Service Miscellaneous

Add John Deere fuel stabilizer to fuel before using it in your machine to prevent engine damage due to stale fuel. Follow directions on stabilizer container.


IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Dirt and water in fuel can cause engine damage: · Clean dirt and debris from the fuel tank opening. · Use clean, fresh, stabilized fuel. · Fill the fuel tank at the end of each day's operation to keep condensation out of the fuel tank. · Use a non-metallic funnel with a plastic mesh strainer when filling the fuel tank or container.

1. Stop engine, let it cool several minutes before you add fuel.

2. Lift seat.

3. Remove grass clippings and other trash from tank area.

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4. Remove fuel tank cap (A).

5. Fill tank with fuel only to bottom of filler neck.

6. Install fuel tank cap.

Checking Wheel Bolts

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· Check wheel bolts (A) often during the first 100 hours of operation.

· Tighten every other bolt in sequence until all bolts are at 88 N·m (65 lb-ft).

Removing Plastic Front Bumper Cover

The front bumper cover can be removed so front suitcase weights can be used. The front bumper cover must be removed for some front mounted attachments also.

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1. Pull bottom of front bumper cover (A) out until it unsnaps.

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2. Slowly lift up on front bumper cover to remove it from slots (B).

3. Hang weights as necessary on weight bracket (C).

Installing Plastic Front Bumper Cover

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1. Pick up and slide front bumper cover (A) over weight bracket (B) and tip up and slide it into slots (C).

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2. Push down on front center of front bumper cover until it snaps in place over weight bracket.

Removing and Installing Hood

Remove Hood

1. Open hood.

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2. Disconnect wiring harness (A).

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3. Lift and pull hood away from tractor.

Install Hood

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1. Align hood pivot studs (A) with pivot brackets (B) and install hood.

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2. Connect wiring harness.

3. Close hood.

Cleaning and Repairing Plastic Surfaces

Your John Deere dealer has the professional materials needed to properly remove surface scratches from any plastic surfaces, do not attempt to paint over marks or scratches in plastic parts.


IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Improper care of machine plastic surfaces can damage that surface: · Do not wipe plastic surfaces when they are dry. Dry wiping will result in minor surface scratches. · Use a soft, clean cloth (bath towel, diaper, automotive mitt). · Do not use abrasive materials, such as polishing compounds, on plastic surfaces. · Do not spray insect repellent near machine.

1. Rinse hood and entire machine with clean water to remove dirt and dust that may scratch the surface.

2. Wash surface with clean water and a mild liquid automotive washing soap.

3. Dry thoroughly to avoid water spots.

4. Wax the surface with a liquid automotive wax. Use products that specifically say "contains no abrasives."


IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Do not use a power buffer to remove wax.

5. Buff applied wax by hand using a clean, soft cloth.

Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces

Cleaning:

Follow automotive practices to care for your vehicle painted metal surfaces. Use a high-quality automotive wax regularly to maintain the factory look of your vehicle's painted surfaces.

Repairing Minor Scratches (surface scratch):

1. Clean area to be repaired thoroughly.


IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Do not use rubbing compound on painted surfaces.

2. Use automotive polishing compound to remove surface scratches.

3. Apply wax to entire surface.

Repairing Deep Scratches (bare metal or primer showing):

1. Clean area to be repaired with rubbing alcohol or mineral spirits.

2. Use paint stick with factory-matched colors available from your John Deere dealer to fill scratches. Follow directions included on paint stick for use and for drying.

3. Smooth out surface using an automotive polishing compound. Do not use power buffer.

4. Apply wax to surface.