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2032R and 2038R
Compact Utility Tractors
Operator's Manual (North American Version)

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

00 - General Information

Product View
Trademarks
Glossary of Terms
Regions and Country Versions
Machine Overview

00A - Safety

Recognize Safety Information
Understand Signal Words
Follow Safety Instructions
Prepare for Emergencies
Wear Protective Clothing
Protect Against Noise
Handle Fuel Safely—Avoid Fires
Handle Starting Fluid Safely
Fire Prevention
In Case of Fire
Avoid Static Electricity Risk When Refueling
Keep ROPS Installed Properly
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
Operating the Tractor Safely
Avoid Backover Accidents
Limited Use in Forestry Operation
Operating the Loader Tractor Safely
Keep Riders Off Machine
Instructional Seat
Use Safety Lights and Devices
Use a Safety Chain
Transport Towed Equipment at Safe Speeds
Use Caution on Slopes, Uneven Terrain, and Rough Ground
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

00B - Safety Signs

Replace Safety Signs
Use Seat Belt Properly
Operators Manual
PTO Shield
Starter
ROPS—Rear Implements
ROPS
Rotating Blades

10 - Controls and Instruments

Front Console Controls
Foot-Operated Controls
Right-Hand Console Controls
Left-Hand Console Controls
Differential, MFWD, Rate of Drop, and Seat Controls
Instrument Cluster
Information Display and Display Mode Switch

20 - Engine Operation

Operate Key Switch
Operate Throttle Lever
Operate eThrottle
Operate Fuel Shut-Off Valve
Start the Engine
Cold-Weather Start
Warm and Idle the Engine
Start a Stalled Engine
Stop Machine

30 - Air Intake, Fuel, Coolant, and Exhaust Operation

Fill Fuel Tank
Exhaust Filter System Overview

40 - Electrical and Lighting Operation

Turn Signal and Hazard Lights
Road, Work, and Warning Lights
Adjust Instrument Panel Brightness and LCD Display (If equipped)

50 - Drivetrain Operation

Drive Machine

50A - Transmission Operation

Operate Transmission
Operate Cruise Control

50B - MFWD and Front Axle Operation

Operate Mechanical Front Wheel Drive (MFWD)

50C - Differential and Rear Axle Operation

Operate Differential Lock (Traction Assist)

50D - Power Take Off (PTO) Operation

Operate Rear and Mid Power-Take-Off (PTO)
Operate Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
Adjust Height of Cut—If Equipped

60 - Steering and Brake Operation

Brake Operation
Park Brake Operation
Adjust Tilt Steering Wheel

70 - Hydraulics Operation

Warm Hydraulic System Oil
Hydraulics Information

70A - Hitch and Drawbar Operation

Operate Attachments
Operate 3-Point Hitch
Position Center Link
Operate Rate of Drop/Lock Valve
Use Draft Links
Level Implement Front-to-Rear
Level Implement Side-to-Side
Adjust Implement Side-to-Side Sway
Operate Drawbar Hitch
Operate Optional iMatch Quick-Attach Hitch System
Operate and Install Front 3-Point Hitch—If Equipped
Assemble and Install A-Frame—If Equipped
Install Implements on Front Hitch with A-Frame—If Equipped
Install and Remove Mid-Mount Mower with Front Hitch Installed—If Equipped

70B - Selective Control Valve Operation

Connect Implement Hydraulic Hoses
Operate Hydraulic Selective Control Valve (SCV)
Operate Selective Control Valve (SCV) Lock Lever
Operate Dual Rear Selective Control Valve (SCV)—If Equipped
Use Power Beyond Outlet—If Equipped

80 - Wheels and Tires Operation

Tire Labeling, Ascertain the Load Capacity of Tires
Select Tire Inflation Pressure
Tire Combinations
Front and Rear Tire Capacity

80A - Ballasting

Ballast Machine
Implement Codes
Tire Capacities
Use Optional Rear Cast Iron Wheel Weights
Use Optional Rear Ballast Box
Use Liquid Weight in Tires
Use Optional Front Weights

80B - Additional Equipment Operation

Additional Equipment Operation
Front Loader Mounting Frames, Installation

90 - Operator Station Operation

Enter and Exit Machine
Adjust Seat
Use Seat Belt
Raise and Lower Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS)

100 - Transport and Storage

Transport Machine on Trailer
Transport Machine
Push or Tow Machine
Tow Loads
Safety Chain
Store Safety
Prepare Machine for Storage
Prepare Fuel and Engine for Storage
Remove Machine from Storage
Remove Front A-Frame—If Equipped
Remove Front 3-Point Hitch—If Equipped
Store Front 3-Point Hitch—If Equipped

200 - Maintenance Intervals

Service Your Machine
Maintenance Interval Chart—Daily to Every 400 Hours
Maintenance Interval Chart—Every 600 Hours to Every 6000 Hours
Test the Safety Interlock System Before Startup
Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
Clean Plastic Surfaces
Clean and Repair Metal Surfaces

200A - Fuel, Lubricants, and Coolant

Diesel Fuel
Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel
Testing Diesel Fuel
Minimizing the Effect of Cold Weather on Diesel Engines
Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants
Engine Oil
Diesel Engine Coolant
Operating in Warm Temperature Climates
Additional Information About Diesel Engine Coolants and John Deere COOL-GARD™ II Coolant Extender
Testing Diesel Engine Coolant
Transmission and Hydraulic Oil
Front Axle and MFWD Oil
Grease

200B - Maintenance—As Required

Service—As Required

210 - Controls and Instruments Maintenance

Controls and Instruments Maintenance

220 - Engine Maintenance

Required Emission-Related Information
Daily Startup Procedure
Check Engine Oil Level
Change Engine Oil and Filter
Clean Dust Unloading Valve
Service the Alternator Belt
Clean Front and Side Grille Screens
Clean Engine Compartment

230 - Air, Fuel, Coolant and Exhaust Maintenance

Service Air Filter Elements
Check Air Filter Hose
Exhaust Filter Maintenance and Service
Automatic (AUTO) Exhaust Filter Cleaning
Disabled Exhaust Filter Cleaning
Parked Exhaust Filter Cleaning
Service Exhaust Filter Cleaning
Check and Drain Water Separator
Clean Water Separator and Filter Screen
Replace Fuel Filters
Fuel Injection Pump
Fuel Injection Nozzles
Drain and Flush Fuel Tank
Check Coolant Level
Drain and Flush Cooling System
Fill Cooling System
Check Radiator Hoses and Clamps
Clean Radiator, Fuel, and Transmission Cooling Fins

240 - Electrical and Lighting Maintenance

Prevent Battery Explosions
Remove and Install Battery
Clean Battery and Terminals
Use Booster Battery
Replace Headlight Bulb
Replace Tail/Turn Light Bulb
Replace Warning Light Bulb
Replace Relays and Fuses

250 - Drivetrain Maintenance

Drivetrain Maintenance

250A - Transmission Maintenance

Check Transmission Oil Level
Change Transmission Oil and Hydraulic Suction Oil Filter

250B - MFWD and Front Axle Maintenance

Check Front Axle Oil Level
Change Front Axle Oil
Adjust Front Axle Thrust Bolt Torque
Lubricate Axle Trunnion
Lubricate MFWD Driveshaft
Clean MFWD Axle Breather Valve

250C - Differential and Rear Axle Maintenance

Rear Axle

250D - Power Take Off (PTO) Maintenance

PTO Maintenance

260 - Steering and Brake Maintenance

Check and Adjust Toe-In
Steering Maintenance
Brake Maintenance

270 - Hydraulics Maintenance

Hydraulic Maintenance

270A - Hitch and Drawbar Maintenance

Lubricate 3-Point Hitch

270B - Selective Control Valve Maintenance

Check Selective Control Valve

280 - Wheels and Tires Maintenance

Check Wheel Lug Bolts and Hardware
Remove and Install Wheels
Check Tire Pressure
Tire Inflation Pressure Chart
Select Front Tire Rolling Direction
Change Wheel Spacing and Tread Width
Lift Points for Jacking up the Tractor

280A - Ballasting Maintenance

Match Ballast to Work Load

280B - Additional Equipment Maintenance

Additional Equipment Maintenance

290 - Operator Station Maintenance

Raise and Lower Hood
Remove and Install Side Panels
Remove and Install Front Cowl
Inspect ROPS for Loose Hardware

300 - Troubleshooting

Information Display Fault Messages
Engine
Electrical System
Machine
Brakes
Steering

300A - On Board Diagnostics

Service Alert and Information Display
On Board Diagnostic Display
On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) Tool
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)

400 - Specifications

Engine Specifications
Drivetrain Specifications
Hydraulic System Specifications
Electrical System Specifications
Fluid Capacities
Ground Speeds
Dimensions
Height From Ground
Ground Clearance
Turning Radius
Machine Weight
3-Point Hitch Specification
Coupling Devices
How to Calculate Maximum Permissible Download on Trailer Hitch
How to Calculate Permissible Mass
Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values
Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values

400A - Identification Numbers

Product Identification Information
Record Identification Numbers

400B - Certification and Warranty

Product Warranty
John Deere, California and U.S. EPA Emission Control System Warranty (Non-Road Diesel)
Tire Warranty
Limited Battery Warranty

500 - Service Records

Every 10 Hour Service
Every 50 Hour Service
Every 200 Hour Service
Every 400 Hour Service
Every 600 Hour Service
Yearly
Every 1000 Hour Service
Every 2000 Hour Service or Every Two Years
Every 6000 Hour Service or Every Six Years
Change of Ownership
Change of Ownership
Change of Ownership

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