Changing MFWD Differential Case Oil

SERVICE INTERVAL - 1500 HOURS
 

 

NOTE: The differential case for MFWD axle with Independent Link Suspension is connected to the transmission case and operates using the same oil. There is no fill location.

1. Put the tractor on level surface.

2. Remove differential case drain plug (A). Replace plug after oil has drained.

3. For 1300 Axle, add John Deere HY-GARD through fill hole (B) until oil is even with bottom of hole. Install the plug.

For 1500 Axle, remove check plug (C), add John Deere HY-GARD through fill hole (B) until oil is even with bottom of check hole. Install the fill and check plugs.

Differential Case
1300 Axle Oil Capacity ... 13.6 L (14.2 qt)
1500 Axle Oil Capacity ... 18.7 L (19.74 qt)

 

4. After a few minutes of operation, recheck oil level. Add oil if necessary.

5. Tighten plugs.

MFWD Drain Plugs - Specification

Drain Plug -Torque 70 N·m (52 lb-ft)

RXA0052919

Differential Case Plug and Fill Hole (1300 Axle)

RXA0087868

Differential Case Plug and Fill Hole (1500 Axle)


A-Drain Plug
B-Fill Hole
C-Check Plug

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