Changing MFWD Differential Case Oil

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.

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Differential Case Plug and Fill Hole (1300 Axle)

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Differential Case Plug and Fill Hole (1500 Axle)

A - Drain Plug

B - Fill Hole

C - Check Plug

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™ oil 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.

   Item	Measurement	Specification
   MFWD Drain Plugs
   Drain Plug	Torque	70 N˙m (52 lb-ft)