Service Intervals


IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Operating in extreme conditions may require more frequent service intervals: · Engine components may become dirty or plugged when operating in extreme heat, dust or other severe conditions. · Engine oil may lose efficiency if vehicle is operated constantly at slow or low engine speeds or with frequent short trips.

Please use the following timetables to perform routine maintenance on your machine.

· Change engine oil and filter if equipped.

· Change engine oil - Engines without oil filter..

· Change air cleaner element.

· Change spark plug.

· Change fuel filter.

· Check air cleaner dust unloading valve.

· Check transaxle oil level.

· Lubricate front king pins.

· Clean engine cooling fins.

· Check drive belt condition.

· Check wear buttons on driven clutch.

· Clean battery.

· Check and tighten hardware.

· Check brake operation. (See a John Deere dealer if service is needed.)

· Check brake cables. (See a John Deere dealer if service is needed.)

· Check operation of traction assist cable.

· Change engine oil and filter - Engines equipped with an oil filter.

· Check and tighten front wheel bolts.

· Adjust engine valve clearance. (See a John Deere dealer if service is needed.)

· Change transaxle oil.