detent

Turn Clockwise to No Detent-lever

Detent Stop (F) returns to neutral when
released

Turn Continuous Detent-

Counterclockwise lever must be manually
to Detent Stop (G) returned to neutral

A-Three Position SCV

B-Two Position SCV
C-Detent Stop
D-Center
E-Detent Stop
F-Detent Stop
G-Detent Stop

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Operating Loader
Using SCV

CAUTION: Help
prevent personal
injury or death caused
by objects falling on
the operator. When
using SCV to operate
loader (tractor not
equipped with single-
lever control), SCV
must be in loader (no
detent) position (A).
Movement of the
control lever to the
detent position may
cause the loader to
raise to full height
unexpectedly and the
load to fall back on the
operator.

A-Loader (No Detent)

Position

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SCV Lever Lockout

CAUTION: Push SCV lever

lockout to the right (transport lock)
before attaching or detaching
implements to prevent implement
movement and possible personal
injury.

SCV lever lockouts (A) have three

position settings:
A-SCV Lever Lockouts
• Left-Full Lever Travel
• Center-Float Lockout
• Right-Transport Lock

Each SCV lever has four positions-

Neutral, Extend, Retract, and Float.

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Single Lever Control
Lockout

CAUTION: Turn
single lever control
lockout to the lock
symbol (transport
lock) before attaching
or detaching
implements to prevent
implement movement
and possible personal
injury.

Single lever control lockout

can be locked in neutral to
prevent unintentional
movement; rotate ring to
lock symbol.

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 SCV Lever-Neutral
Position

Neutral holds remote

cylinder in position.

When the automatic detent

mode is selected, the SCV
lever will return to neutral at
the end of cylinder stroke.

Levers (A) in extend or

retract position
automatically return to
neutral when the engine is
stopped. Float position will
remain detented when the
engine is stopped.

A-Levers

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SCV Lever-Extend Position

Pull lever (A) slightly to rear of neutral.

This slowly extends cylinder. Lever returns
to neutral when released.

Pull the lever all the way rearward to

extend the remote cylinder at maximum
rate. Detent operation mode depends on the
SCV detent selected. (See SCV LEVER
DETENT OPERATION, in this Section).

A-Lever

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SCV Lever-Retract Position

Push lever (A) slightly forward of neutral.

This slowly retracts cylinder. Lever returns
to neutral when released.

Push the lever forward to the first detent

notch to retract the remote cylinder at
maximum rate. Detent operation mode
depends on the SCV detent selected. (See
SCV LEVER DETENT OPERATION, in
this Section).

A-Lever

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SCV Lever-Float Position

Move the SCV lever lockout (A) to the left

position to allow full lever travel.

Push SCV lever (B) all the way forward to

float position. Cylinder is free to extend or
retract, letting implement follow ground.

Cycle cylinder fully in both directions after

being used in the float position to insure
cylinder is filled with oil.

A-Lockout
B-SCV Lever

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Adjusting Detent Relief
Setting (Three-Position
SCV)

NOTE: Detent relief setting

on all SCVs is factory
adjusted to 17 500-18
500 kPa (180 bar) 2700
psi pressure. With some
implements, increasing
the relief setting above
the factory setting may
result in the detent not A-Plug
releasing.

Remove plug (A) and insert

a standard screwdriver to
adjust setting. Turn screw
clockwise to increase
pressure and
counterclockwise to decrease
pressure. One full turn will
change pressure setting 5500
kPa (55 bar) 825 psi.

1. Disconnect hoses from

SCV.

2. Turn detent selector knob

clockwise to the Automatic
Detent Position .

3. Adjust screw until lever

will hold.

4. Slowly loosen screw until

the lever releases, then
loosen 3/8 addition turn.

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Using Low-Pressure
Return Circuit

The electro-hydraulic hitch

valve has a convenient port
(A) to access the tractor
hydraulic sump.

Examples of implements
which cannot withstand high
pressure applied to both
ports are:

• Hydraulic motors
which have the return
A-Port
and case drain ports
connected. Failure of
the motor housing or
shaft seals may result
if the return line is
pressurized
• Remote hydraulic
valves located on the
implement may allow
unexpected
movement of
cylinders if the return
port is pressurized.

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Using Hydraulic Motor
Return

Hydraulic motor return kit

provides a convenient port to
access the tractor low
pressure return circuit.

Remove cap from hydraulic

motor return coupler (A).
Connect return hose to
coupler, making sure hose
end and coupler are clean. A-Coupler

Using the motor

return coupler will
prevent:

• Inadvertent reverse
operation
• Pressurization of
auxiliary function
return line
• Potential flow
checking of the
return-side SCV
coupling

NOTE: Motors without

overrunning check
valves should be
connected to the motor
return coupler to prevent
return line
pressurization when SCV
is returned to neutral.

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Using Power-Beyond
Valve and Couplers

Remove caps from power-

beyond valve couplers.
Connect hoses from
hydraulic motor or other
equipment requiring an
independent control valve,
making sure hose ends and
couplers are clean.

A-Pressure Port
B-Return Port
C-Load-Sense Port

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Using Load-Sensing Hydraulic System-Power-Beyond

Power-Beyond is used as a • No other SCV outlet is

pressure/flow source for auxiliary available
functions equipped with independent
flow control valves. Use Power- Power-Beyond functions require a
Beyond when: "load-sense" signal to regulate pump
pressure, therefore, a "load-sense"
• Tractor SCV control is not hydraulic line is used. Certain
needed equipment may require
• Implement control valve modification. (See your John Deere
requires external load sense Dealer.)
signal to prevent pump
operation at high pressure

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Examples Using Load-
Sensing Hydraulic
System-Power-Beyond

Example 1 -Control valves

with a load sense port can be
operated manually or by
solenoids. These valves
provide a load-sense signal to
tractor hydraulic system.

Example 2 -Regular control Example 1

valve directs oil into either of
two circuits, only one
requiring pressure above
2600 kPa (26.0 bar) (380
psi). Connect load-sense line
to circuit requiring pressure.

IMPORTANT: Circuit
allows cylinder "leak-
down" through load-
sense line (C). If
leakage is not
acceptable for
operation, use Example
Example 2
3.

A common example would

A-Pressure Line
be a wagon lift cylinder
B-Return Line
where load is supported by
C-Load-Sense Line
mechanical stops in the full
D-Control Valve
down position-load-sense
E-Cylinder
line signals pump when
increased pressure is needed.
Pressure remains low when
not needed.

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Example 3 -Regular control
valve directs oil into either of
two circuits, either requiring
high pressure. Connect load-
sense line to pressure line
before control valve.

NOTE: System maintains a

maximum pressure of
20 000 kPa (200 bar)
(2900 psi) as long as
Power- Beyond hoses are Example 3
connected. If other
functions are operating
at continuous flow,
increased hydraulic oil
temperature may result.

A common example would

be a folding implement,
where pressure is needed to
extend or retract cylinders.
Disconnect Power-Beyond
hoses when not in use.

Example 4 -Pressure-
compensated flow control Example 4
valve is used to regulate
hydraulic motor speed or
flow. Connect load-sense line
to pressure line after control
valve.

NOTE: Motor speed may

fluctuate when other
functions cause
hydraulic system
pressure change. This
condition is normal. To
prevent fluctuations,
install a pressure-
compensated flow
control valve.
A-Pressure Line
B-Return Line
C-Load-Sense Line
D-Control Valve
E-Cylinder
F-Pressure-compensated
Flow Valve
G-Hydraulic Motor

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Using Implement Requiring Large Volumes of Oil

NOTE: Implements with large Cycle all implement cylinders after

hydraulic cylinders (such as starting tractor.
dump wagons) can remove
substantial volumes of hydraulic Check the transmission-hydraulic oil
oil from the transmission- level. (See CHECKING
hydraulic system of the tractor. TRANSMISSION-HYDRAULIC
OIL LEVEL, in the Lubrication
This Volume is Section).
If Oil Level Available for
Reads: Implement: Add oil if required.

Lower the implement and retract the

Add Mark- 12 L (3.2 gal) cylinders to return oil to reservoir.
Engine Off
Full Mark- 19 L (5.0 gal) Recheck oil level after removing
Engine Off implement.
Add Mark- 21 L (5.5 gal)
Drain excess oil if necessary.
Engine Running
Full Mark- 30 L (7.9 gal)
Engine Running

IMPORTANT: Power loss and

excess heat generation can
result if the additional
hydraulic oil is not removed
after using the implement.
 "Raise" function and
"extend" function of SCVs
may be disabled if too much
oil is removed.

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Adjusting Drawbar Height and

Length

Height of drawbar is adjusted by turning

offset (A) up or down. Remove the
clevis assembly and slide drawbar out
and turn it over.

Install drawbar and attach clevis

assembly to the top of the drawbar.

IMPORTANT: Observe drawbar load

limitations. Strain is greatly
increased by speed and rough
terrain. Maximum vertical load
should not exceed:

• 1430 kg (3150 lb)-Extended

Position
• 2850 kg (6280 lb)-Short
Position

Remove nut (B) and retaining pin (C) to A-Offset

adjust drawbar length. B-Nut
C-Retaining Pin
Slide drawbar (D) to desired position. D-Drawbar
Install drawbar retaining pin and tighten
hex nut to 410 Nm (300 lb-ft).

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Operating Clevis Assembly

IMPORTANT: Remove clevis assembly

when using PTO-driven equipment.

Clevis (A) must be attached ONLY to top

of drawbar. If the drawbar is turned over,
remove the clevis assembly and attach to
top of drawbar.

Connect implement to drawbar, using pin

of clevis assembly.

A-Clevis

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Positioning Drawbar

CAUTION: To avoid
personal injury use
locking pins to hold
drawbar stationary
when operating PTO-
driven implements.

Remove locking pins (A)

and slide drawbar to desired
position.

Install drawbar locking pins.

A-Locking Pins

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Attaching PTO-Driven
Implement

CAUTION:
Entanglement in
rotating driveline can
cause serious injury or
death. stop the engine
and allow the PTO
driveline to stop before
making adjustments,
connections, or
cleaning of PTO-driven
equipment.

Keep PTO shield and

driveline shields in
place at all times. Make
sure rotating shields
turn freely.

Wear close fitting

clothing. Stop the
engine and be sure
PTO driveline is
stopped before making
A-PTO Shaft-to-Pin Hole Distance
adjustments,
connections, or
cleaning PTO-driven
equipment.

High-inertia
implements do not
completely stop the
moment the PTO
switch is moved to the
disengaged position.
Allow sufficient time
for implement to stop
after disengaging the
PTO.

Lock drawbar in center

position and remove clevis
assembly.

Turn drawbar so offset is

downward.

PTO Shaft
End to
Hitch Pin
PTO Shaft Hole (A)

540 rpm - 6 350 mm

splines (14.0 in.)
1000 rpm - 21 400 mm
splines (16.0 in.)

Attach implement to drawbar

before connecting PTO drive
line. If implement will be
connected to quick-coupler,
be sure drawbar will not
interfere.

Connect drive line to PTO

shaft. Turn shaft slightly by
hand, to line up splines. If
the PTO splines do not align,
keep the engine shut off and
move the shiftable PTO
lever, if equipped, to a
position marked with "N"
and then turn PTO shaft
manually to the correct
position. Be sure yoke is in
correct position and firmly
locked.

Move PTO shield door to

center position.

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Operating Front or
Rear PTO

CAUTION: Avoid
personal injury. Stop
the engine and allow
the PTO driveline to
stop before adjusting,
connecting, or cleaning
PTO-driven
equipment.

Always disengage the

PTO when not in use.

IMPORTANT: Prevent
damage to front PTO.
Limit peak implement A-Rear PTO Control
draw on front PTO to B-Front PTO Control
118 kW (160 hp) and
continuous output to 81
kW (110 hp).

PTO can be engaged or

disengaged without
operating the clutch pedal.

NOTE: PTO and Service

Alert indicators will
flash and a warning
signal will sound when
operator leaves seat with
PTO engaged. PTO
does not disengage
while operator is absent
from the seat.

Push down and forward on

PTO switch to engage PTO
clutch. PTO indicator on
display panel will show PTO
engagement.

Pull back PTO switch to

disengage clutch and PTO
brake will engage
automatically.

NOTE: If the engine is

stopped and then
restarted while the PTO
is engaged, the PTO will
not operate. Disengage,
then engage the PTO.

Cold Weather Operation

Normal engagement of PTO

takes less than 5 seconds.
Extreme cold may require
PTO switch to be cycled
several times.

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Using External PTO
Switch-If Equipped

Rear PTO can be operated

away from operator's
position. 1 First, press
preselector switch (A). Rear
PTO indicator will light on
front console. Second, push
down and forward on PTO
switch (B). The PTO will not
start at this point; a
continuous audible warning
will sound and the hazard
warning lights will flash.

Third, press external PTO

switch (C). Rear PTO will
slowly start. Hazard warning
lights will go out and turn
signal light (D) will remain
on.

• Release external PTO

switch within 4
seconds. PTO will A-Preselector Switch
slow to a stop. A B-Rear PTO Switch
continuous audible C-External PTO Switch
warning will sound D-Operational Light
and the hazard
warning lights will
flash.
• Press external PTO
switch for at least 4
seconds until turn
signal light goes out,
if PTO is to be
operated for a
lengthy period of
time.

Shut off rear PTO by

pressing external PTO
switch. The continuous
audible warning will sound
 intermittently and the hazard
warning lights will flash -or-
pull back rear PTO switch
inside cab.

NOTE: If rear PTO is

switched on in the cab,
the rear PTO may be
shut off at the external
PTO switch, but cannot
be switched on again
without re-entering the
cab.

1
Rear PTO can be engaged and disengaged regardless of whether tractor is equipped with HMS.

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Operating Shiftable
PTO

IMPORTANT: Make sure

selected PTO speed is
correct for the
implement attached.
Incorrect speed can
result in serious
damage to the
implement. Excessive
engine speeds can also
cause excessive PTO
speeds, resulting in
implement damage.

PTO gear ratio can be

changed by shift lever (A).
Lever positions and PTO
speeds are as follows:

• Rearward (B)-540
rpm
• Middle (C)-540 rpm
• Forward (D)-1000
rpm A-Shift Lever
B-Rearward Position
IMPORTANT: Do not C-Middle Position
attempt to shift PTO D-Forward Position
speeds when PTO shaft E-PTO Switch
is turning or the PTO F-Display
clutch is engaged.
Damage to PTO shift
collars may result.

Push down and forward on

PTO switch (E) to engage
PTO clutch. PTO indicator
will show PTO engagement.

CAUTION: Avoid
personal injury. The
engine must be stopped
when implement is
 being connected. With
lever in the "N"
position(s), the PTO
shaft can be turned by
hand to facilitate drive
shaft connection.

PTO speed display (F) will

show the actual rpm of the
PTO shaft. Use the following
table for safe operating
speeds, if the implement
operator manual does not
specify allowable speeds.

Maximum
Indicated PTO
PTO Speed Overspeed

540 rpm 630 rpm

540E rpm 687 rpm
1000 rpm 1170 rpm

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Using Rear PTO Shield

CAUTION: Avoid personal

injury. Put the PTO shield in
correct position at all times.
Do not use shield as a step.

Normal position of the PTO shield is

in lowered position (A). Drawbar
visibility is improved for attaching
an implement. Normal Position

PTO shield must be in the center

position (B) for use with PTO-
driven implements. Install cover
over the shaft (C) when the PTO is
not in use.

Lift shield to raised position (D), to

provide clearance while connecting
implement drive line to the PTO
shaft.

Put PTO shield in center position

before engaging PTO.
Center Position
To connect an implement with an
old-style tunnel shield, slot (E) must
be cut in the PTO shield. Cut from
the edge of the shield to the small
hole.

Raised Position
Using Front PTO Shield

Normal position for the PTO

shield is in the lowered
position (A).

Install cover (B) over the

shaft when the PTO is not in
use.

NOTE: Use the lowered

position when installing
QUIK-TATCH ™
weights.

Lift shield to raised position

(C) when connecting
implement drive line to the
PTO shaft.

A-Lowered Position
B-Cover
C-Raised Position
QUIK-TATCH is a trademark of Deere &
Company. AG,RX15494,3469 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Changing PTO Stub Shaft

CAUTION: Avoid personal

injury. PTO shaft may be hot
from operation. Allow shaft to
cool before changing.

IMPORTANT: Implements can be

operated at 540 rpm only if the
power input never exceeds 56 kW
(75 hp). Operating PTO at lower
speeds under heavy load could
damage PTO.

NOTE: The 1000 rpm stub shaft has 21

splines for heavy PTO loads. The
 540 rpm stub shaft has 6 splines for
loads requiring less than 56 PTO
kW (75 hp).

Rotate ends of snap ring to align with

flat surface of PTO stub shaft.

Remove snap ring (A) and pull out shaft

(B).

Clean stub shaft thoroughly, coat splines

with grease to prevent rust and install
into housing. A-Snap Ring
B-Shaft
540 rpm shaft - rotate shaft back and C-Bore
forth while installing, to ensure shaft is
properly seated in housing; continue to
push shaft in while installing snap ring.

1000 rpm shaft - rotate shaft back and

forth while installing until engagement
is felt.

NOTE: Shaft is properly engaged when

shaft turns with high effort.

Install snap ring in groove to retain PTO

stub shaft. Align ends of ring with flat
surface of shaft.

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage to

PTO. Clean bore (C) thoroughly
when installing PTO shaft for
1000 rpm use.

RF30435,0000ACD -19-31JAN01-1/1

General Performance Guidelines

Attaining Optimum Performance NOTE: See Wheels, Tires, and

Treads Section for inflation
Before adding ballast to your pressure charts.
tractor, consider these
important factors to attain Selecting Ballast Carefully
 optimum performance:
NOTE: Radial-ply and bias-ply tires
• Total tractor weight and use same ballasting procedures.
static weight split (percent of
static weight on front and Factors Determining
rear axles) Amount of Ballast
• Type of ballast used (cast
weight or liquid) • Soil surface-loose or firm
• Tire inflation pressures • Type of implement-
integral/semi-integral or
Recommended Weight Split towed
• Travel speed-slow or fast
Tractor should be weighed to • Tractor power output-partial
accurately determine amount and or full load
type of ballast. Weight should be • Tires-single or over-size
distributed depending on how tractor
is equipped and the conditions in Pulling a lighter load at a higher
which it will be operated. speed is more economical and more
efficient than pulling heavier loads
NOTE: Ideal weight split is 35 at a lower speed.
percent front, 65 percent rear,
of total tractor weight. Too Little Too Much
Ballast Ballast
Correct Ballast

Use no more ballast than necessary, Excessive wheel Soil compaction

and adjust ballast as tractor use spin
changes. Power loss Power loss
Tire wear Increased load
For correct ballast, measure amount Fuel waste Fuel waste
of travel reduction (% slip) of the
Lower Lower
drive wheels. Under normal field
productivity productivity
conditions, travel reduction should
be 8-12 percent. Add more weight to
drive wheels if slip is excessive. If
there is less than minimum percent
slip, ballast should be removed, Ballast Limitations
unless needed for stability.
IMPORTANT: Tractor weight
Correct ballast allows for most exceeding heavy ballast limits
efficient use of tractor's available should be avoided and may
power and will not make up for an void the warranty due to
implement which is too big for the "overload" conditions.
tractor. Adding ballast will not
improve performance, if engine Ballast should be limited by the
lowest of either tire capacity or
speed falls below rated speed and/or tractor capacity. Carrying capacity
wheel slip is not beyond the of each tire should not be exceeded.
recommended range. If a greater amount of weight is
needed, a larger single tire or duals
Correct Inflation Pressure should be considered.

Inflate tires to correct pressure to

carry load on each axle for optimum
tractive performance.

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Ballasting for Engine Horsepower

A guide in ballasting tractors is to correct average wheel slip to

use PTO horsepower combined with maintain optimum tractive
the kind of ballast needed for a performance.
particular job-light, medium or
heavy ballast. Start the process of Add more weight if slip is
ballasting with the lightest ballast excessive. Remove weight if there is
that may do the job. Then add less than minimum percent slip.
ballast as needed to get performance
desired. If implement pull at full load is 8.7
km/h (5.4 mph) or more, tractor may
NOTE: Correct weight split must be operate unballasted. Medium ballast
maintained when adding or is a better choice, if operating at full
removing ballast. Cast weight is load between 7.7 and 8.7 km/h (4.8
preferred to get the best tractive and 5.4 mph). Heavy ballast should
performance. only be used for the few implements
(such as deep rippers) which require
Ballast levels are based on the full-load traction below 7.2 km/h
following travel speeds: (4.5 mph).

Light Medium Heavy IMPORTANT: To extend

8.7 km/h 7.7 km/h 7.2 km/h drivetrain life, never add
(5.4 mph) (4.8 mph) (4.5 mph) ballast that results in
continuous full-power loads
below 6.6 km/h (4.1 mph).

Tractors Equipped with

More or less weight will be needed,
AutoPowr Transmission
if different travel speeds are used.
Higher speeds do not require as
Overballasting will not cause the
much weight. The final indication of
engine to labor due to the automatic
correct ballast is wheel slip
shifting capability of the AutoPowr
measured in the field. transmission. Apply the same
guidelines for determining
NOTE: Radar is recommended to maximum ballast in order to extend
continually monitor wheel slip. drivetrain life and to avoid excessive
Checking wheel slip manually is soil compaction.
possible but will only show slip
in one area of the field. Field
conditions vary from one area
to the other and it is necessary
to maintain the

AG,RX15494,3473 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Controlling Power HOP-MFWD Tractors

Power hop is a condition where the 2. Remove any liquid ballast in rear
tractor exhibits severe bounce and/or tires and replace with rear cast
jump at field working speeds under weight equivalent, if power hop
16 km/h (10 mph), and is associated remains a problem.
with tractors pulling towed
implements at medium to high draft 3. Install up to 75 percent liquid fill
loads in loose, dry soil on top of a in front tires and remove an
firm base and/or when climbing equivalent amount of front cast
hills. As a result, the tractor cannot weight to maintain recommended
maintain pull due to either loss of weight split, if power hop remains a
traction, rough ride, or both. problem.

Make the following adjustments to 4. See your John Deere Dealer if

inflation pressures, only after power hop remains a problem.
following the performance
guidelines, (recommended weight IMPORTANT: Tire inflation
split, correct ballast, and correct pressures and ballasting may
inflation pressures): need to be changed when
operating conditions change.
IMPORTANT: Front tire pressure For example, when tractor is
should not exceed 41 kPa (0.4 being used with hitch-
bar) (6 psi) more than the mounted implements, rear tire
maximum rated inflation inflation may need to be
pressure shown on tire side increased from the
recommended levels for pull-
 wall. type implements and
decreased when removing
1. Increase front tire pressure in 14 hitch-mounted implements.
kPa (0.1 bar) (2 psi) increments
over the rated pressure until power
hop is controlled. Rear tire inflation
pressures should remain at rated
pressures for the load.

AG,RX15494,3474 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Unballasted Tractor Weight Chart

WHEEL SIZE 7710 Options 7810 Options

650/75R34

FRONT - kg (lb) 2300 (5062) 2300 (5062)

REAR - kg (lb) 4471 (9836) 4471 (9836)
TOTAL 6772 (14898) 6772 (14898)
FRONT % 34 % 34 %
REAR % 66 % 66 %

20.8-38 Cast

FRONT - kg (lb) 2295 (5050) 2295 (5050)

REAR - kg (lb) 4628 (10203) 4628 (10203)
TOTAL 6923 (15263) 6923 (15263)
FRONT % 33 % 33 %
REAR % 67 % 67 %

520/85R38 Cast

FRONT - kg (lb) 2271 (4996) 2271 (4996)

REAR - kg (lb) 4588 (10115) 4588 (10115)
TOTAL 6859 (15121) 6859 (15121)
FRONT % 33 % 33 %
REAR % 67 % 67 %

20.8R42 Cast

FRONT - kg (lb) 2298 (5056) 2298 (5056)

REAR - kg (lb) 4718 (10401) 4718 (10401)
TOTAL 7016 (15468) 7016 (15468)
FRONT % 33 % 33 %
REAR % 67 % 67 %

AG,RX15494,3475 -19-19JAN00-1/2

WHEEL SIZE 7710 Options 7810 Options

620/70R42 Cast

FRONT - kg (lb) 2326 (5116) 2326 (5116)

REAR - kg (lb) 4799 (10580) 4799 (10580)
TOTAL 7125 (15708) 7125 (15708)
FRONT % 33 % 33 %
REAR % 67 % 67 %

710/70R38 Cast

FRONT - kg (lb) 2405 (5292) 2405 (5292)

REAR - kg (lb) 4790 (10560) 4790 (10560)
TOTAL 7195 (15862) 7195 (15862)
FRONT % 33.5 % 33.5 %
REAR % 66.5 % 66.5 %
650/65R42 Cast

FRONT - kg (lb) 2455 (5204) 2455 (5204)

REAR - kg (lb) 4799 (10580) 4799 (10580)
TOTAL 7254 (15992) 7254 (15992)
FRONT % 33 % 33 %
REAR % 67 % 67 %

AG,RX15494,3475 -19-19JAN00-2/2

Ballasting Guide
MODEL 7710 7810
TYPE OF
BALLAST Light Medium Heavy Light Medium Heavy
kg/Eng-kW 73 79 88 73 79 88
(lbs/Eng-hp) (45) (48) (54) (45) (48) (54)
Total kg 8444 9148 10204 9534 10329 11520
Total (lbs) (18600) (20150) (22475) (21000) (22750) (25375)
RECOMMENDED WEIGHT SPLIT (%)
IMPLEMENT T SI I T SI I
a
Front/Rear 35/65 35/65 40/60 35/65 35/65 40/60a
ALLOWABLE SLIP (%)
Percentage of 8-12 8-12
Slip
a
Front weight requirements are determined by the weight of the hitch-
mounted implement. Enough front weight needs to be added to maintain
steering control of the tractor.

T Towed SI Semi-Integral I Integral

AG,RF30435,2721 -19-23AUG00-1/1
Measuring Wheel Slip-Manually

NOTE: Tractors equipped with optional

radar unit can automatically
determine the percentage of wheel
slip. Radar must be calibrated
correctly. (See Controls and
Instruments Section).

1. Mark a rear tire.

2. Mark a starting point on the ground

with the tractor moving and implement
lowered in the ground.

3. Follow tractor and mark the ground

again where marked tire completes 10
full revolutions.

4. Repeat procedure with implement

raised at the same working speed. Count
revolutions between same two marks.

5. Use the second count procedure and

the chart to determine slippage (8-12
percent is ideal).

6. Adjust ballast or load to give correct

slippage.

NOTE: Available horsepower is greatly

reduced when wheel slip drops
below minimum percent.

Wheel Slippage Chart

Wheel % Result
Revolutions Slip
(Step 4)

10 Remove
9-1/2 5 Ballast

9 10 Proper
8-1/2 15 Ballast
 8 20 Add
7-1/2 25 Ballast
7 30

AG,RX15494,3477 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Determining Maximum Ballast

IMPORTANT: To extend drive train Tractors Equipped with MFWD

life and avoid excessive soil
compaction and rolling resistance, Tractors with MFWD should have
avoid adding too much ballast. adequate ballast to properly load front
wheels. Remove ballast when it is no
Do not overload tires. If maximum longer needed. When using front-wheel
weight shown in chart is not enough drive, ballast may be increased to allow
for safety, reduce load or install continuous full power operation in 7th
heavier ply tires. gear (Powershift) or B-1 (PowrQuad).

Tractors Equipped with Two-Wheel Tractors Equipped with AutoPowr

Drive Transmission

Ballast should never exceed the weight Overballasting will not cause the engine to
required to provide traction for continuous labor due to the automatic shifting
full power loads in 8th gear (Powershift) capability of the AutoPowr transmission.
or B-2 (PowrQuad) in two-wheel drive Apply the same guidelines for determining
operation. maximum ballast in order to extend
drivetrain life and to avoid excessive soil
compaction.

AG,RX15494,3478 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Maximum Load Per Wheel

FRONT REAR

TIRE LOAD 30 km/h 40 km/h TIRE LOAD 30 km/h 40 km/h

SIZE RATING (19 mph) (25 mph) SIZE RATING (19 mph) (25 mph)

16.9R28 136A8 2400 kg 2240 kg 20.8R38 153A8 3910 kg 3650 kg

(5280 lb) (4940 lb) (8610 lb) (8050 lb)
16.9R30 137A8 2460 kg 2300 kg 20.8R42 155A8 4150 kg 3875 kg
(5420 lb) (5070 lb) (9150 lb) (8540 lb)
16.9R30 144A8 3000 kg 2800 kg 520/85R38 155A8 4150 kg 3875 kg
(6610 lb) (6170 lb) (9150 lb) (8540 lb)
420/85R28 139A8 2600 kg 2430 kg 620/70R42 160A8 4810 kg 4500 kg
(5720 lb) (5350 lb) (10600 lb) (9910 lb)
480/70R28 140A8 2680 kg 2500 kg 650/65R42 158A8 4550 kg 4250 kg
(6900 lb) (5510 lb) (10300 lb) (9370 lb)
480/70R30 141A8 2760 kg 2575 kg 650/75R34 162A8 5080 kg 4750 kg
(6070 lb) (5680 lb) (11200 lb) (10470 lb)
480/70R30 152A8 3800 kg 3550 kg 650/75R38 16A 6200 kg 5800 kg
(8380 lb) (7830 lb) (13700 lb) (12800 lb)
540/65R30 143A8 2920 kg 2725 kg 710/70R38 166A8 5670 kg 5300 kg
(6430 lb) (6000 lb) (12500 lb) (11680 lb)
600/65R28 147A8 3290 kg 3075 kg
(7250 lb) (6780 lb)

AG,RX15494,3479 -19-28SEP01-1/1
Using Liquid
Ballast

CAUTION:
Installing
liquid ballast
requires
special
equipment
and training.
See your
John Deere
Dealer or a
tire service
store.

IMPORTANT:
NEVER fill
any tire to
more than 90
percent full.
More solution
could damage
tires.

Use of water or
calcium chloride
solution can be
used to provide
economical
ballast. Used
properly, it will
not damage tires,
tubes, or rims.
However, liquid
ballast is not
recommended
because it results
in harsh ride,
difficulty in
handling, spills if
flats occur, and
when used in rear
tires can result in
greater
susceptibility to
power hop.

CAUTION:
Avoid
possible
injury due to
losing control
of tractor.
Limit
transport
speeds to 30
km/h (19
mph) when
using liquid
ballast. Do
not use liquid
ballast in
tires rated 50
km/h.

A calcium
chloride mixture
of 420 g per liter
(3.5 lb per gal) of
water will not
freeze solid above
-45°C (-50°F) or a
mixture of 600 g
per liter (5.0 lb per
gal) will not freeze
solid above -50°C
(-60°F).

NOTE: Use of
alcohol as
liquid ballast
is not
recommended.

Liquid ballast
should be avoided
in rear tires since
it has a stiffening
effect that causes
the tractor to give
a rough ride and
generally reduces
ability to control
power hop. If
liquid is used in
the rear tires, all
tires on the axle
must be filled to
the same
level which should
not exceed 40
percent fill.

Up to 75 percent
fill may be used in
MFWD front tires
for weight or to
provide stiffness to
assist in power
hop control. Do
this as a last
alternative.

Fill front tires to

40 or 75 percent
full for needed
ballast.
Fill rear tires to
maximum of 40
percent full. More
solution could
result in harsh
ride. Chart shows
how much fluid
each tire size
holds when filled
to 40 percent
capacity and 75
percent capacity.

RF30435,0000045 -19-14MAY01-1/1
 FRONT TIRES REAR TIRES
LIQUID WEIGHT PER TIRE LIQUID WEIGHT PER TIRE

TIRE 420 g/L 600 g/L 420 g/L 600 g/L TIRE 420 g/L 600 g/L 420 g/L 600 g/L
SIZE (3.5 lb/gal) (5.0 lb/gal) (3.5 lb/gal) (5.0 lb/gal) SIZE (3.5 lb/gal) (5.0 lb/gal) (3.5 lb/gal) (5.0 lb/gal)
40 PERCENT 75 PERCENT 40 PERCENT 75 PERCENT
FILL FILL FILL FILL

16.9R28 158 169 297 317 20.8R38 345 368 646 690
(348) (372) (654) (698) (759) (810) (1421) (1518)
16.9R30 178 190 334 357 20.8R42 363 387 680 726
(392) (418) (735) (786) (799) (851) (1496) (1597)
420/85R28 158 169 297 317 520/85R38 345 368 646 690
(348) (372) (654) (698) (759) (810) (1421) (1518)
480/70R28 171 183 321 343 620/70R42 411 439 771 823
(376) (403) (706) (755) (904) (966) (1696) (1811)
480/70R30 181 194 340 363 650/65R42 401 429 752 805
(398) (427) (748) (799) (882) (944) (1654) (1771)
540/65R30 197 210 370 393 650/75R34 400 427 750 800
(433) (462) (814) (865) (880) (939) (1650) (1760)
600/65R28 231 246 433 462 710/70R38 493 526 924 986
(509) (543) (953) (1018) (1085) (1157) (2033) (2169)

AG,RX15494,3481 -19-28SEP01-1/1
Using Rear Wheel Weights

CAUTION: Avoid possible

personal injury. When installing
weights, use appropriate equipment
or have the job performed by your
John Deere Dealer.

Weights (A) of 75 kg (165 lb) or 210 kg

(465 lb) can be installed on inside or
outside of wheel. See your John Deere
Dealer for weight use and placement.

NOTE: When using 762 mm (30 in.) tread

setting, only one 210 kg (465 lb) weight
can be installed on inside of wheel.

Install weights on wheel.

Wheel Weight Attaching Bolts -

Specification

M16 Bolt -Torque 310 Nm (230 lb-ft)

For additional weights, install bolts in

previous weight. Rotate alternate weight to
align bolts with weight holes.

Tighten bolts. Retighten after driving

approximately 100 meters (100 yd), after 3
HOURS and again after 10 HOURS of
operation. Check tightness every 250 hours.

IMPORTANT: Inside wheel weights

must have at least 25 mm (1 in.)
clearance between weight and
tractor components.

RF30435,000000F -19-22MAR01-1/1
Adding Rear Ballast-740 and
840 Loaders

CAUTION: To help prevent

personal injury or death from
tractor/loader rollover, add
recommended amount of
ballast to tractor. The amount
of ballast listed is the
minimum required for normal
loader operation. For some
operations, additional ballast
may be required to maximize
stability.

Rear Ballast a
Minimum Minimum
Ballast Per Ballast On
Loader Wheel Hitch b

740 120 kg (264 200 kg

lb) (440 lb)
840 1100 kg 1600 kg
(2420 lb) (3525 lb)

a
Minimum required with rear tread
set at 1800 mm (71 in.) or greater.
b
Ballast must be installed 1200 mm
(47.25 in.) behind rear axle.

IMPORTANT: 840 Loader is not

approved for use with Triple
Link Suspension.

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Installing QUIK-TATCH™
Weights

Quik-Tatch weights (A) weighing

50 kg (110 lb) each can be
installed.

When required, install weights,

balanced on each side of center pin
(B). The first two weights must be
installed as a pair.

To hold six weights or fewer in

position, run retaining bolts (C)
through holes from side-to-side.
Tighten to 230 Nm (170 lb-ft).

When eight more weights are

installed, insert retainers (A)
between weights, one with threaded
hole upward and the other with
threaded hole downward. Tighten
bolts to 230 Nm (170 lb-ft). A total
of 18 weights can be installed.

A-Quik-Tatch Weights
B-Center Pin
C-Retaining Bolts

QUIK-TATCH is a trademark of Deere &

Company AG,RX15494,3484 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Worksheet to Calculate Ballast Changes

IMPORTANT: Ballast should not NOTE: Complete this entire worksheet

exceed weight required to result before adding or changing any
in recommended percent slip at ballast, or air pressures.
6.6 km/h (4.1 mph) MINIMUM.
1. Determine desired weight split for your ____ %
operation. Front
2. Record desired weight of tractor (See _______
Ballasting Guide).

Front Rear Total

3. Percent of Weight Split from Step No. 1 ________ ________ ________

multiplied by Step No.2 (Desired Weight)
results in Total Front Weight. For Rear
Weight, subtract front weight from Total
Weight.

4. Weight of tractor as determined from the ________ ________ ________

Unballasted Tractor Weight Chart or weight
from scale.

5. Ballast needed (subtract tractor weight in ________ ________

Step No. 4 from desired weight in Step No. 3

6. Add ballast. ________ ________

7. Add ballast from Step No. 6 to weights ________ ________

from Step No. 4.

8. Set tire pressure for operating conditions ________

using weights from Step No. 7. (See
appropriate inflation pressure table).

NOTE: You are now ready to test for wheel slippage. See Measuring Wheel Slip.

AG,RX15494,3485 -19-28SEP01-1/1
General Wheel, Tire, and
Tread Guidelines

Reverse wheels on axles to provide

a wider range of settings by
changing rim position. Maintain
correct direction of tire rotation by
moving each wheel to opposite side
of tractor.

IMPORTANT: Tires must have

at least 25 mm (1 in.)
clearance with fenders (A). A-Fenders
Distance between tires must B-Tractor Centerline
be at least 1070 mm (42 in.)
with tires equal distances
from tractor centerline (B).

With sway blocks in upper

position (sway allowed),
minimum distance between
tires must be 1090 mm (43
in.) to prevent interference.

Check for adequate clearance

between implement rear tires.

Over inflating a radial tire reduces

machine performance. Using the
correct inflation pressures will
result in optimum tractive
performance.

CAUTION: Prevent
personal injury and tractor
instability. Never operate
with single tires having tread
width less than 1520 mm (60
in).

IMPORTANT: Do not exceed

2800 mm (110 in.) between
tires for pulling heavy loads.
Suspended Front Axle

CAUTION: Prevent
personal injury. Axle is
under accumulator pressure.
Securely support axle, using
jack stands of sufficient
capacity, before adjusting
wheels. Do NOT support or
lift tractor from center of
axle.

Raise only one side of axle at a

time and secure with a jack stand.

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Tire Inflation Pressure Guidelines

Check tire inflation pressure at front axle weight and lower

least every two weeks, while tires are implement when determining rear
cool, using an accurate dial or stick- axle weight. If tractor is equipped
type gauge having 10 kPa (0.1 bar) (1 with both a front and rear-mounted
psi) graduations. implement, raise both implements.

NOTE: Use a special air-water gauge Radial tires with tubes must have
and measure with valve stem at 80 kPa (0.8 bar) (12 psi) minimum
bottom if tires contain liquid inflation pressure.
ballast.
Managing Tire Inflation Pressures
Correctly inflated radial tires will show
a deflection of the sidewall. This is IMPORTANT: Integral implements
normal and will not harm the tire. transfer significant weight to
rear axle. Include this added
Inflation pressures less than 83 kPa weight when determining correct
(0.8 bar) (12 psi) should be monitored inflation pressures.
frequently because of the increased risk
of low pressure air leaks. Tractors operating with a loader should
increase front tire pressures 30 kPa (0.3
NOTE: Bead slip can be experienced in bar) (4 psi) above the values listed to
high-traction conditions, with compensate for weight transfer.
single tire usage. Increasing the
inflation pressure will help but will Tractors operating on steep side slopes
or furrow plowing should increase rear
 reduce traction. tire pressures 30 kPa (0.3 bar) (4 psi)
above the values listed for base
Maximum tire pressure is specified on pressures 80 kPa (0.8 bar) (12 psi) and
tire sidewall. above to compensate for lateral weight
transfer. For base pressures below 80
Determine correct tire pressure kPa (0.8 bar) (12 psi), pressure should
by weighing tractor using the be increased by 30 percent.
following procedure:
Tractors with heavy hitch-mounted
• Front axle weight with implements require increased rear tire
implement lowered inflation pressures to carry the
• Rear axle weight with increased weight during transport.
implement raised
Reduce pressures to correct pressure
Set tire inflation pressures according to for towed implement operation.
weight measured. Ballasting and tire
inflation pressure may need to be Tractors with heavy hitch-mounted
adjusted when operating conditions implements that require additional front
change. Use the inflation tire charts on cast-weights to maintain steering
the following pages. stability also require increased front tire
inflation pressure to carry the increased
IMPORTANT: Inflation pressures weight.
exceeding heavy ballast guidelines
of 145 lbs/PTO-hp (66 kg/PTO- Remove added front weight and
hp) are not recommended. Tractor reduce pressures to correct pressure
efficiency will be decreased. Use a for towed implement operation.
larger rear tire size.

NOTE: If tractor is equipped with

front-mounted implement, raise
implement when determining

AG,RX15494,3487 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Recommended Inflation Pressures-Front Tires

16.9R28 16.9R30 16.9R30 420/85R28 480/70R28

Axle 136A8 137A8 144A8 139A8 140A8
Load kPa(bar)(psi kPa(bar)(psi kPa(bar)(psi kPa(bar)(psi kPa(bar)(psi
Kg (lb) ) ) ) ) )
 2000 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 60(0.60)(9) 55(0.55)(8)
(4410)
2125 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 60(0.60)(9) 55(0.55)(8)
(4685)
2250 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 60(0.60)(9) 55(0.55)(8)
(4960)
2375 60(0.60)(9) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 60(0.60)(9) 55(0.55)(8)
(5225)
2500 70(0.70)(10) 60(0.60)(9) 60(0.60)(9) 60(0.60)(9) 55(0.55)(8)
(5510)
2625 70(0.70)(10) 70(0.70)(10) 70(0.70)(10) 60(0.60)(9) 55(0.55)(8)
(5785)
2750 75(0.75)(11) 70(0.70)(10) 70(0.70)(10) 60(0.60)(9) 60(0.60)(9)
(6060)
2875 80(0.80)(12) 75(0.75)(11) 75(0.75)(11) 60(0.60)(9) 70(0.70)(10)
(6340)
3000 90(0.90)(14) 80(0.80)(12) 80(0.80)(12) 60(0.60)(9) 70(0.70)(10)
(6615)
3125 100(1.00)(15) 90(0.90)(14) 90(0.90)(14) 70(0.70)(10) 80(0.80)(12)
(6890)
3250 100(1.00)(15) 100(1.00)(15) 100(1.00)(15) 70(0.70)(10) 85(0.85)(13)
(7165)
3375 110(1.10)(16) 110(1.10)(16) 110(1.10)(16) 80(0.80)(12) 90(0.90)(14)
(7440)
3500 120(1.20)(17) 110(1.10)(16) 110(1.10)(16) 90(0.90)(14) 100(1.00)(15)
(7715)
3625 120(1.20)(17) 120(1.20)(17) 120(1.20)(17) 90(0.90)(14) 100(1.00)(15)
(7990)
3750 130(1.30)(19) 120(1.20)(17) 120(1.20)(17) 100(1.00)(15) 110(1.00)(16)
(8265)
3875 140(1.40)(20) 140(1.40)(20) 140(1.40)(20) 110(1.10)(16) 110(1.10)(16)
(8540)
4000 150(1.50)(22) 140(1.40)(20) 140(1.40)(20) 110(1.10)(16) 120(1.20)(17)
(8820)
4125 150(1.50)(22) 150(1.50)(22) 150(1.50)(22) 120(1.20)(17) 120(1.20)(17)
(9095)
4250 160(1.60)(23) 150(1.50)(22) 150(1.50)(22) 130(1.30)(19) 130(1.30)(19)
(9370)
4375 160(1.60)(23) 160(1.60)(23) 160(1.60)(23) 140(1.40)(20) 130(1.30)(19)
(9645)
 4500 160(1.60)(23) 160(1.60)(23) 160(1.60)(23) 140(1.40)(20) 140(1.40)(20)
(9920)
4625 - 160(1.60)(23) 160(1.60)(23) 150(1.50)(22) 150(1.50)(22)
(10200)
4750 - - 180(1.80)(26) 160(1.60)(23) 150(1.50)(22)
(10475)
4875 - - 190(1.90)(28) 160(1.60)(23) 160(1.60)(23)
(10750)
5000 - - 210(2.10)(30) - 160(1.60)(23)
(11025)
5125 - - 210(2.10)(30) - -
(11300)
5250 - - 220(2.20)(32) - -
(11575)
5375 - - 230(2.30)(34) - -
(11850)
5500 - - 240(2.40)(35) - -
(12125)
5625 - - 240(2.40)(35) - -
(12400)

AG,RX15494,3488 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Recommended Inflation Pressures-Front Tires

480/70R30 480/70R30 540/65R30 600/65R28

Axle Load 141A8 152A8 143A8 147A8
Kg (lb) kPa(bar)(psi) kPa(bar)(psi) kPa(bar)(psi) kPa(bar)(psi)
 2000 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8)
(4410)
2125 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8)
(4685)
2250 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8)
(4960)
2375 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8)
(5225)
2500 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8)
(5510)
2625 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8)
(5785)
2750 60(0.60)(9) 60(0.60)(9) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8)
(6060)
2875 60(0.60)(9) 60(0.60)(9) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8)
(6340)
3000 70(0.70)(10) 70(0.70)(10) 60(0.60)(9) 55(0.55)(8)
(6615)
3125 70(0.70)(10) 70(0.70)(10) 60(0.60)(9) 55(0.55)(8)
(6890)
3250 80(0.80)(12) 80(0.80)(12) 70(0.70)(10) 55(0.55)(8)
(7165)
3375 85(0.85)(13) 85(0.85)(13) 70(0.70)(10) 60(0.60)(9)
(7440)
3500 90(0.90)(14) 90(0.90)(14) 75(0.75)(11) 60(0.60)(9)
(7715)
3625 100(1.00)(15) 100(1.00)(15) 80(0.80)(12) 70(0.70)(10)
(7990)
3750 100(1.00)(15) 100(1.00)(15) 80(0.80)(12) 70(0.70)(10)
(8265)
3875 110(1.10)(16) 110(1.10)(16) 90(0.90)(14) 75(0.75)(11)
(8540)
4000 110(1.10)(16) 110(1.10)(16) 100(1.00)(15) 80(0.80)(12)
(8820)
4125 120(1.20)(17) 120(1.20)(17) 100(1.00)(15) 80(0.80)(12)
(9095)
4250 120(1.20)(17) 120(1.20)(17) 110(1.10)(16) 85(0.85)(13)
(9370)
4375 130(1.30)(19) 130(1.30)(19) 110(1.10)(16) 90(0.90)(14)
(9645)
 4500 140(1.40)(20) 140(1.40)(20) 120(1.20)(17) 90(0.90)(14)
(9920)
4625 140(1.40)(20) 140(1.40)(20) 130(1.30)(19) 100(1.00)(15)
(10200)
4750 150(1.50)(22) 150(1.50)(22) 140(1.40)(20) 110(1.10)(16)
(10475)
4875 150(1.50)(22) 150(1.50)(22) 140(1.40)(20) 110(1.10)(16)
(10750)
5000 160(1.60)(23) 160(1.60)(23) 140(1.40)(20) 110(1.10)(16)
(11025)
5125 160(1.60)(23) 160(1.60)(23) 150(1.50)(22) 120(1.20)(17)
(11300)
5250 - 170(1.70)(25) 160(1.60)(23) 120(1.20)(17)
(11575)
5375 - 170(1.70)(25) 160(1.60)(23) 130(1.30)(19)
(11850)
5500 - 180(1.80)(26) - 130(1.30)(19)
(12125)
5625 - 190(1.90)(28) - 140(1.40)(20)
(12400)
5750 - 190(1.90)(28) - 140(1.40)(20)
(12680)
5875 - 190(1.90)(28) - 150(1.50)(22)
(12950)
6000 - 200(2.00)(29) - 150(1.50)(22)
(13230)
6125 - 200(2.00)(29) - 160(1.60)(23)
(13505)
6250 - 210(2.10)(30) - -
(13780)
6375 - 210(2.10)(30) - -
(14060)
6500 - 220(2.20)(32) - -
(14330)
6625 - 220(2.20)(32) - -
(14610)
6750 - 230(2.30)(34) - -
(14885)
6875 - 230(2.30)(34) - -
(15160)
7000 - 240(2.40)(35) - -
(15435)
 RF30435,000007F -19-31JUL01-1/1

Recommended Inflation Pressures-Rear Tires

20.8R38 20.8R42 520/85R38 620/70R42

Axle Load 153A8 155A8 155A8 160A8
Kg (lb) kPa(bar)(psi) kPa(bar)(psi) kPa(bar)(psi) kPa(bar)(psi)

3000 (6615) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 60(0.60)(9) 55(0.55)(8)

3250 (7165) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 60(0.60)(9) 55(0.55)(8)
3500 (7720) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 60(0.60)(9) 55(0.55)(8)
3750 (8270) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 60(0.60)(9) 55(0.55)(8)
4000 (8820) 60(0.60)(9) 55(0.55)(8) 60(0.60)(9) 55(0.55)(8)
4250 (9370) 70(0.60)(10) 60(0.60)(9) 60(0.60)(9) 55(0.55)(8)
4500 (9925) 75(0.70)(11) 70(0.70)(10) 60(0.60)(9) 55(0.55)(8)
4750 (10475) 80(0.80)(12) 75(0.75)(11) 60(0.60)(9) 60(0.60)(9)
5000 (11025) 90(0.90)(14) 80(0.80)(12) 60(0.60)(9) 70(0.70)(10)
5250 (11575) 100(1.00)(15) 90(0.90)(14) 70(0.70)(10) 70(0.70)(10)
5500 (12130) 110(1.10)(16) 100(1.00)(15) 80(0.80)(12) 75(0.75)(11)
5750 (12680) 110(1.10)(16) 110(1.10)(16) 90(0.90)(14) 80(0.80)(12)
6000 (13230) 120(1.20)(17) 110(1.10)(16) 100(1.00)(15) 90(0.90)(14)
6250 (13780) 130(1.30)(19) 120(1.20)(17) 110(1.10)(16) 100(1.00)(15)
6500 (14330) 140(1.40)(20) 120(1.20)(17) 120(1.20)(17) 100(1.00)(15)
6750 (14885) 150(1.50)(22) 140(1.30)(20) 130(1.30)(19) 110(1.10)(16)
7000 (15435) 160(1.60)(23) 150(1.50)(22) 140(1.40)(20) 120(1.20)(17)
7250 (15985) 160(1.60)(23) 150(1.50)(22) 150(1.50)(22) 120(1.20)(17)
 7500 (16540) - 160(1.60)(23) 160(1.60)(23) 130(1.30)(19)
7750 (17090) - 160(1.60)(23) 160(1.60)(23) 130(1.30)(19)
8000 (17640) - - - 140(1.40)(20)
8250 (18190) - - - 140(1.40)(20)
8500 (18740) - - - 150(1.50)(22)
8750 (19290) - - - 160(1.60)(23)
9000 (19845) - - - 160(1.60)(23)

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Recommended Inflation Pressures-Rear Tires

650/75R34 650/75R38 650/65R42 710/70R38

Axle Load 162A8 169A8 158A8 166A8
Kg (lb) kPa(bar)(psi) kPa(bar)(psi kPa(bar)(psi) kPa(bar)(psi)

3000 (6615) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8)

3250 (7165) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8)
3500 (7720) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8)
3750 (8270) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8)
4000 (8820) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8)
4250 (9370) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8)
4500 (9925) 60(0.60)(9) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8) 55(0.55)(8)
4750 (10475) 60(0.60)(9) 55(0.55)(8) 60(0.60)(9) 55(0.55)(8)
5000 (11025) 60(0.60)(9) 55(0.55)(8) 70(0.70)(10) 60(0.60)(9)
5250 (11575) 70(0.70)(10) 60(0.60)(9) 70(0.70)(10) 60(0.60)(9)
5500 (12130) 70(0.70)(10) 70(0.70)(10) 75(0.75)(11) 60(0.60)(9)
5750 (12680) 75(0.75)(11) 75(0.75)(11) 80(0.80)(12) 60(0.60)(9)
6000 (13230) 80(0.80)(12) 75(0.75)(11) 90(0.90)(14) 70(0.40)(10)
 6250 (13780) 85(0.85)(13) 80(0.80)(12) 100(1.00)(15) 70(0.40)(10)
6500 (14330) 90(0.90)(14) 85(0.85)(13) 100(1.00)(15) 80(0.40)(12)
6750 (14885) 100(1.00)(15) 90(0.90)(14) 110(1.10)(16) 85(0.85)(13)
7000 (15435) 110(1.10)(16) 100(1.00)(15) 120(1.20)(17) 85(0.85)(13)
7250 (15985) 110(1.10)(16) 110(1.10)(16) 130(1.30)(19) 90(0.90)(14)
7500 (16540) 120(1.20)(17) 110(1.10)(16) 130(1.30)(19) 100(1.00)(15)
7750 (17090) 120(1.20)(17) 120(1.20)(17) 140(1.40)(20) 100(1.00)(15)
8000 (17640) 130(1.30)(19) 125(1.25)(18) 150(1.50)(22) 110(1.10)(16)
8250 (18190) 140(1.40)(20) 125(1.25)(18) 160(1.60)(23) 110(1.10)(16)
8500 (18740) 140(1.40)(20) 130(1.30)(19) 160(1.60)(23) 120(1.20)(17)
8750 (19290) 150(1.50)(22) 140(1.40)(20) - 120(1.20)(17)
9000 (19845) 150(1.50)(22) 145(1.45)(21) - 130(1.30)(19)
9250 (20395) 160(1.60)(23) 150(1.50)(22) - 130(1.30)(19)
9500 (20950) 160(1.60)(23) 160(1.60)(23) - 140(1.40)(20)
9750 (21500) - 165(1.65)(24) - 140(1.40)(20)
10000 (22050) - 170(1.70)(25) - 150(1.50)(22)
10250 (22600) - 180(1.80)(26) - 160(1.60)(23)
10500 (23150) - 185(1.85)(27) - 160(1.60)(23)
10750 (23693) - 200(2.00)(29) - -
11000 (24244) - 215(2.15)(31) - -
11250 (24795) - 225(2.25)(33) - -
11500 (25346) - 240(2.40)(35) - -

RF30435,000003B -19-01MAY01-1/1

Using Correct Tire Combinations

IMPORTANT: Avoid excessive drive

CAUTION: Avoid personal injury train wear. Do not mix worn and new
and/or damage to tractor. Selecting tires, bias and radial, or tires of
incorrect tire sizes for AutoPowr different diameters. Do not use R2
tractors could cause tractor tires in combination with R1.
instability when towing implements.

When selecting tires, consider tire load

bearing capabilities and tractor top speeds.

See your John Deere Dealer for correct tire

combinations and to recalibrate ground
speed display.

RF30435,0000044 -19-14MAY01-1/1

Using Tires with 50 km/h Rating

permanent mark (indented

CAUTION: Avoid possible letter "H") on valve stem side
injury from losing control of of rim. Correct replacement
tractor. Tires rated 50 km/h tire has mark or sticker
are match-mounted to the affixed to sidewall that must
rim. mark tire and rim before line up with the "H" on rim
having tire serviced. See your when tire is mounted.
dealer for correct replacement
tires. Locate

RF30435,000006D -19-07JUN01-1/1

Clamp-on Dual Usage

IMPORTANT: Clamp-on duals are

allowed only for use on 7810 series
tractors and only when the following
conditions are met including
recommended tire sizes and
manufacturers.

• Dual wheels are used only in low

draft or PTO applications
• Maximum vehicle weight is limited
to 9100 kgs (20062 lbs)
• Rear drive wheel is cast center type
• Current wheel sleeve cap screws and
washers are replaced with cap
screws and washers contained in kit
AR184787
• Use rear wheel bolt tightening
procedure (See TIGHTENING
REAR WHEEL BOLTS, in this
section)
• Inner single wheel tread setting does
not exceed 1900 mm (75 in.)
• Outer dual wheel tread setting does
not exceed 3400 mm (134 in.)
• Average tread width of dual
combination does not exceed 2650
mm (104 in.)
• Outer tire must be of equal or
smaller size than inner tire

Tire Size Tread Design Manufacturer

20.8R38 R1W All Manufacturers

520/85R38 R1W All Manufacturers
650/65R38 R1W All Manufacturers
Goodyear and Michelin
520/85R42 R1W
(Only)
Firestone, Goodyear and
20.8R42 R1W
Michelin (Only)
Firestone, Goodyear and
620/70R42 R1W
Michelin (Only)
650/75R38 R1W Kleber (Only)
Goodyear and Michelin
650/65R42 R1W
(Only)

OURX984,000036A -19-25NOV02-1/1
Tightening Front Wheel Bolts

CAUTION: Avoid the possibility of

personal injury. Never operate
tractor with loose wheel bolts. Wheel
bolts are critical and require
retightening.

NOTE: Both inner and outer bolt patterns

of disk have one tight fit hole and
one slot fit hole 180° from each other.

Wheel Disk to Rim

Install bolt in tight fit hole (A) and hand

tighten bolt.

Install bolt in slot fit (B) and hand tighten

bolt.

Install and hand tighten remaining wheel

disk-to-rim bolts.

Tighten all bolts to 310 Nm (230 lb-ft).

Drive tractor 100 m (100 yd) and retighten

bolts.

Tighten again at 3 HOURS and 10

HOURS .

Wheel Disk to Hub A-Wheel-to-Rim Tight Fit Hole

B-Wheel-to-Rim Slot Fit Hole
Install cap screw in tight fit hole (C) and C-Disk-to-Hub Tight Fit Hole
hand tighten cap screw. D-Disk-to-Hub Slot Fit Hole

Install cap screw in slot fit hole (D) and

hand tighten cap screw.

Install and hand tighten remaining wheel

disk-to-hub cap screws.

Tighten all cap screws to 600 Nm (445 lb-

ft).

Drive tractor 100 m (100 yd) and retighten

bolts.

Tighten again at 3 HOURS and 10

HOURS .

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Tightening Rear Wheel Bolts

CAUTION: Avoid the possibility of personal injury. Never operate

tractor with loose wheel bolts. Wheel bolts are critical and require
retightening.

Tightening Sleeve Retaining Bolts

1. Install sleeve retaining bolts (A) and tighten to 204 Nm (150 lb-ft).
2. Retighten to 410 Nm (300 lb-ft).
3. Drive tractor 100 meters (100 yd), then tighten bolts (A) to 600 Nm (445
lb-ft).
4. Retighten bolts after operating 3 HOURS and 10 HOURS .

IMPORTANT: When sleeve retaining bolts (A) have been loosened,

both sleeve halves must be tightened evenly to prevent hub cracking
or bolt loosening.

Tightening Cast Wheel-to-Rim Bolts

Rear wheel rims 38 in. and larger have one bolt hole smaller than the others
and one slotted hole 180 degrees apart.

1. Install bolt in tight-fit hole and hand tighten.

2. Install bolt in slot-fit hole and hand tighten.
3. Install remaining bolts hand tight, then tighten all cast wheel-to-rim bolts
(B) to 600 Nm (445 lb-ft).
4. Retighten bolts after operating 100 meters, 3 HOURS and 10 HOURS .

A-Sleeve Retaining Bolt

... First Tightening...204 Nm (150 lb-ft)
... Second Tightening...410 Nm (300 lb-ft)
... Final Tightening...600 Nm (445 lb-ft)
B-Wheel-to-Rim ...600 Nm (445 lb-ft)
C-Wheel-to-Hub...600 Nm (445 lb-ft)

A-Sleeve Retaining Cap Scr

B-Wheel-to-Rim Cap Screw
C-Wheel-to-Hub Cap Screw
Tread Settings-Off-Set Disk (16.9R, 480/70R, and 540/65R
Tires)

NOTE: Wheel as viewed from behind left front tire. Tread settings are
measured at bottom centerline of tire.

Use diagram as a guide to set rim and disk, to obtain desired tread setting.

VALVE STEM OUT VALVE STEM IN

A- 1577 mm (62.1 in.) -

B- 1679 mm (66.1 in.) -
C- - 1780 mm (70.1 in.)
D- - 1882 mm (74.1 in.)
E- 1877 mm (73.9 in.) -
F- 1979 mm (77.9 in.) -
G- - 2080 mm (81.9 in.)
H- - 2182 mm (85.9 in.)

After setting wheel spacing, tighten rim-to-disk bolts to 310 Nm (230 lb-ft)
and disk-to-hub nuts to 600 Nm (445 lb-ft).

Adjust fenders and steering stop positions as required.

Tread Settings-Off-Set Disk (600/65R Tires)

NOTE: Wheel as viewed from behind left front tire. Tread settings are
measured at bottom centerline of tire.

Use diagram as a guide to set rim and disk, to obtain desired tread setting.

VALVE STEM OUT VALVE STEM IN

A- - -
B- - -
C- 1780 mm (70.1 in.) -
D- 1882 mm (74.1 in.) -
E- - 1877 mm (73.9 in.)
F- - 1979 mm (77.9 in.)
G- 2080 mm (81.9 in.) -
H- 2182 mm (85.9 in.) -

IMPORTANT: DO NOT exceed the maximum weight per wheel listed

below:

Tread Setting Maximum Weight Per Wheel

1679 mm (66.1 in.) 2750 kg (6060 lb)

2080 mm (81.9 in.) 2800 kg (6170 lb)
2182 mm (85.9 in.) 2475 kg (5460 lb)

After setting wheel spacing, tighten rim-to-disk bolts to 310 Nm (230 lb-ft)
and disk-to-hub nuts to 600 Nm (445 lb-ft).

Adjust fenders and steering stop positions as required.

Checking and Adjusting Toe-In

1. Disengage MFWD and park tractor on smooth, level surface.

Straighten front wheels. Stop engine.

2. Measure distance between centerline of tires at the hub level in front

of axle, using an outside bar of each tire or an inside bar of each tire.
Mark the point that is measured.

3. Drive forward 180°.

4. Repeat step 2 at rear of tire, at same point.

5. Determine the difference between front and rear measurements. The

difference may be in either direction (toe-in or toe-out), but should be
less than 3 mm (1/8 in.)

6. Loosen nut on right and left tie rod (A).

7. Rotate steering cylinder rod (B) as necessary to obtain toe-in or toe-

out of less than 3 mm (1/8 in.) Each 1/8 turn equals approximately 4
mm (3/16 in.) change.

8. Tighten each nut to 75 Nm (55 lb-ft).

NOTE: Bolt threads should point to front of tractor. A-Tie Rod

B-Steering Cylinder Rod
Setting Steering Stop Positions

1. Adjust fenders before setting steering stop positions.

2. Select correct steering stop position for tire size and tread setting.
See following chart.

3. Set steering stops to correct position by measuring bolt length, as

illustrated.

4. Tighten steering stop retaining nuts to 250 Nm (185 lb-ft).

5. Turn wheel fully to the right. Impact knuckle housing to steering

stop five times. Repeat for left side.

6. Retighten steering stop retaining nuts to 250 Nm (185 lb-ft).

IMPORTANT: These settings allow 25 mm (1 in.) minimum

clearance at maximum turn and full axle oscillation. Check
for interference with front weights, tie rods, and side frames.
Fenders may deflect against side frame, and/or grille screen
during full turn. Minimized turn radius may be obtained by
utilizing a shorter stop position.

7. Verify clearance by turning steering wheel fully to the left and then
to the right.

STEERING STOP POSITIONS

Position Turn Angle Bolt Length

52° 42 mm
1 42° 61.5 mm
2 38° 71 mm
3 34° 80 mm
4 25° 110.5 mm

Steering Stop Positions

 Tire 1577 mm 1679 mm 1780 mm 1882 mm 1877 mm 1979 m
Size (62.1in.) (66.1 in.) (70.1 in.) (74.1 in.) (73.9 in.) (78.0 in

16.9R28 NA (NA) 3 (4) 2 (4) 2 (2) 2 (2) 0 (1)

16.9R30 NA (NA) 4 (NA) 2 (4) 2 (3) 2 (3) 1 (1)
420/85R28 NA (NA) 3 (4) 2 (4) 2 (2) 2 (2) 0 (1)
480/70R28 NA (NA) 4 (4) 2 (4) 2 (3) 2 (3) 1 (2)
480/70R30 NA (NA) 4 (NA) 3 (4) 2 (4) 2 (4) 2 (2)
540/65R30 NA (NA) 4 (NA) 4 (4) 2 (4) 2 (4) 2 (3)
600/65R28 NA (NA) NA (NA) 4 (4) 2 (4) 2 (4) 2 (3)

NOTE: Steering stop positions in parentheses are for Triple Link NA Not Applicable
Suspension.
Adjusting Fenders

Position fender mounting bracket cap screws in outer holes (A) for tread
settings with rim dished IN . Use inner holes (B) with rim dished OUT .

A-Outer Holes
B-Inner Holes

Adjust fender and support bracket referring to fender setting chart. Tighten fender mounting bracket
(67 lb-ft).
Tire Size Fender Setting
Tighten upper and lower support
13.6R28 A NOTE: Fender may deflect again
Manual.
14.9R28 B
16.9R26 B Tractors with loaders may h
Operator Manual.
14.9-28 C
 14.9R28 C
16.9-26 C
16.9R28 C
320/85R34 C
420/85R28 C
480/70R28 C

14.9-30 D
14.9R34 D
16.9R30 D
600/65R28 D
Adjusting Rear Wheels-Cast

CAUTION: Avoid personal injury or death. never run the

engine with transmission in gear and rear wheels off the
ground. Front wheels on tractors with MFWD could pull
rear wheels off support. MFWD must be disengaged and
transmission in NEUTRAL position to rotate axle by hand.

1. Raise the tractor on level ground and turn wheel so the rack on
the axle is upward.

2. Loosen the lower hub center bolt against the retaining nut.
Loosen the outer hub sleeve bolts.

3. Tighten the inner jack screws on the upper and lower hub sleeves
to loosen sleeves. Tighten jack screws up to 500-600 Nm (370-
440 lb-ft) if necessary.

NOTE: If sleeves are difficult to break loose, strike end of axle with
a heavy hammer. Penetrating oil may also help. Retighten jack
screws.

4. Turn adjusting screw to slide wheel to desired position. Observe

tread width limitations.

5. Back off the jack screws all the way against the stop.

CAUTION: Never operate tractor with a loose rim, wheel,

or hub.

IMPORTANT: Keep the face of hub sleeves even to prevent hub

breakage or bolt loosening.

6. Tighten hub sleeve bolts to 204 Nm (150 lb-ft) beginning with the
center bolt in the lower hub sleeve, then criss-crossing the other
bolts. Retighten bolts to 410 Nm (300 lb-ft) using the same
tightening sequence.

Drive tractor a minimum of 100 m (100 yd) and tighten bolts to 600
Nm (445 lb-ft).

Recheck all bolts after working three hours and again after ten hours
to insure correct torque specification.
Adjusting Rear Wheels-Steel

CAUTION: Avoid personal injury or death. never run

the engine with transmission in gear and rear wheels off
the ground. Front wheels on tractors with MFWD could
pull rear wheels off support. MFWD must be disengaged
and transmission in NEUTRAL position to rotate axle by
hand.

1. Raise the tractor on level ground and turn wheel so rack on the
axle is upward.
2. Loosen the hub center bolts against the retaining nuts.
3. Remove the outer hub sleeve bolts. Use hub sleeve bolts in the
jack screws to loosen sleeves. Tighten jack screws up to 500-600
Nm (370-440 lb-ft) if necessary.

NOTE: Strike end of axle with a heavy hammer and use

penetrating oil if sleeves are difficult to break loose.

4. Remove jack screws from upper hub sleeve and install

JDG667A Wheel Adjusting Tool (available from your John Deere
Dealer) using sleeve bolts. Move wheel to desired position.
Observe tread width limitations.
5. Remove adjusting tool and jack screw.

CAUTION: Never operate tractor with a loose rim,

wheel, or hub.

IMPORTANT: Keep the face of hub sleeves even to prevent

hub breakage or bolt loosening.

6. Tighten hub sleeve bolts to 204 Nm (150 lb-ft) beginning with

the center bolts, then criss-crossing the other bolts. Retighten bolts
to 410 Nm (300 lb-ft) using the same sequence

Drive tractor a minimum of 100 m (100 yd) and tighten bolts to

600 Nm (445 lb-ft).
Recheck all bolts after working three hours and again after ten
hours to insure correct torque specification.

Rear Wheel Tread Setting Ranges

Tire Wheel Rim

Size Type Position 2438 mm (96

20.8R38, 520/85R38, or 20.8R42 Cast In 1588-1873 mm (

Out 1817-2178 mm (

20.8R38, 520/85R38, or 20.8R42 Steel In 1716-2077 mm (

Out 2021-2382 mm (

620/70R42 Cast In 1684-1873 mm (

Out 1817-2178 mm (

650/75R34 Steel In 1716-2077 mm (

Out 2021-2382 mm (

650/65R42 Cast In 1734-1873 mm (

Out 1817-2178 mm (

710/70R38 Cast In 1777-1873 mm (

Out 1817-2178 mm (

Driving Tractor On Roads

Check headlights and tail lights before o

CAUTION: Avoid personal injury or death from losing highway. Adjust rear-view mirrors and c
 control of tractor. When driving tractor on roads: Lights -use headlights and turn signals d
local regulations for equipment lighting
• Couple brake pedals together lighting and marking visible and in good
• Use foot throttle instead of hand throttle or repair lighting and marking that has b
• Reduce speed when driving on icy, wet, or graveled implement safety lighting kit is availabl
surfaces Dealer.
• Engage brake assist position of MFWD switch for
four-wheel braking Brakes -tap brake pedal to ensure differ
• Ballast tractor correctly (See Performance engaged. Couple brake pedals togethe
Ballasting Section) road . Avoid hard application of brakes
• Tractor wheels may lock and skid on slippery
downhill slopes on tractors equipped with MFWD -disengage front wheel drive w
AutoPowr transmission. (See AUTOPOWR When driving on roads, engage BRAKE
TRANSMISSION-DOWNHILL OPERATION IN MFWD switch to provide four wheel br
SLIPPERY CONDITIONS, in Operating the MFWD, in Operating the Tractor Sectio
Tractor Section.)
Remote Cylinders -push SCV lever loc
lock) to eliminate possibility of lowerin
CAUTION: Prevent collisions between other road users, transport by inadvertently bumping the e
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.

Transporting with Ballast

• Add weight to front end if

CAUTION: Avoid possible injury or equipment damage stability and steering contr
when transporting heavy rear-mounted implements heavy rear-mounted imple
wheels
• Drive slowly over rough ground, regardless of how
much ballast is used
Transporting Towed Equipment

In the absence of manufacturer's inform

CAUTION: Avoid possible injury from losing control transport speed limits:
while towing a load. Stopping distance increases with
speed and weight of towed loads, and on slopes. • For towed equipment without br
speeds above 32 km/h (20 mph)
Tractor wheels may lock and skid on slippery downhill • For towed equipment with brake
slopes on tractors equipped with AutoPowr transmission. speeds above 40 km/h (25 mph)
(See AUTOPOWR TRANSMISSION-DOWNHILL
OPERATION, in Operating the Tractor Section.) Do not transport if:

Do not exceed the maximum transport speed. This tractor • The fully loaded implement with
is capable of operating at transport speeds that exceed the than 1.5 t (3000 lb) and more tha
maximum allowable transport speed for most towed the tractor
implements. • The fully loaded implement with
4.5 times the weight of the tracto
Before transporting a towed implement, determine from signs on
the implement or information provided in the implement's The tractor must be heavy and powerful
operator manual the maximum transport speed. Never transport at braking power for the towed load. Addit
speeds that exceed the implement's maximum transport speed. required to maintain adequate steering s
Exceeding the implement's maximum transport speed can result
in: Drive slowly enough to maintain safe co
Shift to a lower gear for hillsides, rough
• Loss of control of the tractor/implement combination especially when transporting heavy equi
• Reduced or no ability to stop during braking
• Implement tire failure Never operate with transmission in NEU
• Damage to the implement structure or its components clutch disengaged. Never operate tractor
authorized speed.
Towing Tractor

IMPORTANT: Avoid damaging transmission-hydraulic

system by observing the following precautions:

NEVER ATTEMPT TO START TRACTOR BY

TOWING. Engine will not start, and transmission might
be damaged.

If possible, operate engine at 1600 rpm to provide

lubrication, power steering and power brakes. Have an
operator steer and brake tractor.

CAUTION: Avoid personal injury or death. Disconnect

MFWD drive shaft (A) if towing tractor with front
wheels on a carrier. Loss of electrical power or
transmission-hydraulic system pressure will engage the
MFWD and pull tractor off carrier, even with switch in
the DISENGAGED position.

IMPORTANT: Do not tow a tractor faster than 16 km/h (10

mph).
A-MFWD Drive Shaft
When towing tractor with POWERSHIFT transmission B-Sight Glass
(engine stopped), at temperatures below 0°C (32°F), DO
NOT exceed 3 km/h (2 mph) for the first ten minutes.

Check transmission-hydraulic oil level. Level in sight glass (B)

must be between the marks. (See Lubrication Section.)

If towing with front wheels off ground, add 4 L (1 gal) for each
152 mm (6 in.) wheels are raised. DO NOT raise front wheels
more than 305 mm (12 in.).

NOTE: After transporting tractor, drain oil that was added.

Tap brake pedals to make sure differential lock is not engaged.

A
 Powershift Transmission

PowrQuad Transmission AutoQuad II Transmis

A-Gear Shift Lever B-Tow Disconnect Lever C-Lock D-Range

Powershift and AutoPowr Transmissions: After towing, move gear shift lever to PA
Powershift transmission. Move left-hand l
IMPORTANT: To release park brake in tractors equipped for AutoPowr transmission.
with AutoPowr transmission, see PARK BRAKE
RELEASE, in this Section. Release lever (B) from the tow position. I
to move, move the tractor slightly.
Move gear shift lever (A) to PARK position for Powershift
transmission. Move left-hand lever to PARK position for PowrQuad Transmission:
AutoPowr transmission.
Move right-hand or left-hand reverser lev
Push tow disconnect lever (B) forward and downward to lock (D) to NEUTRAL position for towing.
(C). After locking tow disconnect lever, move lever to
NEUTRAL position for either transmission. AutoQuad II Transmission:

IMPORTANT: Be sure the tow disconnect lever is securely Move left-hand reverser lever and range s
latched in the tow position before moving the tractor. NEUTRAL position for towing.
 A

Park Brake Release-AutoPowr Transmission

CAUTION: Avoid possible injury if tractor moves.

Block tires to prevent tractor from moving when park
brake releases. Procedure requires an operator seated
in the tractor to monitor park brake release
procedure.

1. Disconnect the "Tow Collar" by moving linkage (A)

forward to place roll pin in front of the latch (B).

NOTE: Moving fuses allows engine to be cranked without A-Linkage

starting. B-Latch
2. Move fuse 36 to location 39 and fuse 37 to location 40.

3. Turn key to "Run" (not "Start") position. Transmission

System and SERVICE ALERT indicator lights will flash.
After five seconds, Park Brake and STOP indicator lights will
also flash.

4. Turn key to "Start" position, hold for ten seconds, then

release to "Run" position. Transmission System and
SERVICE ALERT indicator lights should continue to flash,
and park brake should release.

5. If Park Brake and STOP indicator lights flash instead,

there's not enough hydraulic pressure to release park brake.
Repeat Step 4 up to two more times. If Transmission System
and SERVICE ALERT lights do not indicate, contact your
John Deere dealer.

RF30435

CAUTION: Minimize chance of possible injury from

an accident. Always use seat belts when operating the
tractor.

CAUTION: Turning key switch to the "OFF"

 position while towing tractor will cause sudden
engagement of the park brake, locking the rear
wheels. Avoid serious personal injury by making sure
the key switch remains in the RUN position anytime
tractor is towed, unless emergency stop is required.

6. Operator depresses brake pedals while assistant removes

tire blocks. Proceed with towing, observing towing
precautions stated in TOWING TRACTOR, in this section.

CAUTION: Avoid possible injury. If park brake

starts to drag repeatedly even after performing Step 7,
system is unable to maintain sufficient pressure to
keep park brake released. Signal tow vehicle driver to
stop immediately, as park brake may engage
suddenly. Person in towed tractor should apply wheel
brakes at the same time.

7. Every 30 minutes, or if STOP and Park Brake indicator

lights start flashing and warning horn sounds continuously, or
if park brake drag is felt, signal tow vehicle driver to stop
immediately, person in towed tractor should apply wheel
brakes at the same time. Turn key switch to "START"
position for 10 seconds, then release to "RUN" position.

8. After tractor has reached service area, depress brake pedals

to bring tractor to a complete stop before switching key to
"OFF" position.

9. Move fuses back from location 39 to 36 and from location

40 to 37.

RF30435
Transporting On Carrier

CAUTION: To avoid accident or injury, securely

chain the tractor to carrier. DO NOT wrap chain
around mechanical front wheel drive shaft or axle
housing. DRIVE CAREFULLY.

A disabled tractor should be hauled on a flat-bed carrier.

Insert chain in side frame slots (A) when securing tractor to

carrier.

A-Frame Slots

RF30435,00000B
Freeing a Mired Machine

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.

Back 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.

If necessary to tow with another unit, use a tow bar or

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.

Always hitch to the drawbar of the towing unit. 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.

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage to steering cylinders

or tie rods. Use side frame slots to attach chain.
DO NOT attach chain around axle. Pull tractor
straight forward. Use drawbar to tow tractor out
of mired condition if pulling tractor from the
rear.

RF30435,00000B6 -19-05

Diesel Fuel

Consult your local fuel distributor for properties of the Fuel lubricity should pass a minimum of 3100 gr
diesel fuel available in your area. load level as measured by the BOCLE scuffing te

In general, diesel fuels are blended to satisfy the low Sulfur content:
temperature requirements of the geographical area in
which they are marketed. • Sulfur content should not exceed 0.5%. Su
content less than 0.05% is preferred.
Diesel fuels specified to EN 590 or ASTM D975 are • If diesel fuel with sulfur content greater th
0.5% sulfur content is used, reduce the ser
recommended. interval for engine oil and filter by 50%.
• DO NOT use diesel fuel with sulfur conte
In all cases, the fuel shall meet the following properties: greater than 1.0%.

Cetane number of 40 minimum. Cetane number Bio-diesel fuels may be used ONLY if the fuel
greater than 50 is preferred, especially for temperatures properties meet DIN 51606 or equivalent specific
below -20°C (-4°F) or elevations above 1500 m (5,000
ft). DO NOT mix used engine oil or any other type of
lubricant with diesel fuel.
Cold Filter Plugging Point (CFPP) below the expected
low temperature OR Cloud Point at least 5°C (9°F)
below the expected low temperature.

DX,FUEL1 -19-1

Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel

IMPORTANT: The fuel tank is vented through

CAUTION: Handle fuel carefully. Do not fill filler cap. If a new filler cap is required, alw
the fuel tank when engine is running. replace it with an original vented cap.

DO NOT smoke while you fill the fuel tank or When fuel is stored for an extended period or if th
service the fuel system. slow turnover of fuel, add a fuel conditioner to sta
the fuel and prevent water condensation. Contact
Fill the fuel tank at the end of each day's operation to fuel supplier for recommendations.
prevent condensation and freezing during cold weather.

DX,FUEL4 -19-18
Fill Fuel Tank

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.

Prevent fires by keeping machine clean of

accumulated trash, grease, and debris. Always
clean up spilled fuel.

Fill fuel tank (A) at end of each day. This prevents

condensation in tank as moist air cools.

The fuel tanks are vented through a fuel tank vent

filter (B) located behind the SCV stack.

A-Fuel Tank
B-Fuel Tank Vent Filter

AG,RX15494,3508 -19-19JAN00
Diesel Engine Oil

Use oil viscosity based on the expected air

temperature range during the period between oil
changes.

The following oil is preferred:

• John Deere PLUS-50 ®

The following oil is also recommended:

• John Deere TORQ-GARD SUPREME ®

Other oils may be used if they meet one or more

of the following:

• API Service Classification CH-4

• API Service Classification CG-4
• API Service Classification CF-4
• ACEA Specification E3
• ACEA Specification E2

Multi-viscosity diesel engine oils are

preferred.

If diesel fuel with sulfur content greater than

0.5% is used, reduce the service interval by 50%.

Extended service intervals may apply when John

Deere preferred engine oils are used. Consult
your John Deere dealer for more information.
PLUS-50 is a registered trademark of Deere & Company.
TORQ-GARD SUPREME is a registered trademark of Deere
& Company DX,ENOIL -19-05OCT01-1/1

Oil Filters

Filtration of oils is critical to proper

operation and lubrication.

Always change filters regularly as specified

in this manual.
Use filters meeting John Deere performance
specifications.

DX,FILT -19-18MAR96-1/1

Engine Break-In Oil

New engines are filled at the factory with • API Service Classification CE
John Deere ENGINE BREAK-IN OIL. • ACEA Specification E1
During the break-in period, add John Deere
ENGINE BREAK-IN OIL as needed to After the break-in period, use John Deere
maintain the specified oil level. PLUS-50 ® or other diesel engine oil as
recommended in this manual.
Change the oil and filter after the first 100
hours of operation of a new or rebuilt IMPORTANT: Do not use PLUS-50 ® oil
engine. or engine oils meeting API CG4, API
CF4, ACEA E3, or ACEA E2
After engine overhaul, fill the engine with performance levels during the first
John Deere ENGINE BREAK-IN OIL. 100 hours of operation of a new or
rebuilt engine. These oils will not
If John Deere ENGINE BREAK-IN OIL is allow the engine to break-in properly.
not available, use a diesel engine oil meeting
one of the following during the first 100
hours of operation:
PLUS-50 is a trademark of Deere & Company. DX,ENOIL4 -19-10OCT97-1/1

Diesel Engine Coolant

The engine cooling system is filled to IMPORTANT: Do not use cooling system
provide year-round protection against sealing additives or antifreeze that
corrosion and cylinder liner pitting, and contains sealing additives.
winter freeze protection to -37°C (-34°F).
Coolant Drain Intervals
John Deere COOL-GARD is preferred
for service. Drain the factory fill engine coolant, flush
the cooling system, and refill with new
If John Deere COOL-GARD is not coolant after the first 3 years or 3000 hours
available, use a low silicate ethylene glycol of operation. Subsequent drain intervals are
base coolant concentrate in a 50% mixture determined by the coolant used for service.
of concentrate with quality water. At each interval, drain the coolant, flush the
cooling system, and refill with new coolant.
The coolant concentrate shall be of a quality
that provides cavitation protection to cast Check coolant level after first three thermo
iron and aluminum parts in the cooling cycles after refilling at radiator cap (under
system. John Deere COOL-GARD meets hood) and add coolant if necessary.
this requirement.
When John Deere COOL-GARD is used, the
A 50% mixture of ethylene glycol engine coolant drain interval is 3 years or 3000
coolant in water provides freeze protection hours of operation.
to -37°C (-34°F). If protection at lower
temperatures is required, consult your John If COOL-GARD is not used, the drain
Deere Dealer for recommendations. interval is reduced to 2 years or 2000 hours
of operation.
Water quality is important to the
performance of the cooling system.
Distilled, deionized, or demineralized water
is recommended for mixing with ethylene
glycol base engine coolant concentrate.

DX,COOL8 -19-12FEB99-1/1

Operating in Warm Temperature

Climates

John Deere engines are designed to

operate using glycol base engine
coolants.

Always use a recommended glycol base

engine coolant, even when operating in
geographical areas where freeze
protection is not required.

IMPORTANT: Water may be used as

coolant in emergency situations
only.

Foaming, hot surface aluminum

and iron corrosion, scaling, and
cavitation will occur when water
is used as the coolant, even when
coolant conditioners are added.
 Drain cooling system and refill
with recommended glycol base
engine coolant as soon as possible.

DX,COOL6 -19-18MAR96-1/1

Transmission and
Hydraulic Oil

Use oil viscosity based on

the expected air
temperature range during
the period between oil
changes.

The following oils are

preferred:

• John Deere HY-

GARD ®
• John Deere Low
Viscosity HY-
GARD ®

Other oils may be used if

they meet one of the
following:

• John Deere
Standard JDM J20C
• John Deere
Standard JDM J20D

Use the following oil when

a biodegradable fluid is
required:

• John Deere BIO-

HY-GARD ™ 1

HY-GARD is a trademark of Deere &

Company
BIO-HY-GARD is a trademark of Deere &
Company
DX,ANTI1 -19-18MAR96-1/1
 1
Meets or exceeds the minimum
biodegradability of 80% within 21 days
according to CEC-L-33-T-82 test method.
BIO-HY-GARD should not be mixed with
mineral oils because this reduces the
biodegradability and makes proper oil
recycling impossible.

Powershift Transmission
Recalibration

The transmission is factory filled with

John Deere HY-GARD ® oil. Changing
transmission-hydraulic oil from one
viscosity to another requires a
recalibration of the Powershift
transmission control unit in order to
maintain smooth shifting. See your John
Deere Dealer.
HY-GARD is a trademark of Deere & Company AG,RX15494,3509 -19-19JAN00-1/1
MFWD Axle Housing
and Wheel Hub Oil

Use oil viscosity based on

the expected air temperature
range during the period
between oil changes.

The following oils are

preferred:

• John Deere HY-

GARD ®
• John Deere Low
Viscosity HY-GARD
®

Other oils may be used if

they meet one of the
following:

• John Deere Standard

JDM J20C
• John Deere Standard
JDM J20D

Use the following oil when a

biodegradable fluid is
required:

John Deere BIO-HY-GARD

™1
HY-GARD is a trademark of Deere &
Company
BIO-HY-GARD is a trademark of Deere &
Company

1
BIO-HY-GARD meets or exceeds the
minimum biodegradability of 80% within 21
days according to CEC-L-33-T-82 test
method. BIO-HY-GARD should not be mixed
with mineral oils because this reduces the
biodegradability and makes proper oil
recycling impossible
RF30435,0000032 -19-25APR01-1/1
Grease

Use grease based on NLGI

consistency numbers and the
expected air temperature range
during the service interval.

The following non-clay greases

are preferred:

• John Deere SD
POLYUREA GREASE

The following non-clay greases

are also recommended:

• John Deere HD MOLY

GREASE
• John Deere HD
LITHIUM COMPLEX
GREASE
• John Deere HD WATER
RESISTANT GREASE
• John Deere GREASE-
GARD

Other greases may be used if

meeting the following:

• NLGI Performance
Classification GC-LB

IMPORTANT: Some types of

grease thickener are not
compatible with others.

AG,RX15494,3510 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Mixing of Lubricants

In general, avoid mixing different Consult your John Deere Dealer to

brands or types of oil. Oil obtain specific information and
manufacturers blend additives in recommendations.
their oils to meet certain
 specifications and performance
requirements.

Mixing different oils can interfere

with the proper functioning of these
additives and degrade lubricant
performance.

DX,LUBMIX -19-18MAR96-1/1

Alternative and Synthetic

Lubricants

Conditions in certain geographical areas

may require lubricant recommendations
different from those printed in this manual.

Some John Deere brand coolants and

lubricants may not be available in your
location.

Consult your John Deere Dealer to obtain

information and recommendations.

Synthetic lubricants may be used if they

meet the performance requirements as
shown in this manual.

The temperature limits and service intervals

shown in this manual apply to both
conventional and synthetic oils.

Re-refined base stock products may be used

if the finished lubricant meets the
performance requirements.

DX,ALTER -19-18MAR96-1/1

Lubricant Storage

Your equipment can operate at top Make certain that all containers are properly
efficiency only when clean lubricants are marked to identify their contents.
used.
Properly dispose of all old containers and
Use clean containers to handle all any residual lubricant they may contain.
lubricants.

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.

DX,LUBST -19-18MAR96-1/1

Service Reference Chart

A-Examine B-Clean by Suction C-Change D-Lubricate (Oil or

Grease)

A service reference chart is provided inside

the tool box cover.

AG,RX15494,3511 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Observe Service Intervals

Service required during the break-in period IMPORTANT: Recommended service
should be previously performed. (See intervals are for average conditions.
Break-in Period Section.) Service MORE OFTEN if tractor is
operated under adverse conditions.
Perform all services at the hourly intervals
indicated on the following pages. Record
the service performed in

AG,RX15494,3512 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Service Interval Chart-Daily or 10 Hours-250 Hours-750 Hours

Item Daily or 250 750

10 Hours Hours Hours
Check Engine Oil Level and Coolant Level ·
Drain Water Separator ·
Check Transmission-Hydraulic Oil Level ·
Drain Trailer Air Brake Accumulator ·
Lubricate Hitch Components ·
Inspect Tires ·
Change Engine Oil and Filter * ·
Service Batteries ·
Drain Fuel Tank Sump ·
Inspect Tractor for Loose Bolts ·
Check Neutral Start System ·
Check Manual Brakes ·
Check Secondary Brake ·
Check Transmission PARK Position ·
Lubricate Pick-up Hitch or Wagon Hitch ** ·
Check Front PTO Housing Oil Level ·
Lubricate MFWD Kingpins, Tie Rod Ends, Axle Pivot, ·
and Front PTO Fittings **
Check MFWD Axle Housing and Wheel Hub Oil ·
Level
Lubricate Triple Link Suspension Components ** ·
Clean Cab Air and Recirculation Filters *** ·
Lubricate Rear Axle Bearings ** ·
Replace Fuel Filters*** ·
Service Air Intake System *** ·
Replace Powershift Transmission Filter Screen *** ·
Replace Transmission and Hydraulic Filters **** ·
Check Engine Idle Speed ·
Test Coolant and Add Coolant Conditioner ·
Clean Fuel Tank Vent Filter ·

* INITIAL engine oil and filter change is 100 hours maximum operation.
** Lubricate daily or at 10 hours when operating in extremely wet and muddy
conditions.
*** Interval can vary according to operating conditions.
**** Perform INITIAL hydraulic filter and transmission filter replacement at 100
hours maximum operation. Scheduled intervals can vary according to operating
conditions.

AG,RX15494,3519 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Service Interval Chart-1500 Hours-2000 Hours-Annual-Two Years-4500

Hours/Five Years
 Every 4500
1500 2000 Two Hours/Five
Item Hours Hours Annual Years Years
Change Transmission-Hydraulic ·
Oil
Clean Hydraulic Oil Suction ·
Screen
Change MFWD Hub and Axle ·
Housing Oil
Lubricate Draft Link Support ·
Shaft Bushing
Check Belt Tensioners ·
Change Front PTO Housing Oil ·
Adjust Engine Valve Clearance ·
*
Replace Primary and Secondary ·
Engine Air Filters **
Replace Cab Air and ·
Recirculation Filters **
Inspect Seat Belts ·
Drain, Flush, and Refill Engine ·
Cooling System ***
Test or Replace Thermostats and
·
Radiator Cap *
Replace Crankshaft Vibration
·
Dampening Pulley*

* See your John Deere Dealer for service.

** Interval can vary according to operating conditions.
*** INITIAL change interval is 3 years or 3000
hours. SCHEDULED interval (2 years or 2000 hours) can be extended to 3
years or 3000 hours if John Deere COOL-GARD is used.
 AG,RX15494,3520 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Removing Side Shields

Press down on top edge of side shields (A).

Pull outward on side shield and lift off.

To replace, align holes on bottom edge,

push down and push in at top.

A-Side Shields

AG,RX15494,3513 -19-19JAN00-1/1
Removing Hood

Remove only the four cap

screws (A) retaining hood to
side rails.

NOTE: Other cap screws are

for hood adjustment.
Hood adjustment is set
at the factory.
Adjustment is not
required if adjusting cap
screws are not removed.

Lift front of hood up and

secure in raised position
with a support or lift off
hood.

A-Cap Screws

AG,RX15494,3514 -19-19JAN00-1/1
Accessing Batteries

Batteries are located on right

side of tractor cab below
exhaust. To gain access,
loosen knob (A) and slide off
cover.

See SERVICE BATTERIES,

in the Maintenance and
Service Intervals Section.

A-Knob

AG,RX15494,3515 -19-19JAN00-1/1
Using High-Pressure
Washers

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.

AG,RX15494,3517 -19-19JAN00-1/1
Checking Tires

Check pressure of each tire

at least once a week. Inspect
tires daily for cuts or breaks
and repair as soon as
possible. If tires contain
liquid ballast, use a special
air-water gauge, and measure
with valve stem at bottom.

IMPORTANT: Keep front

tires at the maximum
allowable pressure to
insure maximum
performance.

AG,RF30435,2706 -19-10AUG00-1/1
Checking Neutral Start
System-Powershift
Transmission

SERVICE INTERVAL -
250 HOURS

Make sure everyone is clear

of tractor. Fully depress
clutch and brake pedals. A-Gear Shift Lever
Move gear shift lever (A)
from PARK position to a
forward gear. Attempt to start
engine. Starter should NOT
engage.

If starter engages, neutral

start system should be
repaired by your John Deere
Dealer immediately. Repeat
this step with transmission in
a reverse gear.

AG,RF30435,2704 -19-09AUG00-1/1
 Checking Neutral Start
System-PowrQuad
Transmission with
Right-Hand Reverser

SERVICE INTERVAL -
250 HOURS

Make sure everyone is clear

of tractor. Fully depress A-Reverser Lever
clutch and brake pedals.

Move reverser lever (A)

from PARK position to a
forward gear. Attempt to
start engine. Starter should
NOT engage.

If starter engages, neutral

start system should be
repaired by your John Deere
Dealer immediately. Repeat
this step with transmission in
a reverse gear.

AG,RF30435,2703 -19-09AUG00-1/1

Checking Neutral Start System-

PowrQuad Transmission with
Left-Hand Reverser

SERVICE INTERVAL - 250 HOURS

Make sure everyone is clear of tractor.

Fully depress clutch and brake pedals.

Start engine with range shift lever (A) in

NEUTRAL position and reverser lever
(B) in NEUTRAL. Wait 6-7 seconds.
Move reverser lever from neutral to
forward or reverse. If reverser lever
remains in direction selected, without
being held, neutral start system is
working correctly.

If reverser lever returns INSTANTLY

from forward or reverse to NEUTRAL,
without being moved manually, neutral
start system should be repaired by your
John Deere Dealer immediately.

A-Range Shift Lever

B-Reverser Lever

AG,RF30435,2705 -19-09AUG00-1/1
Inspecting Neutral Start
System-AutoQuad II
Transmission with Left-
Hand Reverser

SERVICE INTERVAL -
250 HOURS

Make sure everyone is clear

of tractor. Fully depress
clutch and brake pedals.

Start engine with range shift

lever (A) in NEUTRAL
position and reverser lever
(B) in NEUTRAL. Wait 6-7
seconds. Move reverser
lever from NEUTRAL to
forward or reverse. If
reverser lever remains in
direction selected, without
being held, neutral start
system is working correctly.

If reverser lever returns

INSTANTLY from forward
or reverse to NEUTRAL,
without being moved
manually, neutral start
system should be repaired by
your John Deere Dealer
immediately.

A-Range Shift Lever

B-Reverser Lever

AG,RX15494,3530 -19-19JAN00-1/1
Inspecting Neutral Start
System-AutoPowr
Transmission with Left-
Hand Reverser

SERVICE INTERVAL -
250 HOURS

Make sure everyone is clear

of tractor. Fully depress
brake pedals.

Attempt to start tractor in

Scroll, Power Zero, Forward,
and Reverse positions. If
engine starts in any of these
positions see your John
Deere Dealer for immediate
repair. Engine should start in
NEUTRAL or PARK
positions only.

A-NEUTRAL Position
B-Scroll Position
C-Forward Position
D-Power Zero Position
E-Reverse Position
F-PARK Position

RF30435,0000079 -19-16JUL01-1/1

Checking Manual Brakes

SERVICE INTERVAL - 250 HOURS

With engine stopped, check manual brakes

for correct function:
1. Pump individually the left brake (A) and
right brake (B). The pedals should have a
solid feel. If pedals do not feel solid, bleed A-Left Brake
the brakes or see your John Deere Dealer. B-Right Brake
C-Latch Bar
2. Check to make sure the pedals do not
settle to the end of stroke within 10 seconds
after being applied. If leakage exceeds this
rate or if one pedal settles faster than the
other, see your John Deere Dealer.

3. Press both pedals simultaneously. A

solid pedal should be obtained at
approximately the same pedal height on
both pedals. If height varies more than 51
mm (2 in.) bleed the brakes or see your
John Deere Dealer.

IMPORTANT: Any noticeable pedal

drift downward from the point of
resistance indicates brake leakage.
See your John Deere Dealer.

A solid pedal and balance between

the left and right pedals are
important for emergency braking
conditions when the latch bar (C) is
used.

AG,RX15494,3533 -19-19JAN00-1/1
Checking the Secondary
Brake

SERVICE INTERVAL -
250 HOURS

Park tractor on incline and

move gear shift lever to
NEUTRAL position. Engage
secondary brake (A).

If tractor does not hold with

secondary brake engaged,
see your John Deere Dealer.

A-Secondary Brake

AG,RF30435,2707 -19-10AUG00-1/1
Checking Transmission
Park Position

SERVICE INTERVAL -
250 HOURS

Position tractor on a 30%

incline (1 m vertically for
every 3 m horizontally) with
front of tractor facing
downward.

Move shift lever (A) to

PARK position.

Transmission should be
repaired immediately by
your John Deere Dealer, if
tractor does not hold on
incline with shift lever in
PARK position.

A-Shift Lever

AG,RX15494,3876 -19-22AUG00-1/1

Bleeding the Brakes

NOTE: Brake bleed screws are on both

sides of the differential case.

1. Loosen the brake bleed port jam nuts

(A) a minimum of one complete turn.

2. Open the bleed screws (B) one and

one half turns.

3. Start engine and pump the left and

right brake pedals together three times A-Jam Nut
with one of the pedals at least 13 mm B-Bleed Screw
(0.5 in.) lower than the other.

4. Lock the brake pedals together and

depress the brake pedals for a
minimum of 15 seconds.

5. Close the bleed screws and tighten

jam nuts with pedals still depressed.

6. Stop engine and depress each brake

pedal. Resistance should be present
before the pedal reaches the stop.

IMPORTANT: Any noticeable pedal

drift downward from the point
of resistance indicates brake
leakage.

AG,RX15494,3534 -19-19JAN00-1/1
Bleeding Hydraulic
Trailer Brakes

Install a hose onto trailer

brake outlet (A). Place other
end of hose into the
hydraulic filler tube

Loosen bleed screw (B),

drain hose over bleed screw
nipple. Place other end of
hose in hydraulic filler tube.

Start engine at slow idle and

depress brake pedals for
2 minutes.

Close bleed screw (B) with

brake pedals depressed.

Remove hoses and install

hydraulic filler tube cap.

A-Brake Outlet
B-Bleed Screw

RF30435,0000048 -19-14MAY01-1/1
Draining Trailer Air
Brake Accumulator

SERVICE INTERVAL -
DAILY OR 10 HOURS

Open drain (A) to remove

condensation from air brake
accumulator.

A-Drain

AG,RX15494,3536 -19-19JAN00-1/1
Servicing Engine Air
Intake and Pre-Cleaner

SERVICE INTERVAL -
750 HOURS *

* Interval can vary

according to operating
conditions

Prop up or remove hood.

Remove pre-cleaner bracket

nuts (A). Disconnect hose
(B) and wiring (C). Remove
ejector hose (D) from pre-
cleaner. Remove pre-cleaner
from tractor by rotating and
sliding out of intake canister
inlet.

Inspect pre-cleaner for dirt

and trash. Clean aspirator
tubes (E) with compressed
air or wash tubes in warm
water using a mild detergent.
Rinse aspirator tubes in
clean water. Dry before
installing.

Reassemble pre-cleaner in
reverse order of disassembly.

Tighten all air intake system

joints. Tighten hose clamps
at turbocharger.

A-Bracket Nuts
B-Hose
C-Wiring
D-Ejector Hose
E-Aspirator Tubes

AG,RX15494,3524 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Cleaning and Inspecting

Primary Engine Filter

IMPORTANT:
Compressed air
pressure should not
exceed 75 psi (500 kPa)
(5 bar) when used for
cleaning.

NOTE: Replace filters at

least once a year or six
cleanings, or if the filter
indicator remains on.

Clean filter using

compressed air. Hold nozzle
next to inner surface and
move up and down pleats.

Hold a bright light inside

filter and check carefully for
damage. Discard filter if
screen is damaged or filter
shows the slightest rupture
or hole.

Make sure gasket is in good

condition.

AG,RX15494,3521 -19-19JAN00-1/1
Replacing Primary and Secondary
Engine Air Filters

SERVICE INTERVAL - ANNUALLY

*

* Interval can vary according to

operating conditions

Replace the primary engine air filter if the

filter indicator light remains ON.

Remove filter cover.

Turn and pull to remove primary filter (A).

Clean dirt from inside of canister and

cover.

IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to clean A-Primary Filter

secondary filter. B-Secondary Filter
Replace secondary filter every
second or third primary filter
change.

Install new secondary filter

immediately to prevent dust from
entering air intake system.

Remove secondary filter (B).

Replace filters and install cover.

AG,RF30435,2507 -19-21DEC99-1/1
Checking and Replacing
Cab Air Filters

CAUTION: Exposure
to chemicals, including
pesticides, can cause
injury or death. Wear
personal protective
equipment, in
accordance with
chemical
manufacturer's label,
when removing air
filters.

Dispose of used filters

in accordance with
federal, state, and local
laws/regulations.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT
clean recirculation air
filter or fresh air filter. A-Recirculation Filter Cover
Replace filters at B-Recirculation Air Filter
service interval or
when performance
indicates.

Recirculation Air Filter

1. Remove filter covers (A),
one behind each side of seat.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT
clean filter. Replace
filter at service interval
or when performance
indicates.

NOTE: Use John Deere

activated carbon air
filter or appropriate
substitute. See your John
Deere dealer.
2. Remove filters (B).

3. Inspect filters for holes,

seal damage, and other
damage. Replace filter if any
damage is detected. In dusty
conditions, this service can
be required more often.

4. Install new filters.

5. Reinstall filter housing

covers.

6. When filters are replaced,

record date and engine hours.

RW29387,000005B -19-08MAR02-1/2

Fresh Air Filter

1. Remove fresh air filter
housing wing nut (A).

2. Remove filter (B).

3. Inspect gasket for signs of

damage, and replace if
necessary.

4. Inspect filter for holes,

seal damage, and other
damage. Replace filter if any
damage is detected. In dusty
conditions, this service can
be required more often.

5. Install new filter.

6. Reinstall filter housing

cover and tighten wing nut.

7. When filter is replaced,

record date and engine hours.
A-Filter Housing Wing Nut
B-Fresh Air Filter

RW29387,000005B -19-08MAR02-2/2

Cleaning Engine
Compartment

Clean as necessary, especially

around potential hot spots such as
turbocharger, exhaust manifold, and
muffler.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT use

steam cleaner or high pressure
washer in area of viscous fan
drive. High pressure could
force dirt past seals in drive
hub.

Never steam clean or pour

cold water on an injection
pump that is operating or hot.
Pump could seize.

AG,RX15494,3525 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Cleaning Grille Screens,

Radiator, and Condenser

1. Stop engine and clean front grille

screens or side panels using a brush.

2. Remove engine side shields, and

remove any trash built up on radiator
and cooler-condenser.

3. Use compressed air or water to

clean radiator and condensor.
Straighten any bent fins.

AG,RX15494,3526 -19-19JAN00-1/1
Inspect Belt Tensioner

NOTE: Use a 1 1/16 in. wrench (A) on flats

of tension arm to rotate arm.

1. Release tension on belt using a 1 1/16 in.

wrench (A).

2. Remove belt from alternator pulley.

3. Release tension on tension arm and

remove tool.

4. Measure 21 mm (13/16 in.) from (B) and

put a mark (C) on mounting bracket.

NOTE: Use a 1 1/16 in. wrench (A) to

rotate tension arm past Fan cone (E)
to install torque wrench.

5. Rotate arm using a bending beam torque

wrench (D) until marks (B) and (C) are
aligned. Note torque wrench measurement.
If measurement is not to specification, see
your John Deere Dealer.

Specification

Spring Tension - 24- (17-21 lb-

Torque 28 Nm ft)

NOTE: See REPLACING FAN BELT, this

Section if belt requires replacement. A-1 1/16 in. Wrench
B-Tension Arm Mark
C-Mounting Bracket Mark
D-Torque Wrench
E-Fan Cone

RX16513020,7 -19-23OCT97-1/1
Replacing Fan Belt

NOTE: Fan drive belt is

equipped with an
automatic tensioner
which does not require
adjustment.

1. Rotate tension arm using a

1 1/16 in. wrench (A).

2. Remove belt from fan

drive pulley.

3. Relax tension and remove

belt from crankshaft pulley
and fan.

4. Replace belt.

A-1 1/16 in. Wrench

B-Without Trailer Air
Brakes
C-With Trailer Air Brakes

AG,RX15494,3532 -19-19JAN00-1/1
Servicing the Batteries

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

Never check battery

charge by placing a
metal object across the
posts. Use a voltmeter
or hydrometer.

Always remove ground

cable at frame first and
connect it last.

SERVICE INTERVAL -
250 HOURS
A-Battery Connections
B-Cells

Keep all battery connections

(A) clean and tight. Remove
corrosion, and wash
terminals with a solution of
baking soda and water.

CAUTION: Avoid
contact with poisonous
sulfuric acid in battery
electrolyte. It is strong
enough to burn skin,
eat holes in clothing,
and cause blindness if
splashed into eyes.

Check the specific gravity of

the electrolyte in each
battery cell. Charge batteries
if reading is below 1.215.

Check level of electrolyte in

each cell (B). If low, fill to
bottom of filler necks with
CLEAN, SOFT water. DO
NOT OVERFILL.

IMPORTANT: Do not add

water in freezing
weather unless tractor
will be operated at
least 30 minutes.

Coat terminals with small

amount of grease and replace
terminal shields. Reconnect
ground cable.

AG,RF30435,2552 -19-21DEC99-1/1
Checking Air
Conditioning System

CAUTION: Avoid
possible injury.
Improper servicing
may cause refrigerant
to penetrate eyes and
skin or cause burns.

IMPORTANT: R134A
refrigerant must be
used requiring special
equipment and
procedures. See your
John Deere Dealer.

NOTE: Some oil seepage

from compressor shaft
seal is normal.

Check the following if air

conditioner will not cool, or
cooling is intermittent:

• Clean grille, radiator,

and oil cooler
condenser. (See
CLEANING
RADIATOR AND
OIL COOLER
CONDENSER, in
this section.)
• Inspect and clean cab
air filters. Replace
filters if required.
(See CHECKING
OR REPLACING
CAB AIR FILTERS,
in this section.)
• Remove sight glass
plug (A). Operate
engine at 2000 rpm.
Set air conditioner
 switch (C) to ON
position and blower
switch (B) to HIGH
position. Check sight
glass for bubbles.
System may be low
on refrigerant if
bubbles do not
disappear.

NOTE: Bubbles may appear

in sight glass when
operating at
temperatures below
18°C (65°F). Bubbles
should disappear as
temperature rises.

If problems persist, see your

John Deere Dealer.

A-Sight Glass Plug

B-Blower Switch
C-Air Conditioner Switch

RF30435,0000094 -19-06NOV02-1/1
Inspecting Seat Belts

SERVICE INTERVAL -
ANNUALLY

CAUTION: If the
seat belt system,
including the mounting
hardware, buckle, belt,
or retractor shows any A-Seat Belts
sign of damage such as
cuts, fraying, extreme
or unusual wear,
discoloration or
abrasion, the entire
seat belt system should
be replaced
immediately. Replace
the belt system only
with replacement parts
approved for your
machine.

Inspect seat belts (A) and

mounting hardware. If seat
belts need to be replaced, see
your John Deere Dealer.

RF30435,00000CF -19-13NOV01-1/1
Checking Engine Oil
Level

SERVICE INTERVAL -
DAILY OR 10 HOURS

NOTE: Tighten dipstick to

check oil.
A-Dipstick
Remove dipstick (A) and B-Filler Hole
check oil level with tractor
on level ground. Oil level
should be between the
"ADD" and the top of the
cross-hatch area on dipstick.

NOTE: Cross-hatch area is

considered FULL.

If needed, add oil

recommended in Fuels,
Lubricants and Coolant
Section in filler hole (B).

Do not operate engine with

oil level below the "ADD"
mark on dipstick.

AG,RX15494,3540 -19-19JAN00-1/1
Changing Engine Oil and Filter

SERVICE INTERVAL - 250 HOURS *

* 375 hours if PLUS-50 oil and a John

Deere oil filter are used

IMPORTANT: Change engine oil every

125 hours if diesel fuel has a sulfur
content greater than 0.5 percent.

Operate engine to warm oil. Stop engine.

Remove drain plug (A) to drain oil.

Remove plug and allow oil to drain.

Install drain plug after oil has been drained

from crankcase.

Remove filter cover (B) using a 36 mm A-Engine Oil Drain Plug

wrench. B-Engine Oil Filter Cover
C-Engine Oil Filter
Remove filter element (C) and replace O- D-O-Ring
ring (D).

Install new oil filter and replace filter

cover.

Oil Filter Cover - Specification

Cover -Torque 40 Nm (30 lb-ft)

Refill crankcase with seasonal viscosity

grade oil. (See Fuels, Lubricants, and
Coolant Section.)

Crankcase Capacity with Filter

... 24 L (25 qt)

Start engine and check for leaks.

Stop engine. Recheck oil level.

OURX984,0000197 -19-24OCT02-1/1

Checking Transmission-
Hydraulic Oil Level

SERVICE INTERVAL -
DAILY OR 10 HOURS

IMPORTANT: Operation
with higher fill levels
can result in additional
power loss and heat
generation. See USING
IMPLEMENT
REQUIRING LARGE
VOLUMES OF OIL, in
Remote Hydraulic
Connections Section.

Observe oil level in sight

glass (A) with tractor on
level ground, three-point
hitch in the lowered position,
and engine stopped. Oil level
should be at the upper mark
on the glass.

NOTE: Oil level will be

lower with engine
running or with hitch
raised.

If oil level is below the lower

mark, remove filler cap (B)
and add hydraulic oil. (See
TRANSMISSION-
HYDRAULIC OILS, in
Fuels, Lubricants and
Coolant Section).

A-Sight Glass
B-Filler Cap

AG,RX15494,3542 -19-19JAN00-1/1
Changing
Transmission-Hydraulic
Oil

SERVICE INTERVAL -
1500 HOURS

1. Drive tractor to warm

transmission-hydraulic oil.

2. Park the tractor on level

surface.

3. Stop the engine and

remove drain plugs (A) on
bottom of differential case
and MFWD clutch housing.

4. Remove oil line (B)

located the left front side of
the differential case.

5. Remove suction screen

and wash screen carefully in
solvent. Dry screen with
compressed air.

6. Install screen and oil line

making sure gasket and O-
ring are correctly positioned.
A-Drain Plugs
7. Reinstall plugs after oil B-Oil Line
has drained.

8. Refill with Transmission-

Hydraulic oil specified in
Fuels, Lubricants, and
Coolant Section.

NOTE: When changing oil

from one viscosity to
another, the Powershift
 control unit must be
recalibrated. See your
John Deere Dealer.

System Capacities

Powershift with MFWD...

102.3 L (27 gal)
PowrQuad with MFWD...
98.3 L (25.9 gal)
PowrQuad with MFWD
and Creeper ... 102.3 L (27
gal)
AutoQuad II with MFWD...
98.3 L (25.9 gal)

9. Start and operate engine

several minutes. Check for
leaks. Stop engine and
recheck oil level after a
minimum of five minutes.
Add oil as necessary.

AG,RF30435,2712 -19-10AUG00-1/1

Changing Transmission-Hydraulic
Oil-AutoPowr Transmission

SERVICE INTERVAL - 1500

HOURS

1. Drive tractor to warm transmission-

hydraulic oil.

2. Park the tractor on level surface.

3. Stop the engine and remove drain plugs

(A), (B), (C) and (D). If equipped with
drawbar, slide it forward to access drain
plug (A).

4. Reinstall plugs after oil has drained.

5. Refill with Transmission-Hydraulic oil

specified in Fuels, Lubricants, and
Coolant Section.

System Capacities

A-Drain Plug
AutoPowr with MFWD... 102.3 L (27
B-Drain Plug
gal)
C-Drain Plug
D-Drain Plug

6. Start and operate engine several

minutes. Check for leaks. Stop engine and
recheck oil level after a minimum of five
minutes. Add oil as necessary.

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Replacing Transmission Filter

SERVICE INTERVAL *

INITIAL INTERVAL - 100 HOURS

SCHEDULED INTERVAL - 750
HOURS

* Interval can vary according to

operating conditions

NOTE: Tractors equipped with AutoPowr

transmission have a square drive on
filter base. Use square drive for filter
removal only.

Remove filter (A).

AutoPowr Transmission Filter
Lubricate the new filter seal with hydraulic
oil.

Install until gasket contacts surface.

Hand tighten additional 1/2 turn.

Check oil level and add oil as required.

IMPORTANT: Filter screen on

Powershift transmission, located
behind hex plug (B) must be replaced
when changing the transmission
filter. See your John Deere Dealer.

A-Filter
B-Hex Plug

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Replacing Hydraulic Filter

SERVICE INTERVAL *

INITIAL INTERVAL - 100 HOURS

SCHEDULED INTERVAL - 750
HOURS

* Interval can vary according to

operating conditions
A-Filter

NOTE: Tractors equipped with AutoPowr

transmission have a square drive on
filter base. Use square drive for filter
removal only.

Remove filter (A).

Lubricate the new filter seal with hydraulic

oil.

Install until gasket contacts surface.

Hand tighten additional 1/2 turn.

Check oil level and add oil as required.

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Checking MFWD Wheel Hub Oil
Level

SERVICE INTERVAL - 250 HOURS

Put the tractor on level ground. Turn wheel

hubs until the words OIL LEVEL are
horizontal. Remove plug (A). Oil level
should be just below plug hole. If low, add
oil through same hole. John Deere HY-
GARD oil is recommended. (See Fuels,
Lubricants, and Coolant Section.)

A-Plug

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Changing MFWD
Hub Oil

SERVICE
INTERVAL - 1500
HOURS

1. Put the tractor on

level surface.

2. Rotate wheel until

drain fill hole (A) is at
bottom of hub. Remove
plug and drain oil.

3. Rotate wheel with

drain-fill plug
positioned horizontally
after oil has drained.

4. Add John Deere HY-

GARD oil as specified
in Fuels, Lubricants, and
Coolant Section,
through drain-fill hole
until oil is even with
bottom of hole. Install
the plug and tighten to
70 Nm (52 lb-ft).

Specification

Hub -
Capacity 1.9 L (2.0 qt)

A-Fill Hole

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Checking MFWD Axle
Housing Oil Level

SERVICE INTERVAL - 250

HOURS

Remove plug (A) and check axle

housing oil level. Oil level should
be just below plug hole.

NOTE: Use a pipe sealant when

installing plug (A).

If oil level is low, remove plug

(B) and add oil until level is
correct. John Deere HY-GARD
oil is recommended. (See MFWD
AXLE HOUSING OIL, in Fuels,
Lubricants, and Coolant Section.)

A-Plug
B-Plug

AG,RX15494,3549 -19-19JAN00-1/1
Changing MFWD Axle Housing Oil

SERVICE INTERVAL - 1500 HOURS

1. Remove axle housing drain plug (A) and

(C). Replace plug after oil has drained.

2. Add John Deere HY-GARD oil as specified

in Fuels, Lubricants, and Coolant Section
through fill hole (B) until oil is even with MFWD Axle
bottom of hole (D). Install the plugs.

Specification

Axle Housing -Capacity 14.4 L (15.2 qt)

NOTE: Use a pipe sealant when installing

plug at (D).

3. After a few minutes of operation, recheck

oil level. Add more if necessary.

4. Tighten all plugs to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).

Triple Link Suspended Axle

A-Drain Plug
B-Fill Hole
C-Drain plug
D-Hole

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Lubricating MFWD
Axle

SERVICE INTERVAL -
250 HOURS *

* Daily or Every 10 Hours

if operated in extremely
wet conditions

Use John Deere High-

Temperature/Extreme
Pressure/Non-Clay grease or
other grease as specified in
Fuels, Lubricants and
Coolant Section. DO NOT
use Arctic grease with
specification requirements
per MIL-G-10-924C.

Kingpins -apply grease to

fittings (A) until grease
appears at orifice on bottom
end of each kingpin bearing.

Tie Rods -apply several

shots of grease to fittings
(B).

Axle Pivot -apply several

shots of grease to fitting (C).

A-Fittings
B-Fittings
C-Fitting

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Lubricating Triple Link
Suspension (Suspended
Front Axle)

SERVICE INTERVAL -
250 HOURS *

* Daily or Every 10 Hours

if operated in extremely
wet conditions

Use John Deere High-

Temperature/Extreme-
Pressure/ Non-Clay grease or
other grease as specified in
Fuels, Lubricants and
Coolant Section. DO NOT
use Arctic grease with
specification requirements
per MIL-G-10-924C.

Kingpins -apply grease to

fittings (A) until grease
appears at orifice on bottom
end of each kingpin bearing.

Tie Rods -apply several

shots of grease to fittings
(B).

Apply grease to each bearing

fitting (C), each cylinder
fitting (D), to bearing
support (E), and to area
between seal and bearing
(F).

A-Kingpins
B-Tie Rod Ends
C-Bearing (Each End)
D-Cylinders (Each End)
E-Bearing Support
F-Seal Barrier

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Lubricating Rear Axle

Bearings

SERVICE INTERVAL - 750

HOURS *

* Daily or Every 10 Hours if

operated in extremely wet or dusty
conditions

Apply grease to each fitting (A) until

grease appears at seals, or a
maximum of 25 shots.

Use John Deere High

Temperature/Extreme Pressure/Non-
Clay grease or equivalent.

A-Fitting

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 Lubricating Three-
Point Hitch
Components

SERVICE INTERVAL -
DAILY OR 10 HOURS

Apply several shots of

grease to rockshaft fittings
(A), lift links (B), and center
link (C).

Lubricate lift cylinder ends

(D).

A-Rockshaft
B-Lift Links
C-Center Link
D-Lift Cylinders

AG,RX15494,3553 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Lubricating Pick-up Hitch

SERVICE INTERVAL - 250 HOURS *

* Daily or Every 10 Hours if operated in

extremely wet conditions

Lubricate pick-up hitch grease fittings (A).

Use John Deere multipurpose grease.

When lubricating pick-up hitch, check

attaching hardware to be sure bolts are
tightened.
A-Fittings

AG,RX15494,3554 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Lubricating Wagon
Hitch

SERVICE INTERVAL -
250 HOURS *

* Daily or Every 10 Hours

if operated in extremely
wet conditions

Lubricate wagon hitch

grease fittings and hitch pin.

Use lubricant specified in

Fuels, Lubricants, and
Coolant Section.

To make sure hitch jaw

bearing is thoroughly
lubricated, turn jaw 180°
when lubricating.

Be sure hitch jaw functions

correctly.

AG,RX15494,3555 -19-19JAN00-1/1
Checking Front PTO Housing Oil
Level

SERVICE INTERVAL - 250 HOURS

Park tractor on level surface.

Check PTO housing oil level by removing

plug (A). Use lubricant specified in Fuels,
Lubricants, and Coolant Section.

A-Plug
Changing Front PTO Housing Oil

SERVICE INTERVAL - 1500 HOURS

Park tractor on level surface.

Remove housing drain plug (B). Replace

plug after oil has drained.

Remove plug (A) and refill with

Transmission-Hydraulic oil specified in
Fuels, Lubricants, and Coolant Section.
Replace plug.

A-Plug
B-Plug

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Lubricating Front PTO Fittings

SERVICE INTERVAL - 250 HOURS *

* Daily or Every 10 Hours if operated in

extremely wet conditions

Apply grease to fittings (A) located on back

side of PTO housing.

Use Extreme Pressure, Non-Clay grease as

specified in Fuels, Lubricants and Coolant
Section.

A-Fittings

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Lubricating Draft Link Support

Shaft Bushing

SERVICE INTERVAL - 1500 HOURS

Apply one or two shots of grease to support

shaft bushing fittings (A).

A-Fittings

AG,RF30435,2713 -19-10AUG00-1/1
Checking Coolant Level

SERVICE INTERVAL -
DAILY OR 10 HOURS

Check coolant level, using

the sight tube (A), after
starting the tractor. Coolant
level should be visible in
sight tube when engine is at
operating temperature.

If coolant level is low, check

for any signs of leakage and
repair if necessary. Check all
hose clamps for tightness.
Add coolant, as specified in
Fuels, Lubricants and
Coolant Section, to overflow
tank.

A-Sight Tube

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Testing the Coolant

SERVICE INTERVAL - 750 HOURS

CAUTION: Avoid personal injury.

DO NOT remove radiator cap when
engine is hot. Stop engine and wait
until engine has cooled.
A-Radiator Cap
Remove access panel and slowly turn the
radiator cap (A) to relieve pressure.

Test coolant using coolant test strips

available from your John Deere Dealer.

Add 30 mL per liter (1.0 fl oz per quart) of

John Deere Coolant Conditioner if needed.
Drain a small amount of coolant from
system if conditioner is added.

AG,RF30435,2684 -19-27JUN00-1/1

Draining, Flushing, and Refilling

Cooling System

SERVICE INTERVAL

INITIAL INTERVAL - 3 YEARS or

3000 HOURS
REGULAR INTERVAL - 2 YEARS or
2000 HOURS *

* 3 Years or 3000 Hours if John Deere A-Cap

COOL-GARD is used

Drain System

CAUTION: Avoid personal injury.

Do not remove radiator cap when
engine is hot.

IMPORTANT: Avoid cooling system

damage. Test or replace thermostats
and radiator cap. See your John
Deere Dealer.

1. Slowly turn cap to relieve pressure, then

carefully remove cap (A) from deareation
tank.
 AG,RF30435,2542 -19-21FEB00-1/7

2.

IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to

radiator do not open drain valve (A)
more than 3 full turns.

Loosen drain valve (A).

NOTE: Connect/disconnect control (B) is

used to connect or disconnect chambers
within the radiator.

3. Turn connect/disconnect control (B)

counterclockwise (C) no more than 90
degrees to Stop (E) to open.

A-Drain Valve
B-Connect/Disconnect Control
C-Counterclockwise (Open)
D-Clockwise (Closed)
E-Stops

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4. Open engine drain valve (A).

5. Remove thermostat cover (B) and

thermostat. Install cover without
thermostat. Tighten cap screws.

A-Engine Drain Valve

B-Thermostat Cover
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Flush System
1.

Specification

Coolant Drain Valve - 4- 3-3.7 lb-

Torque 5 Nm ft

NOTE: Operate cab heater during entire

flushing procedure.

Fully open heater control in cab.

2. Tighten coolant drain valves (A) and (F).

A-Drain Valve
B-Connect/Disconnect Control
C-Counterclockwise (Open)
D-Clockwise (Closed)
E-Stops
F-Drain Valve
 AG,RF30435,2542 -19-21FEB00-4/7

3. Disconnect front hose (A) from the

intercooler.

4. Fill system with cooling system cleaning

solution.

5. When coolant emerges from intercooler

hose, connect hose to intercooler and secure
with clamp.

6. Operate engine up to normal temperature.

Stop engine and drain system.
A-Hose
IMPORTANT: Never pour cold water or
coolant into hot engine.

7. Repeat using clean water.

Fill System with Coolant

1. Remove thermostat cover. Clean sealing
area. Apply sealant to new gasket and
install thermostats. Tighten cap screws to
48 Nm (35 lb-ft).

AG,RF30435,2542 -19-21FEB00-5/7
2. Tighten coolant drain valve (A) and
remove radiator cap from deaeration tank.

Specification

Coolant Drain Valve - 4- 3-3.7 lb-

Torque 5 Nm ft

NOTE: Connect/disconnect control (B) is

used to connect or disconnect chambers
within the radiator.

Gently turn connect/disconnect control (B)

to (C) counterclockwise to stops (E) to
open.

3. Add coolant to deareation tank until full..

4. Start engine and run it for 5 minutes.

5. Shut down engine and refill deareation

tank.

6. Gently turn connect/disconnect control

(B) to (D) clockwise to stops (E) to close. A-Drain valve
B-Connect/Disconnect Control
IMPORTANT: Valve (B) MUST be C-Counterclockwise (Open)
closed before proceeding with the D-Clockwise (Closed)
next step. E-Stops

7. Start engine and bring it up to operating

temperature.

8. Reinstall and close radiator cap.

IMPORTANT: Tractor may required to

run threw a couple thermo-cycles to
purge air from system. Coolant may
need to be added a couple times to
bring system up to full.

AG,RF30435,2542 -19-21FEB00-6/7
10. Check coolant level, using the sight
tube (A) and add coolant to overflow tank
if necessary.

A-Sight Tube

AG,RF30435,2542 -19-21FEB00-7/7

Draining Water Separator

SERVICE INTERVAL - DAILY OR 10

HOURS

Open drain valve (A) on bottom of separator

and drain accumulated water.

A-Drain Valve

OURX984,00001A9 -19-24OCT02-1/1
Cleaning Fuel Pre-Filter

Remove pre-filter bowl (A).

Clean pre-filter strainer by back-flushing as

required.

A-Pre-Fuel Filter

OURX984,00001AA -19-24OCT02-1/1
Replacing Fuel Filter

SERVICE INTERVAL - 500 HOURS or

ANNUALLY *

* Interval can vary according to operating

conditions

1. Clean exterior of filter (A) and mounting

area.

NOTE: Use a catch pan when draining fuel A-Fuel Filter

and removing the filter from the tractor. B-Drain Valve
C-Sensor Connector
2. Drain fuel from filter by opening drain D-Water Separator
valve (B).

3. Close drain.

4. Disconnect sensor connector (C).

5. Remove separator (D) from filter (A) using

a 25 mm wrench before removing filter from
tractor.

6. Install separator on replacement filter

using new O-ring.

7. Remove old filter from tractor. Additional

fuel will drain from the filter housing.

OURX984,00001AB -19-24OCT02-1/3
8. Fill the filler cup (A) with fuel and drain
excess fuel into drain pan.

IMPORTANT: Avoid fuel system

contamination. Do not pour fuel
directly into filter (B) without the filler
cup (A) installed. Injection pump
could seize.

9. Remove and dispose of filler cup.

A-Filler Cup
B-Filter

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10. Install new filter (A) on tractor. Hand

tighten plus an additional quarter of a turn.

11. Connect sensor connector (B) tucking

wiring harness behind filter.

12. Start tractor.

A-Filter
B-Sensor Connector

OURX984,00001AB -19-24OCT02-3/3
Bleeding Fuel System

1. Install clear hose assembly (A) or loosen

diagnostic receptacle (B) on top of fuel filter
base.

2. Push hand primer (C) 500 to 600 times

until flow of fuel is free of bubbles.

3. Remove hose assembly or tighten the

diagnostic receptacle (B) while gently
pushing down on the hand primer. Continue
operating primer until slight pressure is felt.

CAUTION: Avoid possible personal

injury. Slowly loosen fittings (D) and
(E).

4. Slowly loosen fittings (D) and continue

operating primer (C) until flow of fuel is free
of bubbles.
A-Hose Assembly
5. Tighten fittings (D) and continue operating
B-Diagnostic Receptacle
primer until slight pressure is felt.
C-Hand Primer
D-Fittings
6. Slowly loosen #6 fuel line fitting (E) and
E-#6 Fuel Line Fitting
push primer (C) until flow of fuel is free of
bubbles.

7. Tighten line fitting (E) and continue

operating primer until slight pressure is felt.

8. Start engine.

OURX984,00001AC -19-24OCT02-1/1
Cleaning Fuel Tank Vent Filter

SERVICE INTERVAL - 750 HOURS

Remove fuel tank vent filter (A) and clean in

soapy detergent solution.

Blow dry with compressed air and replace.

A-Fuel Tank Vent Filter

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Draining Fuel Tank Sump

SERVICE INTERVAL - 250 HOURS

Loosen small hex plug (A), while holding

large hex plug with a wrench, on both fuel
tanks. Remove small plug and drain fuel
tanks until water or sediment has been
eliminated.

NOTE: A drain valve is available for areas

or climates where more water or
sediment is noticed in the fuel. See your
John Deere Dealer.

A-Hex Plug

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Replacing Fuses and Relays

IMPORTANT: Replace fuses with fuses of

same rating as original.

DO NOT install a fuse in location F10.

This is for diagnostic readout and
calibration of electronic systems used
by your John Deere Dealer.

If a fuse is installed in F10, be sure key

switch is OFF before removing it.

DO NOT install fuses in F39 and F40

locations. This will cause park brake to
be released in tractors equipped with
AutoPowr transmission. (See PARK A-Fuse Panel
BRAKE RELEASE-AutoPowr B-Upper Panel
Transmission, in Transport Section. C-Lower Panel

Remove magnetic cover to access fuse panel

(A).

Remove top and side cover to access relays

on upper panel (B) and lower panel (C).

Remove field office and fuse panel access

cover on tractors so equipped. Remove field
office mounting bracket to access relays.

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Load Center Fuses-PQT, AQT, PST Transmissions

F1-CCU-Function F12-Reverser Switch F21-Courtesy Lights F29-Hi/Lo
Indicator Lights, F13-Light Switch-B F22-Junction Block Headlights, Loader
Creeper, Radar Terminal F23-Junction Block, Lights
F2-CCU-Brakes, F14-Dome Light, Convenience Outlet, F30-Hazard Switch,
PTO, Remote PTO, Radio, Horn, Multi- Power Strip, L/R Turn Relay,
HMS, MFWD, Function Control, Electro-Hydraulic Trailer Lights
Differential Lock Clock Control Valve F31-Seat Controller
F3-Performance F15-Convenience F24-A/C Circuit F32-Accessory
Monitor Outlet, Lighter, F25-Brake Lights Outlet Pins 4 and 7
F4-CCU-Central Junction Block, F26-Rear Roof Flood F33-Belt-line Flood
Control Unit Power Strip Lights and Roof Lights
F5-HCU-Hitch F16-Key Switch Beacon F34-Left Tail Light,
Control F17-Front and Rear F27-Front Flood Accessory Outlet Pin
F6-RCU-Reverser Wiper Lights 6
Control F18-Diagnostic F28-Rear Fender F35-Right Tail Light
F7-Diagnostic Programming Flood Lights, Right F36-Spare
Programming Connector and Left Wrap
Connector, Warning F19-KCB1 Relay, Lights, Accessory
Horn, Tachometer Left Blower Purge Outlet Pin 2
Display F20-KCB2 Relay,
F8-TLS Controller Right Blower Purge,
F9-Spare R/L Blower Switch
F10-Diagnostic
Calibration
F11-Seat Height
Switch
 AG,RX15494,3574 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Load Center Fuses-AutoPowr

Transmission

F1-CCU, Radar
F2-CCU-Brakes, PTO, Remote PTO,
HMS, MFWD, Differential Lock,
Secondary Brake
F3-Performance Monitor
F4-CCU-Central Control Unit
F5-HCU-Hitch Control
F6-UIC (User Interface Controller), ELX
F7-Diagnostic Programming Connector,
Warning Horn, Tachometer Display
F8-Row Guidance, TLS Controller
F9-Spare
F10-Diagnostic Mode
F11-Seat, Radio, Clock
F12-Spare
F13-Light Switch
F14-Clock, Turn Signal, Dome Light,
Radio, Horn, Multi-Function Control
F15-Convenience Outlet, Lighter, Junction
Block, Power Strip
F16-Key Switch
F17-Wipers
F18-Diagnostic Programming Connector
F19-Left Blower Purge, KCB1 Relay
F20-Right Blower Purge, Blower Switch,
KCB2 Relay
F21-High/Low Beam Switch, High Beam
Relay
F22-Left Junction Block
F23-Right Junction Block, Convenience
Outlets, Power Strip
F24-A/C
F25-Brake Lights, Accessory Outlet Pin 6
F26-Front and Rear Roof Flood Lights,
Roof Beacon
F27-APC (AutoPowr Controller)
F28-Rear Fender Flood Lights
F29-High/Low Beam Headlights
F30-Hazard Switch, Turn Signal Flasher,
Accessory Outlet Pins 1, 4
F31-Seat Controller, Operator Presence
F32-Accessory Outlet Pin 2
F33-Belt-Line Flood Lights, Wrap Lights
F34-Left Tail Light, Right Front Clearance
Light, Accessory Outlet Pin 5, Rear
License Plate
F35-Right Tail Light, Left Front Clearance
Light, Accessory Outlet Pin 7
F36-ECU (Engine Control Unit)
F37-Transmission Enable
F38-APC
F39-Park Release
F40-Park Release
F41-Home

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Load Center Relays and Diodes

K1-Spare (ECU K7-Right K11-Brake K16-Heating,

for AutoPowr Turn/Hazard Lamps Ventilation, Air
Transmission) Roof, Trailer K12-7-Pin Conditioning
K2-Rear Roof Lights Socket K17-Not Used
Flood Lights K8-Left Accessory K18-Not Used
K3-Headlights- Turn/Hazard K13-Electronics DB1-Six Diodes
Hi Beam Roof, Trailer (ELX) Relay-1 DB2-Six Diodes
K4-Headlights- Lights K14-Accessory-1
Lo Beam K9-Belt-line K15-Front/Rear
K5-Front Roof Flood Lights Wiper
Flood Lights K10-Spare
K6-Rear Fender
Flood Lights,
Front Wrap
Lights

RF30435,000007C -19-19JUL01-1/1

Replacing Front Lights

1. Remove side shields.

2. Remove connector (A). Remove dust

boot, and unlatch retaining spring.
Remove light element and install new
element. Latch retaining spring. Install
dust boot and connector.

3. Twist connector 1/4 turn and pull to

remove for side light (B). Replace
element and install connector.

A-Connector
B-Side Light

AG,RX15494,3576 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Adjusting Headlights
A-Headlights C-Horizontal Line D-Border of E-10% of Distance
B-Distance from on Wall Bright Area (B)
Center of
Headlight to
Ground
1. Park tractor on a level surface with 4. Set headlights on low beam and
headlights (A) 7.5 meters (25 ft) from a observe bright areas on the wall.
vertical wall.
5. Adjust headlights so the upper border
2. Measure the distance (B) from the of bright area (D) is at least one tenth of
center of a head light to the ground. distance (B) below line (C).

3. Mark a horizontal line (C) on the wall,

the same distance from the ground as
(B).

AG,RF30435,2633 -19-05MAY00-1/1
Replacing
Roof
Front
Flood
Light

Remove
screws (A)
holding
light bezel
in roof.

Remove
screws (B)
to remove
light from
bezel.

Disconnect
light
element
from
connector
(C) and
connect
new
element.

A-Screws
B-Screws
C-
Connector

AG,RX15494,3578 -19-19JAN00-1/1
Replacing
Upper Side
Flood Light

Unfasten light
retainer, twist and
pull bulb from
housing (A).

Disconnect bulb
from wiring
harness and
connect new bulb.

A-Housing

AG,RX15494,3579 -19-19JAN00-1/1
Replacing Front Turn
Signal/Position Lights

Remove lens (A).

Replace turn signal light bulb (B) or

position light bulb (C).

Reinstall lens.

A-Lens
B-Bulb
C-Bulb

AG,RX15494,3580 -19-19JAN00-1/1
Replacing Roof Rear
Flood Light

Unfasten light retainer, twist

and pull bulb from housing
(A).

Disconnect bulb from wiring

harness and connect new bulb.

A-Housing

AG,RX15494,3581 -19-19JAN00-1/1
 Replacing Fender-
Mounted Flood Light

Unfasten light retainer,

twist and pull bulb from
housing (A).

Disconnect bulb from

wiring harness and
connect new bulb.

A-Housing

AG,RX15494,3582 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Replacing Tail Lights

Remove light assembly lens screws (A).

Replace turn signal (B) or brake light (C)

bulbs.

Install lens.

A-Lens Retaining Screws

B-Turn Signal Bulb
C-Brake Light Bulb

AG,RX15494,3583 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Engine Troubleshooting

Symptom Problem Solution

Engine hard to start Incorrect starting Review starting
or will not start procedure procedure
No fuel Check fuel tank
Air in fuel line Bleed fuel line
Hand primer left raised Push primer down
Cold weather Use cold weather
starting aids
Slow starter speed See Starter Cranks
Slowly
Crankcase oil too heavy Use correct oil
viscosity
Incorrect type of fuel Consult fuel supplier;
use correct fuel type for
operating conditions
Water, dirt, or air in Drain, flush, fill and
fuel system bleed system
Clogged fuel filter Replace filters
Dirty or faulty injectors Have John Deere
Dealer check injectors
Injection pump shut-off Turn key switch to OFF
not reset then to ON
Engine knocks Insufficient oil Add oil
Injection pump out of See your John Deere
time Dealer
Low coolant Remove and check
temperature thermostats
Engine overheating See Engine Overheats

AG,RX15494,3585 -19-19JAN00-1/5

Symptom Problem Solution

Engine runs Low coolant Remove and check
irregularly or stalls temperature thermostats
frequently
Clogged in-line filter or Replace filter and flush
 fuel filter in-line filter
Water, dirt, or air in Drain, flush, fill and
fuel system bleed system
Vent on fuel tank Clean vent in solvent,
obstructed blow dry
Dirty or faulty injectors Have John Deere
Dealer check injectors
Below normal engine Defective thermostat Remove and check
temperature thermostats
Defective temperature Check gauge, sender
gauge or sender and connections
Viscous fan locked up See your John Deere
Dealer

AG,RX15494,3585 -19-19JAN00-2/5

Symptom Problem Solution

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 in-line filter or Replace filter and flush
fuel filter
Incorrect type of fuel Use correct fuel
Overheated engine See Engine Overheats
Below normal engine Remove and check
temperature thermostats
Incorrect valve See your John Deere
clearance Dealer
Dirty or faulty injectors Have John Deere
Dealer check injectors
Injection pump out of See your John Deere
time Dealer
Turbocharger not See your John Deere
functioning Dealer
 Leaking exhaust See your John Deere
manifold gasket Dealer
Implement incorrectly See implement
adjusted operator's manual
Defective aneroid See your John Deere
control line Dealer
Restricted fuel line Clean or replace fuel
line
Incorrect ballast Adjust ballast to load
Low oil pressure Low oil level Add oil
Incorrect type of oil Drain, fill crankcase
with correct quality and
viscosity of oil
High oil consumption Crankcase oil too light Use correct viscosity
oil
Oil leaks Check for leaks in
lines, around gaskets
and drain plug
Restricted crankcase Clean vent tube
vent tube
Defective turbocharger See your John Deere
Dealer

AG,RX15494,3585 -19-19JAN00-3/5

Symptom Problem Solution

Engine emits white Incorrect type of fuel Use correct fuel
smoke
Clogged or dirty air Service air cleaner
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
Turbocharger not See your John Deere
 functioning Dealer
Engine overheats Dirty radiator core, oil Remove all trash
cooler, or grille screens
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 correct
level, check radiator
and hoses for loose
connections or leaks
Faulty radiator cap See your John Deere
Dealer.
Loose or defective fan Adjust belt tension,
belts replace as needed
Cooling system needs Flush cooling system
flushing
Defective thermostat Remove and check
thermostats
Defective temperature See your John Deere
gauge or sender Dealer
Incorrect grade of fuel Use correct fuel

AG,RX15494,3585 -19-19JAN00-4/5

Symptom Problem Solution

High fuel Incorrect type of fuel Use correct fuel
consumption
Clogged or dirty air Service air cleaner
cleaner
Engine overloaded Reduce load or shift to
lower gear
Incorrect valve See your John Deere
clearance Dealer
Injection nozzles dirty See your John Deere
Dealer
Engine out of time See your John Deere
 Dealer
Implement incorrectly See implement
adjusted operator's manual
Low engine Check thermostats
temperature
Excessive ballast Adjust ballast to load
Defective turbocharger See your John Deere
Dealer

AG,RX15494,3585 -19-19JAN00-5/5

Transmission Troubleshooting

Symptom Problem Solution

Transmission oil Low oil supply Fill system with

overheats correct oil
Oil cooler air passages Clean oil coolers
clogged
Clogged transmission oil Replace filter
filter
Transmission shifted Forward/reverse lever held Restart tractor
to NEUTRAL between detents over two
(Powershift) seconds
Low transmission oil Low oil supply Fill system with
pressure (PowrQuad) correct oil
Clogged transmission Replace filter
hydraulic oil filter
 AG,RX15494,3586 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Hydraulic System Troubleshooting

Symptom Problem Solution

Entire hydraulic Low oil supply Fill system with correct

system fails to oil
function
Clogged hydraulic Replace hydraulic
filters filters
Clogged charge pump Clean screen
suction screen
Oil cooler air passages Clean oil cooler
clogged
High-pressure internal See your John Deere
leak Dealer
Hydraulic oil Low oil supply Fill system with correct
overheats oil
Oil cooler air passages Clean oil cooler
clogged
Clogged transmission Replace transmission
oil filter filter
Internal hydraulic leak See your John Deere
Dealer
Implement hydraulic See your John Deere
load not matched to Dealer
tractor
 AG,RX15494,3587 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Brakes Troubleshooting

Symptom Problem Solution

No solid pedal feel (engine Air in system See your John Deere Dealer
stopped)
Pedal settles (engine Rear brake piston seal See your John Deere Dealer
stopped) leaking
Brake bleeder not correctly See your John Deere Dealer
closed
Leakage in pump control See your John Deere Dealer
system at brake valve
Excessive pedal travel or Leakage in pump control See your John Deere Dealer
kickback (engine system
operating)
Air in system See your John Deere Dealer
Rear brake piston seal See your John Deere Dealer
leaking
Brake bleeder not correctly See your John Deere Dealer
closed

AG,RX15494,3588 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Hitch Troubleshooting

Symptom Problem Solution

Insufficient transport Center link too long Adjust center link

clearance
Lift links too long Adjust lift links
Implement not level Level implement
 Implement not correctly See implement operator's
adjusted manual
Upper height limit not Adjust upper height limit
correctly set
Hitch fails to follow lever Malfunction in lever position See your John Deere Dealer
sensor circuit or hitch position
sensor
Poor position control Load/depth mix control on Turn load/depth mix control
wrong position to the left
System is reset Enable system
Calibration fuse inadvertently Be sure key switch is OFF
moved and move fuse to spare
position
Malfunction in lever position See your John Deere Dealer
sensor circuit or hitch position
sensor
Hitch drops slowly Hitch rate-of-drop control not Adjust rate-of-drop knob
correctly set
Hitch fails to lift or lifts Excessive load on hitch Reduce load
slowly
Upper height limit not Adjust upper height limit
correctly set or failed
Implement will not Lift links too short Adjust lift links
operate at desired depth
Lack of penetration See implement operator's
manual
Draft sensor failed See your John Deere Dealer

AG,RX15494,3589 -19-19JAN00-1/2

Symptom Problem Solution

Insufficient or no hitch Load/depth mix control in Turn load/depth mix control
response to draft load wrong position to the right
System is reset Enable system
Lack of penetration See implement operator's
manual
Rate-of-drop too slow Adjust rate-of-drop knob
Hitch too responsive Load/depth mix control not Turn load/depth mix control
correctly set to the left
Hitch settles too fast after Internal circuit leakage See your John Deere Dealer
tractor is parked and
engine shut off
Hitch will not move Fuse(s) blown Replace fuses
(controls not working,
including rear raise/lower
switch)
Engine not running Start engine
Rear raise/lower switch Failure of raise/lower See your John Deere Dealer
will not move hitch switch, connector, or wiring
harness
Hitch warning indicator One or more hitch See your John Deere Dealer
flashing component failures

AG,RX15494,3589 -19-19JAN00-2/2

Selective Control Valve Troubleshooting

Symptom Problem Solution

SCV metering valve Dirt build-up Clean dirt under

knob will not turn metering valve knob
Remote cylinder will Flow check Cycle SCV levers
not lift load
Excessive load Reduce load
Hoses not completely Attach hoses correctly
installed
Incorrect remote Use correct size
cylinder size cylinder
Remote cylinder rate Incorrect rate of Adjust rate of operation
of travel too fast or operation
too slow
Direction of remote Incorrect hose Reverse hose
cylinder travel is connections connections
reversed
Hoses will not couple Incorrect hose male Replace connectors
connectors with ISO Standard
connectors
Detent does not hold Detent selector in Turn selector to correct
or releases too soon wrong position position
Pressure restriction Reduce oil flow by
with some implements changing metering
valve setting
Flow control or detent Adjust detent relief
release setting incorrect setting
SCV lever does not Detent selector not in Turn selector to correct
release the automatic detent position
position
Built-in pressure Increase oil flow by
leakage with some changing metering
implements valve setting
Flow control or detent Adjust detent relief
release setting incorrect setting

AG,RX15494,3590 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Electrical System Troubleshooting

Symptom Problem Solution

Voltage indicator flashing Excessive start-stop Leave engine running more

when there is low battery operation
voltage (key ON and
engine stopped)
Defective battery Check electrolyte level and
specific gravity
Low charging voltage Have your John Deere
Dealer check charging
circuit
High resistance in charging Have your John Deere
circuit Dealer check charging
circuit
 Indicator malfunction Have your John Deere
Dealer check indicator
Voltage and service alert Low engine speed Increase speed
indicators flashing
indicating low charging
voltage (engine running)
Belt slipping Check belt tension
Defective battery Check electrolyte level and
specific gravity
Defective alternator Have your John Deere
Dealer check alternator
Excessive electrical load Decrease load
Voltage and service alert Faulty connection to Check wiring connections
indicators flashing alternator
indicating excessive
charging voltage
Defective regulator Have your John Deere
Dealer check alternator
Excessive electrical load Decrease load

AG,RX15494,3591 -19-19JAN00-1/3

Symptom Problem Solution

Voltage indicator flashing Faulty connection to Check wiring connections
indicating excessive alternator
charging voltage
Defective regulator Have your John Deere
Dealer check alternator
Batteries will not charge Loose or corroded Clean and tighten
connections connections
Sulfated or worn-out Check electrolyte level and
batteries specific gravity
Loose or defective alternator Adjust belt tension or
belt replace belts
Starter inoperative Transmission in gear Place transmission in
NEUTRAL
Faulty or maladjusted starter See your John Deere Dealer
safety switch or starter
 solenoid malfunction
Loose or corroded Clean and tighten loose
connections connections
Low battery output See your John Deere Dealer
Blown fuse Replace fuse
Starter cranks slowly Low battery output Check electrolyte level and
specific gravity
Crankcase oil too heavy Use correct viscosity oil
Loose or corroded Clean and tighten loose
connections connections
Light system does not Blown fuse Replace fuse
function; rest of electrical
system functions
Entire electrical system Faulty battery connection Clean and tighten
does not function connections
Sulfated or worn out Check electrolyte level and
batteries specific gravity
Blown fuse Replace fuse
Blown or loose fusible link Replace fusible link (under
seat)

AG,RX15494,3591 -19-19JAN00-2/3

Symptom Problem Solution

Blower malfunctioning Blower does not work Check all blower fuses
Blower operates only in Blown blower resistance See you John Deere Dealer
PURGE assembly

AG,RX15494,3591 -19-19JAN00-3/3

Operator Enclosure Troubleshooting

Symptom Problem Solution

Blower not keeping dust Defective seal around Check seal condition
out of operator filter
enclosure Check filter for correct installation
Defective filter Replace filter
Excessive air leak Seal air leaks
Blower air flow too low See Blower Air Flow Too Low
Blower air flow too low Clogged filter or air Clean
intake screen
Heater core or Clean
evaporator core clogged
Heater will not shut off Heater hoses connected See your John Deere Dealer
incorrectly
Air conditioner not Low voltage Check charging circuit. (See
cooling SERVICING AIR
CONDITIONER, in General
Maintenance and Inspection
Section)
Low refrigerant Check sight glass. (See
SERVICING AIR
CONDITIONER, in General
Maintenance and Inspection
Section)
Belt slipping Check belt tension
Heater turned on Turn heater off
Compressor stuck Rock compressor pulley back and
forth
Intermittent coolant Air restriction Clean side screens, radiator and oil
cooler condenser. (See
SERVICING AIR
CONDITIONER, in General
Maintenance and Inspection
Section)
Water leaking from Plugged air conditioning Clean drain hoses
under seat condensate drain hoses
Heater hoses leaking Replace heater hoses
Seat suspension sticking Foreign objects under Keep area under seat completely
seat clear

AG,RX15494,3592 -19-19JAN00-1/2
Symptom Problem Solution
Seat suspension not Blown fuse Replace fuse
working
Radio does not function Blown fuse Replace fuse

AG,RX15494,3592 -19-19JAN00-2/2

Tractor Operation Troubleshooting

Symptom Problem Solution

Tractor bounces or Power hop/wheel Check weight split

jumps hop
Check ballast

Check inflation pressures

See CONTROLLING
POWER HOP, in the
Performance Ballasting
Section

See your John Deere Dealer

AG,RX15494,3593 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Placing Tractor in Long-Term Storage

IMPORTANT: If the tractor will not be 10. Crank engine a few revolutions
used for several months, the
following recommendations for 11. Seal air inlets, exhaust, crankcase vent
storage and removal from storage tube, crankcase fill cap, fuel tank cap,
will minimize corrosion and radiator overflow hose, and transmission-
deterioration. hydraulic system fill cap using plastic bags
and tape
Use the AR41785 Engine Storage Kit
available from your John Deere Dealer. 12. Remove alternator, fan, and compressor
Perform the following steps for long-term belt
tractor storage:
13. Remove and store batteries in a cool dry
1. Change engine oil and replace the filter location-(keep batteries charged) 1

2. Add 621 mL (21 oz) of corrosion 14. Coat all exposed metal surfaces with
inhibitor to the engine crankcase corrosion inhibitor

3. Service the air cleaner 15. Cover instrument panel, control levers,
and seat
4. Add 296 mL (10 oz) corrosion inhibitor
to the transmission-hydraulic system 16. Raise tires off the ground and protect
tires from heat and sunlight
5. Drain the fuel tank and add back 10 L
(2.5 gal) of fuel 17. Thoroughly clean the tractor touching
up any scratched or chipped painted
6. Disconnect starting aid line from air surfaces
intake
18. Lubricate all grease fittings
7. Pour 89 mL (3 oz) of corrosion inhibitor
into intake system 19. Cover the entire tractor with waterproof
material if it is to be stored outside
8. Connect starting aid line
20. Rotate A/C compressor pulley several
9. Disconnect fuel shut-off solenoid and turns once a month to prevent seizure of
seal the harness ends compressor

1
Disconnect battery ground cable for short-term storage periods (20 to 90 days)

AG,RX15494,3594 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Removing Tractor From Storage

Perform the following steps to 10. Disconnect fuel shut-off

remove tractor from storage: solenoid and crank the engine a few
revolutions
1. Remove all coverings in cab
IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate
2. Unseal all openings sealed during the starter for more than 30
storage seconds. Wait at least two
minutes for starter to cool
3. Install alternator, fan, and before trying again.
compressor belt
11. Connect fuel shut-off solenoid
 4. Check all fluid levels and start engine

5. Fill the fuel tank 12. Operate engine at slow idle for
several minutes
6. Check tire inflation pressures-
(See Wheels, Tires, and Treads IMPORTANT: If air conditioning
Section) compressor is locked up,
engine operation with
7. Install batteries and connect compressor clutch engaged
cables will damage belt or
compressor.
8. Perform all 10 Hour, 250 Hour,
and 750 Hour services as required- 13. Check air conditioning
(See Maintenance and Service
Intervals Section) 14. Check all other system functions

9. Check all instruments and 15. Warm up tractor before putting

indicators by turning key to the ON tractor under load
position

AG,RX15494,3595 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Paint Finish Care

Washing tractor regularly will preserve the Waxing tractor occasionally may be
finish. Wash tractor in indirect sunlight. All necessary to remove residue from paint
cleaning agents should be flushed promptly finish. Do not use waxes containing
and not allowed to dry on the paint surface. abrasive compounds.

IMPORTANT: Do not use hot water, Inspect paint surface, during washing or
strong soaps or chemical detergents. waxing, for chips and scratches. Repaint
Use liquid hand, dish or car washing any areas where paint has been removed.
(non detergent) soaps. Cleaning Paint materials are available from your John
agents containing acid or abrasives Deere Dealer.
should not be used.

AG,RX15494,3596 -19-19JAN00-1/1

Specifications
7710 7810
Power:
ECE-R24 at Rated Speed 118 kW (160 hp) 129 kW (175 hp)
Rated Speed 2100 rpm 2100 rpm

Engine:

Type Diesel Diesel

Cylinders In-line 6 In-line 6
Aspiration Turbocharged Turbocharged
Lubrication Full pressure-full flow Full pressure-full flow
Displacement 8.1 L (496 in.3 ) 8.1 L (496 in.3 )
Bore 116 mm (4.57 in.) 116 mm (4.57 in.)
Stroke 128.5 mm (5.06 in.) 128.5 mm (5.06 in.)
Compression Ratio 16.5:1 16.5:1
Slow idle speed 800-900 rpm 800-900 rpm
Fast idle speed 2225-2325 rpm 2225-2325 rpm

Capacities:

Fuel Tank 344 L (91 gal) 344 L (91 gal)

Cooling System 33 L (35 qt) 33 L (35 qt)
Crankcase with Filter 24 L (25.0 qt) 24 L (25.0 qt)
Transmission, Differential, and Hydraulic
System:
.. Powershift, AutoPowr 102.3 L (27 gal) 102.3 L (27 gal)
.. PowrQuad, AutoQuad II 98.3 L (25.9 gal) 98.3 L (25.9 gal)
Transmission,
Differential, and
Hydraulic System:
... AutoPowr with
102.3 L (27 gal) 102.3 L (27 gal)
MFWD
.. PowrQuad with Creeper 102.3 L (27 gal) 102.3 L (27 gal)
Mechanical Front Wheel Drive:
.. Axle Housing 14.4 L (15.2 qt) 14.4 L (15.2 qt)
.. Wheel Hubs 1.9 L (2 qt) 1.9 L (2 qt)

Fuel System:

Type Direct Injection Direct Injection Direct Injection

Injection Pump Type Rotary In-line In-line
Injection Pump Timing TDC TDC TDC
Air Cleaner Dry Type Dual Dry Type Dual Dry Type Dual
Element Element Element

Cooling System:

Type ... 69 kPa (0.7 bar) (10 psi) with Centrifugal Pump
Thermostats ... Two Heavy-Duty

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Hydraulic System:

Type ... Closed-Center, Pressure/Flow Compensated

Pump ... 9-Piston, Variable Displacement Axial
Pump Displacement ... 40 cm3 (2.4 in.3)
Maximum Pressure... 20 000 kPa (200 bar) (2900 psi)
Steering System ... Hydrostatic
Available Flow at one SCV: ... 96 L/min (26 gpm)
Hitch Lift Capacity per OECD Procedures (610 mm (24 in.) Behind Hitch Points
Through Entire Lift Range) ... 4485 kg (9880 lb)

Electrical System:
Type ... 12 Volt, Negative Ground
Alternator ... 140 amp
Batteries ... Two 12 Volt in Parallel
.. Group ... 31
.. Cold Cranking Amps ... 1850
.. Capacity (approximate minutes) ... 190

Transmission:

Powershift:
.. Type ... Planetary Gears, Hydraulically Activated, Wet Disk Clutches and Brakes
.. Gear Selections ... 19 Forward, 7 Reverse
.. Shifting ... Electro-Hydraulic, Full Power Shift On-the-Go, and Under Load

PowrQuad:
.. Type ... Planetary Gears, Hydraulically Activated, Wet Disk Clutches and Brakes
.. Gear Selections ... 16 or 20 Forward, 16 or 20 Reverse
.. Shifting ... Mechanical-Hydraulic, Full Power Shift On-the-Go, and Under Load in
Each Range

AutoQuad II:
.. Type ... Planetary Gears, Hydraulically Activated, Wet Disk Clutches and Brakes
.. Gear Selections ... 16 or 20 Forward, 16 or 20 Reverse
.. Shifting ... Mechanical and Electro-Hydraulic, Full Power Shift On-the-Go, and Under
Load in Each Range

AutoPowr:
.. Type ... Hydro-Mechanical, Hydrostatic Module, Wet Disk Clutches and Brake
.. Speed Selections ... Infinitely Variable between 50 m/h and 40 km/h or 50 km/h
.. Shifting ... Automatic Shifting under Load
AutoPowr:
Type ... Hydro-Mechanical, Hydrostatic Module, Wet Disk Clutches and Brake
Speed Selections ... Infinitely Variable between 50 m/h and 40 km/h
Shifting ... Automatic Shifting under Load

Sound Level:
Maximum sound level at operator's ear in accordance with Directive 86/188 EEC.
Measurement method in accordance with Directive 77/311 EEC, Annex II, with cab
closed.

All Models ... 71.5 dBa

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Power Take Off:

Type ... Fully Independent Shiftable Dual Speed

Speed:
.. 540 rpm or 540E rpm ... 1730 Engine rpm
.. 1000 rpm ... 1973 Engine rpm
Size ... 35 mm (1-3/8 in.)
Clutch ... Electro-Hydraulically Operated Multiple-Disk Wet Clutch

Weight:

Weight (Average Shipping):

Cab and 20.8R42 Rear and 16.9R30 Front Tires:

... 7710 ... 6510 kg (14340 lb)
... 7810 ... 6590 kg (14515 lb)
Maximum Permissible Vertical Static Load:
Drawbar (Normal Position)... 1420 kg (3130 lb)
Drawbar (Fully Retracted)... 2850 kg (6280 lb)
Pickup Hitch (Hook) ...3000 kg (6600 lb)
Adjustable Height Wagon Hitch ... 1500 kg (3300 lb)
Maximum Permissible Front Axle Loads ... 4800 kg (10570 lb)
Maximum Permissible Rear Axle Loads ... 10 000 kg (22025 lb)
Maximum Permissible Tractor Weight ... 11 500 kg (25330 lb)
Maximum Total Weight (Tractor and Trailer)... 40 000 kg (88000 lb)
 AG,RX15494,3597 -19-19JAN00-3/3

Overall Dimensions
7710 7810

Wheelbase 2800 mm (110 in.) 2800 mm (110 in.)

Overall Length * 4755 mm (187.2 in.) 4755 mm (187.2 in.)

Width (Axle Length) 2438 mm (96 in.) 2438 mm (96 in.)

Overall Height (Top of Cab) 3058 mm (120.4 in.) 3058 mm (120.4 in.)
with 20.8R42 Rear with 710/70R38
Tires Rear Tires

Ground Clearance (Front Axle, Off-Center) 628 mm (24.7 in.) 628 mm (24.7 in.)
with 20.8R42 Rear with 710/70R38
Tires Rear Tires

Drawbar Clearance 343 mm (15.5 in.) 442 mm (17.4 in.)

Turning Radius ** (MFWD Disengaged and 5130 mm (202 in.) 5130 mm (202 in.)
Without Brakes)

Turning Radius ** (MFWD Engaged and 5360 (211 in.) 5360 (211 in.)
Without Brakes)

* Includes Hitch and Drawbar

** With 16.9R28 Front Tires and 1780 mm (70.1 in.) Tread Setting
 AG,RX15494,3598 -19-28SEP01-1/1

Ground Speeds-Powershift Transmission

Engine speed 2100 rpm

20.8R38, 520/85R38, or 650/75R34 20.8R42, 620/70R42, 650/65R42, or
REAR TIRES 710/70R38 REAR TIRES
30K 40K 30K 40K
TRANSMISSION TRANSMISSION TRANSMISSION TRANSMISSION

Gear km/h mph km/h mph km/h mph km/h mph

1 1.2 0.8 1.6 1.0 1.3 0.8 1.7 1.0
2 1.8 1.1 2.3 1.4 1.9 1.2 2.5 1.5
3 2.2 1.4 2.9 1.8 2.4 1.5 3.1 1.9
4 2.7 1.7 3.5 2.2 2.9 1.8 3.7 2.3
5 3.1 1.9 4.1 2.5 3.3 2.0 4.3 2.7
6 3.6 2.2 4.6 2.9 3.7 2.3 4.9 3.0
7 4.1 2.5 5.3 3.3 4.3 2.7 5.6 3.5
8 4.9 3.0 6.3 3.9 5.1 3.2 6.7 4.2
9 5.6 3.5 7.3 4.5 5.9 3.7 7.7 4.8
10 6.4 4.0 8.3 5.2 6.7 4.2 8.7 5.4
11 7.3 4.6 9.6 5.9 7.7 4.8 10.1 6.3
12 8.4 5.2 11.0 6.8 8.9 5.5 11.6 7.2
13 9.7 6.0 12.6 7.9 10.2 6.4 13.3 8.3
14 11.0 6.8 14.3 8.9 11.6 7.2 15.1 9.4
15 12.7 7.9 16.5 10.3 13.4 8.3 17.4 10.8
16 14.2 8.8 18.5 11.5 15.0 9.3 19.5 12.1
17 17.6 10.9 22.9 14.2 18.5 11.5 24.1 15.0
18 24.6 15.3 32.0 19.9 25.9 16.1 33.7 21.0
19 30.4 18.9 39.6 24.6 32.0 19.9 41.7 25.9

R1 2.0 1.2 2.6 1.6 2.1 1.3 2.8 1.7

R2 2.9 1.8 3.7 2.3 3.0 1.9 3.9 2.5
R3 4.4 2.7 5.7 3.5 4.6 2.9 6.0 3.7
R4 5.0 3.1 6.6 4.1 5.3 3.3 6.9 4.3
R5 5.7 3.5 7.4 4.6 6.0 3.7 7.8 4.9
R6 6.6 4.1 8.6 5.3 6.9 4.3 9.0 5.6
R7 12.7 7.9 16.6 10.3 13.4 8.3 17.5 10.9
 AG,RX15494,3599 -19-28SEP01-1/1

Ground Speeds-16-Speed PowrQuad Transmission

Engine speed 2100 rpm

20.8R38, 520/85R38, or 650/75R34 20.8R42, 620/70R42, 650/65R42

REAR TIRES or 710/70R38 REAR TIRES
WITHOUT WITH WITHOUT WITH
CREEPER CREEPER CREEPER CREEPER

Gear km/h mph km/h mph km/h mph km/h mph

A1 2.4 1.5 0.25 0.15 2.6 1.6 0.27 0.17
A2 3.0 1.8 0.31 0.19 3.1 1.9 0.32 0.20
A3 3.5 2.2 0.37 0.23 3.7 2.3 0.39 0.24
A4 4.3 2.7 0.45 0.28 4.6 2.8 0.47 0.29
B1 5.2 3.2 0.54 0.33 5.5 3.4 0.57 0.35
B2 6.3 3.9 0.65 0.40 6.6 4.1 0.68 0.42
B3 7.5 4.6 0.77 0.48 7.9 4.9 0.82 0.51
B4 9.2 5.6 0.95 0.59 9.7 6.0 1.00 0.62
C1 8.3 5.1 0.85 0.53 8.7 5.4 0.90 0.56
C2 10.0 6.2 1.03 0.64 10.5 6.5 1.09 0.67
C3 11.9 7.4 1.23 0.77 12.6 7.8 1.30 0.81
C4 14.3 9.1 1.51 0.94 15.4 9.6 1.59 0.99
D1 17.1 10.6 - - 18.1 11.2 - -
D2 20.2 12.8 - - 21.8 13.5 - -
D3 24.7 15.3 - - 26.0 16.2 - -
D4 30.3 18.8 - - 31.9 19.8 - -

A-R1 2.5 1.6 0.26 0.16 2.7 1.7 0.28 0.18

A-R2 3.1 1.9 0.32 0.20 3.2 2.0 0.33 0.21
A-R3 3.6 2.3 0.38 0.24 3.9 2.4 0.41 0.25
 A-R4 4.5 2.8 0.47 0.29 4.8 2.9 0.49 0.30
B-R1 5.4 3.3 0.56 0.34 5.7 3.5 0.59 0.36
B-R2 6.6 4.1 0.68 0.42 6.9 4.3 0.71 0.44
B-R3 7.8 4.8 0.80 0.50 8.2 5.1 0.85 0.53
B-R4 9.6 5.8 0.99 0.61 10.1 6.2 1.04 0.64
C-R1 8.6 5.3 0.88 0.55 9.1 5.6 0.94 0.58
C-R2 10.4 6.4 1.07 0.67 10.9 6.8 1.13 0.70
C-R3 12.4 7.7 1.28 0.80 13.1 8.1 1.35 0.84
C-R4 14.9 9.5 1.57 0.98 16.0 10.0 1.65 1.03
D-R1 17.8 11.0 - - 18.8 11.7 - -
D-R2 21.0 13.3 - - 22.7 14.0 - -
D-R3 25.7 15.9 - - 27.0 16.9 - -
D-R4 31.5 19.6 - - 33.2 20.6 - -

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Ground Speeds-20-Speed AutoQuad II and PowrQuad Transmissions

Engine speed 2100 rpm

20.8R38, 520/85R38, or 650/75R34 20.8R42, 620/70R42, 650/65R42 or
REAR TIRES 710/70R38 REAR TIRES
WITHOUT WITHOUT WITH
CREEPER WITH CREEPER CREEPER CREEPER

Gear km/h mph km/h mph km/h mph km/h mph

A1 2.4 1.5 0.25 0.16 2.6 1.6 0.27 0.17
A2 3.0 1.8 0.31 0.19 3.1 1.9 0.32 0.20
A3 3.5 2.2 0.37 0.23 3.7 2.3 0.39 0.24
A4 4.3 2.7 0.45 0.28 4.6 2.8 0.47 0.29
B1 5.2 3.2 0.54 0.33 5.5 3.4 0.57 0.35
B2 6.3 3.9 0.65 0.40 6.6 4.1 0.68 0.42
B3 7.5 4.6 0.77 0.48 7.9 4.9 0.82 0.51
B4 9.2 5.7 0.95 0.59 9.7 6.0 1.00 0.62
C1 8.3 5.1 0.85 0.53 8.7 5.4 0.90 0.56
C2 10.0 6.2 1.03 0.64 10.5 6.5 1.09 0.67
C3 11.9 7.4 1.23 0.77 12.6 7.8 1.30 0.81
C4 14.6 9.1 1.51 0.94 15.4 9.6 1.59 0.99
D1 15.3 9.5 - - 16.1 10.0 - -
D2 18.4 11.4 - - 19.4 12.1 - -
D3 22.0 13.7 - - 23.2 14.4 - -
D4 27.0 16.8 - - 28.5 17.7 - -
E1 22.7 14.1 - - 23.9 14.8 - -
E2 27.3 17.0 - - 28.8 17.9 - -
E3 32.7 20.3 - - 34.4 21.4 - -
E4 40.0 24.9 - - 42.2 26.2 - -

A-R1 2.5 1.6 0.26 0.17 2.7 1.7 0.28 0.18

A-R2 3.1 1.9 0.32 0.20 3.2 2.0 0.33 0.21
A-R3 3.6 2.3 0.38 0.24 3.9 2.4 0.41 0.25
A-R4 4.5 2.8 0.47 0.29 4.8 2.9 0.49 0.30
B-R1 5.4 3.3 0.56 0.34 5.7 3.5 0.59 0.36
B-R2 6.6 4.1 0.68 0.42 6.9 4.3 0.71 0.44
B-R3 7.8 4.8 0.80 0.50 8.2 5.1 0.85 0.53
B-R4 9.6 5.9 0.99 0.61 10.1 6.2 1.04 0.64
C-R1 8.6 5.3 0.88 0.55 9.1 5.6 0.94 0.58
C-R2 10.4 6.4 1.07 0.67 10.9 6.8 1.13 0.70
C-R3 12.4 7.7 1.28 0.80 13.1 8.1 1.35 0.84
C-R4 15.2 9.5 1.57 0.98 16.0 10.0 1.65 1.03
D-R1 15.9 9.9 - - 16.7 10.4 - -
D-R2 19.1 11.1 - - 20.2 12.6 - -
D-R3 22.9 14.2 - - 24.1 15.0 - -
D-R4 28.1 17.5 - - 29.6 18.4 - -
E-R1 23.6 14.7 - - 24.9 15.4 - -
E-R2 28.4 17.7 - - 30.0 18.6 - -
E-R3 34.0 21.1 - - 35.8 22.3 - -
E-R4 41.6 25.9 - - 43.9 27.3 - -
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Ground Speeds-20-Speed AutoQuad II Transmission (50 km/h)

Engine speed 2100 rpm

710/70R38, 650/65R42,
or 20.8R42 REAR
TIRES

Gear km/h mph

A1 2.7 1.7
A2 3.3 2.0
A3 3.9 2.4
A4 4.8 3.0
B1 5.8 3.6
B2 6.9 4.3
B3 8.3 5.2
B4 10.2 6.3
C1 9.2 5.7
C2 11.0 6.9
C3 13.2 8.2
C4 16.2 10.1
D1 17.0 10.5
D2 20.4 12.7
D3 24.5 15.2
D4 30.0 18.6
E1 29.3 18.2
E2 35.3 21.9
E3 42.3 26.3
E4 50.0 31.3

A-R1 2.7 1.7

A-R2 3.3 2.1
A-R3 4.0 2.4
A-R4 4.8 3.0
 B-R1 5.8 3.6
B-R2 6.9 4.3
B-R3 8.3 5.2
B-R4 10.2 6.3
C-R1 9.2 5.7
C-R2 11.0 6.9
C-R3 13.2 8.2
C-R4 16.2 10.0
D-R1 17.0 10.5
D-R2 20.4 12.7
D-R3 24.5 15.2
D-R4 30.0 18.6
E-R1 29.3 18.2
E-R2 35.3 22.0
E-R3 42.3 26.3
E-R4 50.0 31.1

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Metric Bolt and Cap Screw Torque Values

Top, Property Class and Head Markings; Bottom, Property Class and Nut M

Class 4.8 Class 8.8 or 9.8 Class 10.9

Size Lubricated Nm(lb- Dry Nm(lb- Lubricated Nm(lb- Dry Nm(lb- Lubricated Nm(lb- Dryb Nm
a b a b a

ft) ft) ft) ft) ft) ft)

M6 4.7 (3.5) 6 (4.4) 9 (6.6) 11.5 (8.5) 13 (9.5) 16.5 (1
M8 11.5 (8.5) 14.5 (10.7) 22 (16) 28 (20.5) 32 (23.5) 40 (29
M10 23 (17) 29 (21) 43 (32) 55 (40) 63 (46) 80 (5
M12 40 (29.5) 50 (37) 75 (55) 95 (70) 110 (80) 140 (1
M14 63 (46) 80 (59) 120 (88) 150 (110) 175 (130) 220 (1
M16 100 (74) 125 (92) 190 (140) 240 (175) 275 (200) 350 (2
M18 135 (100) 170 (125) 265 (195) 330 (245) 375 (275) 475 (3
M20 190 (140) 245 (180) 375 (275) 475 (350) 530 (390) 675 (5
M22 265 (195) 330 (245) 510 (375) 650 (480) 725 (535) 920 (6
M24 330 (245) 425 (315) 650 (480) 820 (600) 920 (680) 1150 (8
M27 490 (360) 625 (460) 950 (700) 1200 (885) 1350 (1000) 1700 (1
M30 660 (490) 850 (625) 1290 (950) 1630 (1200) 1850 (1350) 2300 (1
M33 900 (665) 1150 (850) 1750 (1300) 2200 (1625) 2500 (1850) 3150 (2
M36 1150 (850) 1450 (1075) 2250 (1650) 2850 (2100) 3200 (2350) 4050 (3
a
"Lubricated" means coated with a lubricant such as engine oil, or fasteners with phosphate and oil coat
b
"Dry" means plain or zinc plated without any lubrication.

DO NOT use these values if a different torque value or tightening Make sure fastener threads are cl
procedure is given for a specific application. Torque values listed are for engagement. This will prevent th
general use only. Check tightness of fasteners periodically.

Shear bolts are designed to fail under predetermined loads. Always Tighten plastic insert or crimped
replace shear bolts with identical property class. percent of the dry torque shown i
bolt head. Tighten toothed or serr
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.

Unified Inch Bolt and Cap Screw Torque Values

Top, SAE Grade and Head Markings; Bottom, SAE Grade and Nut Markings

Grade 1 (No Mark) Grade 2a (No Mark) Grade 5, 5.1 or 5.2

Size Lubricated Nm(lb- Dry Nm(lb- Lubricated Nm(lb- Dry Nm(lb- Lubricatedb Nm(lb- Dryc Nm
b c b c

ft) ft) ft) ft) ft) ft)

1/4 3.8 (2.8) 4.7 (3.5) 6 (4.4) 7.5 (5.5) 9.5 (7) 12 (9
5/16 7.7 (5.7) 9.8 (7.2) 12 (9) 15.5 (11.5) 19.5 (14.5) 25 (18
3/8 13.5 (10) 17.5 (13) 22 (16) 27.5 (20) 35 (26) 44 (32
7/16 22 (16) 28 (20.5) 35 (26) 44 (32.5) 56 (41) 70 (5
1/2 34 (25) 42 (31) 53 (39) 67 (49) 85 (63) 110 (8
9/16 48 (35.5) 60 (45) 76 (56) 95 (70) 125 (92) 155 (1
5/8 67 (49) 85 (63) 105 (77) 135 (100) 170 (125) 215 (1
3/4 120 (88) 150 (110) 190 (140) 240 (175) 300 (220) 380 (2
7/8 190 (140) 240 (175) 190 (140) 240 (175) 490 (360) 615 (4
1 285 (210) 360 (265) 285 (210) 360 (265) 730 (540) 920 (6
1- 400 (300) 510 (375) 400 (300) 510 (375) 910 (670) 1150 (8
1/8
1- 570 (420) 725 (535) 570 (420) 725 (535) 1280 (945) 1630 (1
1/4
1- 750 (550) 950 (700) 750 (550) 950 (700) 1700 (1250) 2140 (1
3/8
1- 990 (730) 1250 (930) 990 (730) 1250 (930) 2250 (1650) 2850 (2
1/2
a
Grade 2 applies for hex cap screws (not hex bolts) up to 6 in. (152 mm) long. Grade 1 applies for hex cap
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 coat
c
"Dry" means plain or zinc plated without any lubrication.

DO NOT use these values if a different torque value or tightening Make sure fastener threads are cl
procedure is given for a specific application. Torque values listed are for engagement. This will prevent th
general use only. Check tightness of fasteners periodically.

Shear bolts are designed to fail under predetermined loads. Always Tighten plastic insert or crimped
replace shear bolts with identical grade. percent of the dry torque shown i
bolt head. Tighten toothed or serr
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.

Declaration of Conformity
Identification Numbers

Each tractor has the identification plates and/or pin stamped markings Also, they are needed for law enf
shown on these pages. The letters and numbers stamped on the plates ever stolen. ACCURATELY rec
identify a component or assembly. ALL these characters are needed when provided in each of the following
ordering parts or identifying a tractor or component for any John Deere
product support program.
Record Tractor Identification Number

Identification number plate (A) is located on the right frame

near front of engine.

Serial Number

*___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___*

AG,R

Record Engine Serial Number

Identification plate (A) is located on the left side of

engine near starter.

Serial Number

*___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___
___ ___*
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Record Cab Serial Number

Identification plate (A) is located on the

right side of cab.

Serial Number

*___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

___ ___ ___ ___*

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Record MFWD Axle
Serial Number

Identification number (A) is

located on left rear side of
the MFWD axle housing.

Serial Number

*___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___
___*

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Record Triple Link
Suspended MFWD Axle

Identification number (A) is

located on left rear side of
the suspended MFWD axle
housing.

Serial Number

*___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___
___*

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Record Differential Case Serial
Number

Identification plate (A) is located on top

side of differential case above left final
drive.

Serial Number

*___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

___ ___ ___ ___*

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Glossary of Terms

Term Abbreviation Definition

Accessory ACC Secondary electrical system

Air Conditioning A/C System used for conditioning the air in

the cab

Air Quality System AQS System used to control conditioned air

in the cab

Alternating Current AC Electrical current that reverses its

direction at regularly recurring
intervals

Circulator Motor Symbols for circulator motor speeds

O Medium Speed
++ Fastest Speed

Cold Cranking CCA Refers to battery capability to perform

Amperes during cold weather operation
Direct Current DC Electrical current flowing in one
direction only

Electro-Hydraulic EH Refers to an electrically controlled

hydraulic valve function

Gallons Per Minute gpm Flow measured in one minute

Headland HMS System to control hitch, PTO, MFWD

Management System and differential lock during headland
turns

Ignition IGN Control for starting and stopping the

tractor

International ISO Standards organization

Standards
Organization

Liters Per Minute L/min Flow measured in one minute

Mechanical Front MFWD Powered front axle which is driven

Wheel Drive mechanically from the transmission

Power Take-Off PTO Power source derived from engine

Pressure Control PCV Valve used to control pressure within a

Valve system

Product PIN Serial number relating to tractor

Identification identification
Number

Revolutions Per rpm Abbreviation

Minute

Selective Control SCV Device used to control remote

Valve hydraulic functions

Slow Moving SMV Warning sign on the rear of the tractor

Vehicle

Triple Link TLS Suspended front axle system

Suspension

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John Deere Parts

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
stay a jump ahead of your
needs.

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The Right Tools

Precision tools and testing

equipment enable our
Service Department to locate
and correct troubles quickly
. . . to save you time and
money.

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Well-Trained
Technicians

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.

Result?

Experience you can count

on!

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Prompt Service

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: see
us, depend on us.

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