Compact Utility Tractor with Gear Transmission
Introduction
Product Identification
Safety
Operating
Replacement Parts
Service Intervals
Service Lubrication
Service Engine
Service Transmission
Transmission and Hydraulic Oil
Checking Transmission Oil Level
Changing Transmission Oil and Filter
Service Electrical
Service Miscellaneous
Troubleshooting
Storage
Assembly
Specifications
Warranty
John Deere Quality Statement
Service Record
Service Transmission
Front Axle Gear Oil
· John Deere GL-5 Gear Lubricant is recommended.
· Other oils may be used provided they meet the following specifications:
Checking Front Axle Oil Level
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Allow oil one hour to settle before checking level to ensure accurate dipstick reading. Re-check oil level after several hours of operation. |
1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.) Allow machine to cool down for at least one hour.
2. Remove dipstick (A) located at right side of front axle.
3. Wipe dipstick dry. Insert dipstick into axle hole but DO NOT tighten into axle case.
4. Remove dipstick. Oil level should be at top mark (B). If oil level is low:
a. Add John Deere GL-5 Gear Lubricant or equivalent through dipstick opening until oil level is correct.
b. Install and tighten dipstick.
5. Check front axle oil level again after the first several hours of operation.
Changing Front Axle Oil
NOTE: Change front axle oil immediately after operating tractor while oil is still warm.
1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)
2. Remove dipstick (A) at right side of front axle or the fill plug at same location on left side of front axle.
NOTE: For draining purposes, front axle contains approximately 2.1 L (2.25 qt) of oil.
3. Prepare drain pan under axle drain plug (B) at both sides of front axle. Remove axle drain plugs and allow to drain completely.
4. Prepare drain pan under differential drain plug (C). Remove differential drain plug and allow to drain completely.
5. Install and tighten drain plugs (B and C) after all oil has drained.
6. Add approximately 2.1 L (2.25 qts) of John Deere GL-5 Gear Lubricant or equivalent through dipstick or fill plug opening.
7. Install and tighten dipstick or fill plug.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Allow oil one hour to settle before checking level to ensure accurate dipstick reading. Check oil level after several hours of operation. |
8. Check front axle oil level.
Transmission and Hydraulic Oil
Use oil viscosity based on the expected air temperature range during the period between oil changes.
The following John Deere transmission and hydraulic oil is preferred:
· Low Viscosity HY-GARD® (JDM J20D)
The following John Deere oil is also recommended if preferred oil is not available:
Other oils may be used if recommended John Deere oils are not available, provided they meet one of the following specifications:
· John Deere Standard JDM J20D
· John Deere Standard JDM J20C
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! You can mix Low Viscosity HY-GARD® and HY-GARD®. Do not mix any other oils in this transmission. Do not use engine oil or "Type F" (Red) Automatic Transmission Fluid. |
Checking Transmission Oil Level
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Allow oil one hour to settle before checking level to ensure accurate dipstick reading. Check oil level after several hours of operation. |
1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.) Allow machine to cool down for at least one hour.
2. Remove dipstick (A) located behind operator's seat. Wipe dipstick with a clean rag.
3. Return dipstick to dipstick tube and seat it in position.
4. Remove dipstick and check oil level. Oil level should be up to mark (B).
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Do not overfill transmission. Oil expands during operation and could overflow. |
5. If oil level is low, fill to correct level with John Deere Low Viscosity HY-GARD® (JDM J20D) or equivalent.
Changing Transmission Oil and Filter
1. Run engine a few minutes to warm the transmission oil.
2. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)
NOTE: For draining purposes, the transmission contains approximately 21 L (5.5 gal) of oil.
3. Place a drain pan under either transmission drain plug (A). Remove the drain plug. Allow oil to drain completely.
4. After oil is drained, remove cap screws (B) and suction strainer cover (C) at right side of transmission.
5. Pull out suction screen inside of transmission housing.
6. Clean suction screen with a mild solvent. Allow to dry.
7. Install suction screen and cover. Secure with cap screws.
8. Place a drain pan under hydraulic oil filter (D) at left side of machine. Remove and discard filter. Allow residual oil to drain completely.
9. Put a film of clean transmission oil on seal of new filter.
10. Fill the filter 1/3 to 1/2 full with specified hydraulic oil.
11. Tighten filter quickly onto filter head until it contacts mounting surface. Tighten filter by hand an additional 1/2 turn.
12. Remove hose (E) attached to vent tube (F) located behind operator's seat.
13. Turn vent tube counter-clockwise to remove.
14. Clean vent tube with a mild solvent. Allow to dry.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Prevent contamination of hydraulic oil. Carefully clean around oil filler cap before opening. |
17. Add approximately 21 L (5.5 gal) of John Deere Low Viscosity HY-GARD® (JDM J20D) or equivalent through fill opening. Install fill cap.
18. Start engine. Check for oil leaks around filter base and drain plug.