Changing Wheels Safely

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KJD10581 - Wheel Dolly

JT02043 - Support Stand, 482 to 736 mm (19 to 29 in.)

JT02044 - Support Stand, 863 to 1117 mm (34 to 44 in.)

Due to the big size and the heavy weight of tractor wheels, pay attention to the following points when changing wheels:

• Before changing wheels, place tractor on firm, level ground.
• Engage park lock* and prevent the tractor from rolling away by putting down chock blocks.
• Remove the ignition key to prevent unauthorized operation.
• When removing rear wheels, prevent front axle oscillation by using wedges.
• When jacking up the tractor, only use the recommended lifting points, see ”Jack Up the Tractor - Lifting Points” in Section 85 of this Operator's Manual.
• Use a stable lifting jack with sufficient lifting force. See Specifications and Loads and Weights in Section 150.
• Stop jacking up the tractor when the wheel is completely off the ground.
• Use a suitable wheel dolly, especially when removing a rear wheel. This is available as special tool KJD10581 at your John Deere dealer.
• Support the tractor when a wheel is removed. Support stands are available as special tools JT02043 and JT02044 at your John Deere dealer.
• When installing wheels, make sure that the correct torques are applied, see ”Tighten Wheel Bolts and Wheel Weights” in this Operator's Manual.

*If not equipped with park lock, apply park brake instead.

CAUTION: Do not operate the tractor until the wheel change has been completed.

When changing wheels, make sure that no-one is standing in the danger zone.

When removing a wheel, make sure that the tractor is supported safely.

When storing removed wheels, make sure that they cannot fall.