Shifting the POWRQUAD™ Transmission

Gears are shifted by means of the range shift lever (A), gear shift lever (B) and reverse drive lever (C) or (D). Slightly lift the reverse drive lever (D) to move it out of the neutral position.

NOTE: After the engine has been started wait for 5 seconds before moving the reverse drive lever (C) or (D) out of neutral position.

The clutch pedal must be depressed to change the ranges. There is no need to depress the clutch pedal to shift gear or to change the direction of travel.

CAUTION: If the reverse drive lever is actuated when the engine is running and a range is selected, the tractor will start to move.

IMPORTANT: Engage parking lock only when the tractor is stationary.

Optimum Gear-Shifting for Driving under Load (Transport):

1. Select a range suitable for driving away under load.
2. Engage the first gear.
3. Drive away and change up through the ranges until the top range is reached.
4. Change up through the gears.
Cold-Weather Operation

If the oil is cold (0°C, 32°F), it may affect how the reverse drive lever operates. At temperatures below -10°C (14°F), it may take longer to change the direction of travel.

In certain circumstances, the reverse drive lever may have to be actuated several times before the tractor starts to move. When the oil has had time to warm up, operation becomes normal again.

A-Range shift lever
B-Gear shift lever
C-Reverse drive lever (mechanical)
D-Reverse drive lever (electric)

POWRQUAD is a trademark of Deere & Company.

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If a malfunction results in the reverse drive lever not remaining in the forward or reverse drive position, hold the lever physically in position to determine whether the tractor moves or not. If it does move, hold the lever in position and drive to the nearest workshop.

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