DirectDrive — Towing the Tractor

Depending on the condition of the machine, select the appropriate towing procedure.

First situation: powertrain operating problems, but engine is running.

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1. Attach tractor to towing vehicle.
2. Start the engine.
3. Select range BC, move shift lever (A) to manual mode (1) and engage gear B6.
4. Move the reverse drive lever to neutral position.
5. Disengage front-wheel drive.
6. Tow tractor at a maximum speed of 10 km/h (6 mph).

Second situation: engine is defective or cannot be started.

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CAUTION: Without hydraulic pressure, the steering system can only operate in emergency mode. Steering is stiff and slow. The driver of the towing vehicle must bear this in mind and remember to slow down drastically before changing direction.

1. Attach tractor to towing vehicle.
2. Switch off the ignition, and place come-home connector in come-home position (see Come-Home Mode).
3. Turn ignition ON.
4. Depress clutch pedal.
5. Move reverse drive lever (B) to neutral position.
6. Release clutch pedal.
7. If the tractor is towed more than one kilometer (0.6 miles), the u.j. shaft must be removed. To do this, remove screws (A).

   IMPORTANT: If the u.j. shaft is not removed, the tires will wear out faster and there will be an adverse effect on steering characteristics.

8. When towing, select a speed that allows the tractor to be steered safely. NEVER tow faster than 10 km/h (6 mph).

Third situation: no battery power or no voltage present.

NOTE: The park lock cannot be released mechanically.

• Check electrical fuses.
• If the electrical system cannot be restored to working order, connect a slave battery. See Starting the Engine With a Slave Battery in Section 40.
• Proceed as in Situation 2 (engine is defective or cannot be started).

  IMPORTANT: If the park lock cannot be released, the tractor must be hauled on a flat-bed carrier.