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Service Lubrication
Lubricating Front Wheel Spindles
Lubricating Mower Wheels (48C and 54C Mowers Only)
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Service Lubrication
Grease
Preferred greases:
· John Deere Multi-Purpose SD Polyurea Grease
· John Deere Multi-Purpose HD Lithium Complex Grease
· John Deere Moly High Temperature EP Grease
If not using preferred greases, use a general all-purpose grease with an NLGI grade No.2 rating.
Wet or high speed conditions may require use of a special-use grease. Contact your Servicing dealer for information.
Lubricating Front Wheel Spindles
c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Do not work under a raised machine unless it is safely supported. A machine that slips and falls off a jack could cause serious injury or death.
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1. Raise front of machine with a safe lifting device so front wheels are slightly off of ground.
2. Lubricate front spindles (A) with recommended grease.
3. Turn steering wheel back and forth to distribute grease in spindles.
Lubricating Blade Spindles
Picture Note: 42C shown above, 48C and 54C shown below.
Lubricate spindles (A) with recommended grease.
Lubricating Mower Wheels (48C and 54C Mowers Only)
Lubricate mower wheel grease fittings (A).