Advanced Settings ProDrive™ Tow Mode

You can enable Tow Mode to protect transmission if machine is disabled and requires towing.

Do not tow machine with wire rope. If rope breaks, the whipping action could cause bodily injury.

Do not remove couplers. When couplers are removed, brakes are disabled.

Avoid electrical line entanglement. Grain extensions or grain tank covers must be lowered and radio antenna lowered before transporting.

Check local governmental regulations regarding driving or towing equipment on public roads. Use auxiliary lights and devices available from your John Deere dealer to warn other roadway users.

Avoid crushing injuries from runaway machine. If machine is on a slope, do not disengage park brake until wheels are blocked.

Machine can be towed for emergency situations up to 10 min at maximum speed of 10 km/h (6.2 mph).

Tow Mode procedure requirements:

Engine State

Running

Wheel Speed

0 km/h (0 mph)

Operator

In Seat

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ON/OFF

Procedure to modify:

To tow machine, proceed as follows:

  1. Start engine.

  2. Empty grain tank and remove header.

  3. Swing unloading auger back.

  4. Fold grain tank extensions or grain tank covers.

  5. Swing ladder forward and fold down radio antenna.

    Always tow machine in a forward direction by attaching a chain around main axle. Be certain chain does not damage any hydraulic lines. Have driver in operator’s seat to steer machine.

  6. Turn warning lights ON, unless prohibited by law.

    Engine must be running to turn off park brake and tow machine. If engine is inoperable, see your John Deere dealer or other qualified service provider for further information.

  7. Select ON/OFF toggle button to enable Tow Mode.

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    Message

    If requirements for tow mode were not met, a message appears displaying which requirements are not met.


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    Close

    If you need to exit tow mode for any reason you can do so by selecting close button.


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    Green Checkmark

    Once a requirement is met, a green checkmark appears preceding the requirement.


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    ON/OFF

    Once all requirements are met, you can select ON/OFF toggle button to activate Tow Mode.

    Prevent collisions between other road users, slow moving tractors with attachments or towed equipment, and self-propelled machines on public roads. Frequently check for traffic from the rear, especially in turns, and use hand signals or turn signal lights.

    Use headlights, flashing warning lights, and turn signals day and night. Follow local regulations for equipment lighting and marking. Keep lighting and marking visible and in good working order. Replace or repair lighting and marking that are damaged or lost.


  12. Press park button on armrest to release brakes before towing machine.

    Operator must remain in seat for park to be disengaged.

Tow mode is disabled and a message appears on screen that can be viewed in the Status Center if you:

  • Shift transmission into gear.

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