LX266, LX277, LX277AWS, LX279 and LX288
Introduction
Product Identification
Safety
Operating
Replacement Parts
Service Intervals
Service Lubrication
Service Engine
Service Transmission
Checking Transmission Oil Level
Adjusting Cruise Control Lever
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Service Electrical
Service Miscellaneous
Troubleshooting
Storage
Assembly
Specifications
Warranty
John Deere Quality Statement
Service Record
Service Transmission
Transmission Oil
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Dirt and debris in the hydraulic oil can cause damage to the transmission: · Do not drain or change the transmission oil. |
SAE 5W30 engine oil with API classification of SE or higher is recommended in the transmission.
Checking Transmission Oil Level
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Dirt and debris in the hydraulic oil can cause damage to the transmission: · Do not drain or change the transmission oil. |
1. Park machine safely on a level surface. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Hot hydraulic oil will expand and show incorrect oil level. Check level in reservoir when engine is off and oil is cold. |
3. Locate transmission oil reservoir at rear of machine. Reservoir is marked FULL (A) and ADD (B).
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Contamination can damage the hydraulic system. Clean thoroughly around reservoir fill cap before opening. |
4. If oil level is low, slide operator's seat ahead and tip it forward to access reservoir (C). Clean area around reservoir cap.
6. Add SAE 5W30 oil until oil level is at FULL mark on reservoir.
8. Lower and adjust operator's seat.
10. Operate machine forward and in reverse several times.
11. Park machine safely on a level surface. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)
12. Wait at least 3 minutes for hydraulic oil to cool.
13. Check oil level again. Add oil if necessary.
Adjusting Cruise Control Lever
NOTE: The cruise control lever is held in position by an adjustable friction mechanism pre-set at the factory. The amount of friction can be adjusted for the operator's preference or to accommodate normal wear.
1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)
Picture Note: Right wheel shown removed for clarity. Removal of wheel is not required.
2. Locate adjusting bolt (A) at right wheel well.
3. Turn adjusting bolt so cruise control lever moves easily forward and rearward while remaining stationary in any desired position: