Checking Traction Assist Cable Operation

  1. Engage the traction assist.

  2. Park the machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)

  3. IMPORTANT: Improperly adjusted traction assist cables can cause transaxle damage.

    See your John Deere dealer if the cable needs to be adjusted.

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    Located on back of machine.

    Inspect the traction assist lever (A) and try moving the lever toward the passenger side of the machine.

    • If the lever can not be moved toward the passenger side of the machine, the cable does not need adjustment.
    • If the lever can be moved, see your John Deere dealer.



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