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5075GL, 5085GL 5075GV,
5085GV, 5075GN to 5100GN,
5075GF to 5100GF Tractors

All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice.

Foreword

Section 00 - Identification Views

5085GL and 5075GL Tractors
5085GV and 5075GV Tractors
5085GN, 5075GN and 5100GN Tractors
5085GF, 5075GF and 5100GF Tractors

Section 05 - Safety

Recognize Safety Information
Understand Signal Words
Follow Safety Instructions
Prepare for Emergencies
Wear Protective Clothing
Protect Against Noise
Handle Fuel Safely—Avoid Fires
Fire Prevention
In Case of Fire
Avoid Static Electricity Risk When Refueling
Use Foldable ROPS and Seat Belt Properly
Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
Use Steps and Handholds Correctly
Read Operator’s Manuals for ISOBUS Controllers
Use Seat Belt Properly
Vibration
Operating the Tractor Safely
Avoid Backover Accidents
Limited Use in Forestry Operation
Operating the Loader Tractor Safely
Keep Riders Off Machine
Passenger Seat
Use Safety Lights and Devices
Towing Trailers/Implements Safely (Mass)
Use Caution On Slopes and Uneven Terrain
Freeing a Mired Machine
Avoid Contact with Agricultural Chemicals
Handle Agricultural Chemicals Safely
Handling Batteries Safely
Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating
Handle Electronic Components and Brackets Safely
Practice Safe Maintenance
Avoid Hot Exhaust
Clean Exhaust Filter Safely
Work In Ventilated Area
Support Machine Properly
Prevent Machine Runaway
Park Machine Safely
Transport Tractor Safely
Service Cooling System Safely
Service Accumulator Systems Safely
Service Tires Safely
Service Front-Wheel Drive Tractor Safely
Tightening Wheel Retaining Bolts/Nuts
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
Do Not Open High-Pressure Fuel System
Store Attachments Safely
Decommissioning: Proper Recycling and Disposal of Fluids and Components

Section 10 - Safety Decals

Pictorial Safety Signs
Operator's Manual
No Riders
Use Seat Belt Properly (Tractors With Cab or Fixed ROPS)
Use Seat Belt Properly (Tractors With Foldable ROPS)
ROPS in Normal Position
Hitch Remote Control (Tractors Without Cab)
Hitch Remote Control (Tractors With Cab)
Accumulator (Tractors With Front Hitch)
Accumulator (Tractors With 24/12 Transmission)
Pick-Up Hitch

Section 15 - Controls and Instruments

Vehicle Controls (5GL)
Vehicle Controls (5GV, 5GN and 5GF)
PTO Controls
Parking Brake
Indicator Lights and Displays
Digital Display - Clock Adjustment
Digital Display - Initial Setup (Matching with Tractor)

Section 20 - Lights

Total View - Lights (5GF with 2-post ROPS)
Total View - Lights (5GF with cab)
Total View - Lights (5GN with 2-post ROPS)
Total View - Lights (5GV with cab)
Lights
Light Switch and Turn Signal Switch
Worklight Switches
Hazard Warning Light Switch
Beacon Light Switch (Option)

Section 25 - Operator's Station and Cab

Cab Classification According to EN 15695-1 (for Application of Crop Protection Chemicals and Liquid Fertilizer)
Roll-Over Protective Structure
Emergency Exits
Clean Vehicle of Hazardous Pesticides
Handle Agricultural Chemicals Safely
Avoid Contact with Agricultural Chemicals
Operating Roll-Over Protective Structure
Seat Adjustment
Seat Adjustment (5GV, 5GN and 5GF)
7-Terminal Trailer Socket
Mirrors (Open Operator’s Station)
Operator's Cab Switches
Dome Light
Heater and Air Conditioning System Controls
Tool Box
Fuse Box

Section 30 - Break-In Period

After the First 4 and 8 Hours of Operation

Section 35 - Prestarting Checks

Prestarting Checks
Check the Fuel Filter
Check Transmission/Hydraulic System Oil Level
Comply with Operator's Manuals of Implement Manufacturers

Section 40 - Operating the Engine

Neutral Start Switch
Starting the Engine
Cold Weather Starting Procedure Using Intake Air Heater System
Start With a Booster Battery
Start the Engine With a Slave Battery
Observe Instruments After Starting the Engine
Engine Oil Pressure Indicator Light
Alternator Indicator Light
Air Cleaner Indicator Light
Coolant Temperature Gauge
Observe Fuel Level
Change Engine Speeds
Warm Up the Engine
Restart a Stalled Engine
Engines with Turbocharger
Avoid Idling the Engine
Speedometer, Revolution Counter and Hour Meter
Observe Engine Work and Idle Speeds
Stop the Engine
Park the Tractor
Tow the Tractor

Section 45 - Operating the Tractor

Reduce Fuel Consumption
Operator Training Required
Driving Tractor on Public Roads
Chock Block
Shifting Transmission
Operate Transmission Shift Levers
Mechanical Hi-Lo Transmission
Electro-Hydraulic Hi-Lo Transmission
Use Caution On Slopes and Uneven Terrain
Select a Gear
Travel Speeds
Use Brakes
Use Differential Lock
Operate Front-Wheel Drive
Stop the Tractor
Hydraulic Trailer Brakes

Section 50 - Hitch

Maximum Lifting Force
Match Tractor Power to Implement
Three-Point Hitch Components
Hitch Control Levers
Use the Hitch Position Control
Use the Draft Control
Flow Divider Valve and Flow Regulator Valve
Adjust the Rate-of-Drop
Electronic Hitch Sensing II (EHS II)
Transporting mounted implements (EHS II)
Depth adjustment (EHS II)
Load/depth adjustment (EHS II)
Raise/Lower Switch (EHS II)
Hitch Remote Control (EHS II)
Calibrating the EHS II-System
Prepare the Implement
Converting Category II Hitch to Category IN or Category I
Positioning Draft Link Ends
Quick-Coupling (Hook-Type) Draft Links
Attach Implements to Three-Point Hitch
Adjust Sway Blocks
3-Point Hitch Leveling System (If Equipped)
Position the Center Link
Level the Hitch
Adjust Hitch Control Lever Friction
Cold-Weather Operation
Front-Hitch

Section 55 - Power Take-Off

PTO Guard
Operating Instructions
Attaching PTO-Driven Implement
Operating the Rear PTO (Mechanical Version)
Operating the Rear PTO (Electro-Hydraulic Version)
Select Ground Drive PTO Speeds
Front PTO

Section 60 - Ballast

Select Ballast
Ballast Limitations
Measuring Rear Wheel Slip
Front Weights
Installing Front Weights
Ballasting Two Wheel Drive Tractors
Ballasting Front Wheel Drive Tractors
With Weight in Three-Point Hitch

Section 65 - Wheels, Tires, and Treads

Service Tires Safely
Changing Wheels Safely
Check Implement-to-Tire Clearance
Tighten Wheel Bolts
Observe Rear Wheel Tread Width Limitations
5GL - Tread Adjustment
5GF - Tread Adjustment
5GN - Tread Adjustment
5GV - Tread Adjustment
Adjusting Front Axle Tread Width
5GL - Tire Combinations
5GF - Tire Combinations
5GN - Tire Combinations
5GV - Tire Combinations
Check Toe-In
Adjust Toe-In
Steering Angle Adjustment
Direction of Tire Rotation
Tire Pressures
Mounting Tires

Section 70 - Additional Equipment

E-SCV (optional)
Use Correct Hose Tips
Levers for Selective Control Valves
Control Lever and Coupler Identification
Duble/Single Acting SCV’s Conversion
Flow Divider Valve
Maximum Permissible Oil Withdrawal
Connecting Cylinder Hoses
Connect Hose Under Pressure
Remote Hydraulic Cylinders
Drawbar
Height Adjustable Trailer Hitches
Pick-Up Hitch

Section 75 - Transport

Transporting the Tractor
Towing Tractor

Section 80 - Fuel, Lubricants, Hydraulic Oil and Coolant

Diesel Engine Oil — Tier 3, Stage III
Engine Oil and Filter Service Intervals
John Deere Break-In Plus™ Engine Oil
Transmission and Hydraulic Oil
Front-Wheel Drive Axle Oil
Multiluber Grease
Mixing of Lubricants
Lubricant Storage
Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants
Diesel Engine Coolant
Operating in Warm Temperature Climates
Testing Diesel Engine Coolant
Storing Fuel
Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel
Diesel Fuel
Minimizing the Effect of Cold Weather on Diesel Engines
Lubricity of Diesel Fuel
BioDiesel Fuel
Testing Diesel Fuel
Oilscan™ and CoolScan™

Section 85 - Lubrication and Periodic Service

Lubrication and Periodic Service
When Performing Services
Safe Maintenance and Cleaning
Using High Pressure Washers
Use Correct Lubricant
Service Tractor Safely
Jack Up the Tractor - Lifting Points
Open Hood
Air Intake System Components
Fuel System Components
Engine Cooling System Components
Air-Conditioning System
Observe Electrical Service Precautions
Battery
Bulb Replacement — Safety Instructions
Adjusting the Head Lights
Replace Head Light Bulbs
Replace Clearance-, Brake- and Turn Signal Light Bulbs
Replace Rear Working Light Bulb
Tire Pressures
Service (Daily / Every 10, 250, 500 and 750 Hours)
Service (Every 1000, 1250, 1500, 2000 Hours and Annually Services)

Section 90 - Service — Daily or Every 10 Hours

Check Engine Oil Level (F5C Engine)
Check Engine Oil Level (NEF Engine)
Check the Fuel Filter (F5C Engine)
Check the Fuel Filter (NEF Engine)
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
Fuel Filters
Check Coolant Level
Check Transmission/Hydraulic System Oil Level
Clean the Dust Unloading Valve
Checking on Lights
Other Service Jobs

Section 92 - Service — After the First 50 Hours

Change Engine Oil Filter
Replace Transmission/Hydraulic Oil Filter
Replace Fuel Strainer
Change Oil and Replace Oil Filter of Front PTO

Section 95 - Service — Every 250 Hours

Replace Transmission/Hydraulic Oil Filter
Check Clutch Pedal Free Travel
Check Brake System Oil Level
Check Brake Operation
Adjust PTO Clutch Linkage
Tighten Wheel Bolts
Check Oil Levels of Front Wheel Drive Axle
Lubricate Front Wheel Drive Axle
Lubricate Rear Axle Bearings
Lubricate Front Axle King Pins
Lubricate Hub Bearings (Tractors without Front Wheel Drive)
Lubricate Front Axle Pivot Pin
Check Drive Belt
Check Neutral Start System
Clean Cab Air Filters
Check Front PTO Oil Level

Section 100 - Service — Every 500 Hours

Change Engine Oil and Filter
Replace Transmission/Hydraulic Oil Filter
Drain Water and Sediment from Fuel Tank
Replace the Fuel Filter
Change Oil and Replace Oil Filter of Front PTO
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
Fuel Filters
Check Hoses and Hose Clamps
Lubricate Center Link Bracket
Lubricate 3-Point Hitch
Check Condition of Alternator Drive Belt and Water Pump

Section 105 - Service — Every 750 Hours

Check Engine Idle Speeds
Check Front Axle Pivot Pin
Mounting Bolts of Operator's Cab / Open Station and ROPS

Section 110 - Service — Once Every Year

Change Engine Oil and Filter
Checking the Seat Belt (If Equipped)
Check Condition of Diesel Engine Coolant
Inspect Hydraulic Hoses

Section 112 - Service — Every 1000 Hours

Check Valve Clearance
Replace Alternator Drive Belt

Section 115 - Service — Every 1250 Hours

Change Transmission/Hydraulic Oil and Suction Strainer

Section 120 - Service — Every 1500 Hours

Changing Oil in Front-Wheel Drive Axle
Change Oil in Front-Wheel Drive Axle Housing
Change Oil in Front-Wheel Drive Final Drives
Change Brake System Oil
Engine Air Cleaner
Turbo Compressor Maintenance

Section 125 - Service — Every 2000 Hours or 2 Years

Replace Fuel Strainer
Change Engine Coolant

Section 130 - Service — As Required

Diagnostic Trouble Codes - Operator Information
Clean Radiator and Oil Cooler
Adjust PTO Clutch Linkage
Inspect All Tires
Service Air Cleaner at Regular Intervals
Clean the Dust Unloading Valve
Engine Air Cleaner
Cleaning the Primary Filter Element
Cleaning a Dusty Element
Secondary (Safety) Element
Replace Alternator Drive Belt
Check the Fuel Filter (F5C Engine)
Check the Fuel Filter (NEF Engine)
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
Fuel Filters
Lubricate All Lubricating Points
Prevent Battery Explosions
Battery - Checking Specific Gravity
Starting Motor
Fuses and Relays

Section 135 - Troubleshooting

Transmission, Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Hitch, Diagnostic Trouble Codes
E-SCV, Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Engine Troubleshooting
Transmission Troubleshooting
Brakes Troubleshooting
Rockshaft and Quick-Coupler 3-Point Hitch Troubleshooting
Remote Hydraulic Cylinders Troubleshooting
Electrical System Troubleshooting

Section 145 - Storage

Storage for Long Period
Remove Tractor from Storage

Section 150 - Specifications

Engine
Transmission
Hydraulic System
Electrical System
Capacities
Sound Level
Fuel System
Brakes
Three-Point Hitch
Loads and Weights
Towable Loads
Shipping Weights
Maximum Permissible Axle Loads and Total Weights
Maximum Permissible Axle Load in Relation to Tires (Normal Operation)
Load Capacity of Tires With Front Loader
Dimensions - 5GV, 5GN and 5GF with Cab
Dimensions - 5GV, 5GN, GF and 5GL with ROPS
Safety Note Regarding the Subsequent Installation of Electrical and Electronic Appliances and/or Components
How to Calculate Maximum Permissible Download on Trailer Hitch
How to Calculate Permissible Mass
Vibration

Section 155 - Serial Numbers

Identification Plates
Product Identification Number
Engine Serial Number - Engine F5C
Engine Serial Number - Engine NEF
Transmission Serial Number
Front Wheel Drive Serial Number

Section IBC - John Deere Service Keeps You On the Job

John Deere Parts
The Right Tools
Well-Trained Technicians
Prompt Service