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4044M, 4044R, 4052M, 4052R, 4066M, and 4066R Tractors Operator's Manual (North America)

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
DANGER
DANGER
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION
WARNING
CAUTION—Cab Tractors

10 - Controls and Instruments

Front Console Controls
Foot Operated Controls
Right-Hand Console Controls
Left-Hand Console Controls
Fender Controls
HVAC Controls
Instrument Panel
Information Display and Display Mode Switch
Information Display

20 - Engine Operation

Use Key Switch
Using Throttle
Using eThrottle—If Equipped
Starting the Engine—Hydrostatic Transmission
Starting the Engine—PowrReverser Transmission
Stopping Machine

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

Using Fuel Shutoff Valve
Filling Fuel Tank
Exhaust Filter System Overview

40 - Electrical and Lighting Operation

Use Lights and Turn Signals
Use Display Mode Switch
Using Dome Light—Cab
Using Power Port Outlet

50 - Drivetrain Operation

Drive Machine—Hydrostatic Transmission
Driving Machine—PowrReverser Transmission

50A - Transmission Operation

Operating Hydrostatic Transmission
Operating PowrReverser Transmission
Use PowrReverser Shuttle Control—If Equipped
Using Cruise Control—If Equipped
Using LoadMatch—(4044M, 4052M, 4066M)
Using LoadMatch—(4044R, 4052R, 4066R)
Using SpeedMatch—If Equipped
Using MotionMatch—(4044M, 4052M, 4066M)
Using MotionMatch—(4044R, 4052R, 4066R)

50B - MFWD and Front Axle Operation

Using Mechanical Front Wheel Drive (MFWD)

50C - Differential and Rear Axle Operation

Using Differential Lock (Traction Assist)

50D - Power Take Off (PTO) Operation

Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
Using the Power Take-Off (PTO) Safely
Using Rear PTO Switch
Using the Two Speed Rear PTO—If Equipped

60 - Steering and Brake Operation

Use Brake Pedals
Use Park Brake
Adjusting Tilt Steering Wheel—If Equipped

70 - Hydraulics Operation

Warm Hydraulic System Oil
Hydraulics Information

70A - Hitch and Drawbar Operation

Operate Attachments
Using Hitch Assist—If Equipped
Using Drawbar Hitch—If Equipped
Use 3-Point Hitch
Use Rockshaft Control Lever
Use Rate-of-Drop
Level Hitch
Adjust Hitch Side Sway
Using Optional iMatch Quick-Attach Hitch System
Using Front 3-Point Hitch—If Equipped
Using Front Hitch Lift Arms—Category 1—If Equipped
Using Loader with Front Hitch—If Equipped
Using Torsion Tube—Category 1—If Equipped
Using Heavy Duty Push Bar—Category 1—If Equipped

70B - Selective Control Valve Operation

Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
Connecting Implement Hydraulic Hoses
Using Dual Selective Control Valve Lever—If Equipped
Using 3rd Selective Control Valve (SCV) Outlet—If Equipped
Using Power Beyond Outlet—If Equipped
Using IV and V Rear Outlet Selective Control Valve (SCV)—If Equipped
Using Diverter I, II, and III Rear Outlets—If Equipped

80 - Wheels and Tires Operation

Tire Combinations

80A - Ballast

Selecting Ballast
Ballast Machine
Implement Codes
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

90 - Operator Station Operation

Entering and Exiting Machine
Adjusting Seat
Using Seat Belt
Raising and Lowering Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS)
HVAC Temperature Control—Cab
Using Windshield Wiper and Washer—Cab
Defrost Windshield and Side Glass—Cab
Using Radio—Cab
Using Rear Window—Cab
Using Toolbox—If Equipped

100 - Transport and Storage

Transport Machine on Trailer
Transporting Machine
Pushing or Towing Machine
Towing Loads
Safety Chain
Store Safety
Prepare Machine for Storage
Prepare Fuel and Engine For Storage
Remove Machine from Storage
Placing Front Hitch Lift Arms in Storage Position—Category 1—If Equipped

200 - Maintenance Intervals

Service Your Machine
Maintenance Interval Chart—Daily to Every 400 Hours
Maintenance Interval Chart—Every 400 Hours or Annually to Every 6000 Hours
Test Safety Systems
Testing Rear PTO Switch
Testing the Seat Switch
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
Testing Coolant Freeze Point
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
Avoid Fumes
Checking Engine Oil Level
Changing Engine Oil and Filter
Clean Dust Unloading Valve
Servicing the Alternator Belt
Servicing the Air Conditioner Belt—Cab
Clean Front Grille Screens
Checking Engine Oil Level
Changing Engine Oil and Filter
Cleaning Front and Side Grille Screens
Clean Engine Compartment

230 - Air, Fuel, Coolant and Exhaust Maintenance

Servicing Air Filter Elements
Checking Air Filter Intake Hose
Exhaust Filter Maintenance and Service
Automatic (AUTO) Exhaust Filter Cleaning
Disabled Exhaust Filter Cleaning
Parked Exhaust Filter Cleaning
Service Exhaust Filter Cleaning
Checking and Cleaning Fuel Filter Sediment Bowl and Replacing Filter
Fuel Injection Pump
Fuel Injection Nozzles
Service Cooling System Safely
Servicing Cooling System
Checking Radiator Hoses and Clamps
Cleaning Cooling Fins

240 - Electrical and Lighting Maintenance

Service Electrical
Service the Battery Safely
Check Battery Electrolyte Level
Removing and Installing Battery
Clean Battery and Terminals
Use Booster Battery
Replacing Headlight Bulb
Replacing Light Bulbs—Open Station
Replacing Light Bulbs—Cab
Replacing Relays and Fuses

250 - Drivetrain Maintenance

Drivetrain Maintenance

250A - Transmission Maintenance

Checking Transmission Oil Level
Changing Transmission Oil and Hydraulic Suction Oil Filter

250B - MFWD and Front Axle Maintenance

Checking Front Axle Oil Level
Changing Front Axle Oil
Adjusting Front Axle Thrust Bolt Torque
Lubricating Axle Trunnion

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

270 - Hydraulics Maintenance

Hydraulic Maintenance

270A - Hitch and Drawbar Maintenance

Lubricating 3-Point Hitch

270B - Selective Control Valve Maintenance

Check Selective Control Valve

280 - Wheels and Tires Maintenance

Checking Wheel Bolts and Hardware
Removing and Installing Wheels
Check Tire Pressure
Tire Inflation Pressure Chart
Select Front Tire Rolling Direction
Changing Wheel Spacing and Tread Width
Lifting Points for Jacking up the Tractor
Front and Rear Tire Capacity

280A - Ballasting Maintenance

Match Ballast to Work Load

280B - Additional Equipment Maintenance

Additional Equipment Maintenance

290 - Operator Station Maintenance

Raising and Lowering Hood
Side Panel Removal and Installation
Hood Cowl Removal and Installation
Cleaning Hood Vents
Inspect ROPS for Loose Hardware
Servicing Air Conditioner
Cleaning Cab Air Filter
Checking Cab Roll-Over Protection System Installation

300 - Troubleshooting

Engine
Electrical System
Heater and Air Conditioning 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)
Come Home Mode

400 - Specifications

Engine Specifications
Drivetrain Specifications
Hydraulic System Specifications
Electrical System Specifications
Fluid Capacities
Ground Speeds
Dimensions
Height From Ground
Ground Clearance
Track Width
Turning Radius
Machine Weight
3-Point Hitch Specification
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 100 Hour Service
Every 200 Hour Service or Annually
Every 400 Hour Service
Every 400 Hour Service or Annually
Every 600 Hour Service
Annually
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

JDS - John Deere Service

John Deere Is At Your Service
Technical Information