Introduction
Safety
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Operating
Lawn Care
Replacement Parts
Service Machine Safely
Service Intervals
Service Engine
Service Transmission
Service Steering & Brakes
Lubricating Rear Wheel Spindles
Service Electrical
Service Miscellaneous
Troubleshooting
Storing Vehicle
Assembly
Specifications
Warranty
John Deere Quality Statement
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Service Steering & Brakes
Grease
Use grease based on the expected air temperature range during the service interval.
The following greases are preferred:
ˇ John Deere Moly High Temperature EP Grease.
ˇ John Deere High Temperature EP Grease.
Other greases may be used are:
ˇ SAE Multipurpose EP Grease with 3 to 5 percent molybdenum disulfide.
ˇ Greases meeting Military Specification MIL-G-10924C may be used as arctic grease.
Lubricating Rear Wheel Spindles
Lubricate two rear axle spindles with one or two shots of John Deere multipurpose grease or equivalent.
Lubricate Tie Rod End
1. Lubricate tie rod (A) with one or two shots of John Deere multipurpose grease or equivalent.
Lubricate Steering Axle
1. Lubricate axle pivot (A) with one or two shots of John Deere multipurpose grease or equivalent.
Adjusting Brakes
2. Disconnect battery ground cable.
NOTE: Wheel and brake drum are removed for clarity.
3. Raise and support Front Mower with jackstands.
4. Reach through slot (A) in back plate with screwdriver for access to star adjuster (B).
5. Turn star adjuster with screwdriver until brake shoes begin to drag on drum as wheel is turned.
6. Push brake pedals down firmly to seat brake shoes and check adjustment.
7. Adjust brakes so brake shoes just clear drums and do not drag when pedals are released.
8. Repeat adjustment procedure on opposite wheel.
9. Remove stands and lower machine.
Adjust Brake Pedal Free Play
2. Measure length of spring on left and right brake rods. Springs should be approximately 1.75 in. (45 mm).