5325N, 5425N and 5525N Narrow Tractors
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Foreword
Identification Views
Section : 05 - Safety
Recognize Safety Information
Understand Signal Words
Follow Safety Instructions
Prevent Machine Runaway
Use Seat Belt and Foldable ROPS Properly-Open Station
Operating the Tractor Safely
Use Caution on Hillsides
Shift to Low Gear on Hills
Avoid Tipping
Freeing a Mired Machine
Work In Ventilated Area
Stopping and Parking Tractor
Keep Riders Off Machine
Handle Fuel Safely-Avoid Fires
Prepare for Emergencies
Do Not Use Starting Fluid
Handle Starting Fluid Safely (5425N and 5525N Without Optional Starting Aid)
Wear Protective Clothing
Protect Against Noise
Handle Agricultural Chemicals Safely
Avoid Contact with Pesticides
Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
Use Safety Lights and Devices
Use a Safety Chain
Safely Transporting the Tractor
Transport Towed Equipment at Safe Speeds
Keep ROPS Installed Properly
Practice Safe Maintenance
Service Tractor Safely
Support Machine Properly
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating
Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
Service Cooling System Safely
Handling Halogen Light Bulbs Safely
Store Attachments Safely
Handling Batteries Safely
Service Tires Safely
Dispose of Waste Properly
Section : 10 - Safety Signs
Replace Damaged or Missing Safety Signs
Safety Signs-All
Safety Signs-ROPS
Safety Signs-Open Station
Safety Signs-Cab
Safety Signs-Mid-Mount and Deluxe Rear SCV (If Equipped)
Section : 15 - Controls and Instruments
Front Console Switches and Controls-Open Station
Front Console Switches and Controls-Cab
Front Console Switches and Controls-Options (If Equipped)
Foot Operated Controls
Operator Station Side Controls
Multi-Function Control Lever (If Equipped)
Ignition Switch
Gauges and Indicator Lights
Roof Mounted Switches and Controls (Cab)
EH Hitch Raise/Lower Switches-External
Section : 20 - Lights
Light Identification-Open Station
Light Identification-Cab
Positioning Warning Lights for Transport (Open Station)
Operating Lights
Using Turn Signals
Using Seven-Terminal Outlet
Adjusting Rear Facing Work Light-Open Station
Adjusting Work Lights-Cab
Operating Loader Lights (If Equipped)
Operating Rotating Beacon Light (If Equipped)
Section : 25 - Operator Station
Operating Foldable ROPS
Using Emergency Exit (Cab)
Opening Rear Window (Cab)
Using Seat Belt
Adjusting Seat
Adjusting Steering Wheel Tilt and Height (Cab)
Adjusting Blower Speed
Controlling Temperature
Optimizing A/C and Heater Performance
Operating Windshield Wiper and Washer
Operating Rear Window Wiper and Washer (If Equipped)
Accessory Electrical Outlet
Using Dome Light
Using Controls Illumination Light
Installing a Monitor
Using Storage Compartment
Operating Radio (If Equipped)
Operating Radio with Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped)
Operating Radio with Compact Disc Player (If Equipped)
Operating Cassette Tape Player (If Equipped)
Operating Compact Disc Player (If Equipped)
Setting Clock (If Equipped)
Section : 30 - Break-In Period
Observe Engine Operation Closely
Break-In Service
Section : 35 - Prestarting Checks
Service Daily Before Start-Up
Section : 40 - Operating Engine
Before Starting the Engine
Starting the Engine
Using Engine Coolant Heater
Checking Engine Indicators and Gauges
Changing Engine Speeds
Recommended Engine Speeds and Operating Procedures
Stopping the Engine
Using a Booster Battery or Charger
Section : 45 - Driving and Transporting Tractor
Towing Loads and Transporting with Ballast
Towing Loads
Using Safety Chain
Driving on Public Roads
Use Caution on Hillsides
Operating PowrReverser™ Transmission
Operating PowrReverser™ Transmission with Hi/Lo (If Equipped)
PowrReverser™ Indicators
Ground Speed Estimates-PowrReverser™ Transmission1
Ground Speed Estimates-PowrReverser™ Transmission with Hi/Lo1
Using Infinitely Variable Shuttle (If Equipped)
Selecting a Gear
Correction Factors for Other Tire Sizes
Using Brakes
Using Differential Lock
Using Mechanical Front-Wheel Drive (MFWD)-Electro-Hydraulic Control with Auto Engage and Brake Assist (If Equipped)
Freeing a Mired Machine
Stopping the Tractor
Transporting on Carrier
Towing Tractor
Section : 50 - Rockshaft Controls
Rockshaft Controls
Using External Raise and Lower Switches
Adjusting Raise Height
Transporting Implements
Adjusting Rate-of-Drop
Adjusting Depth Stop
Adjusting Load/Depth Control
Using Position Control Setting
Using Draft Control
Using Float Control
Manually Lowering Hitch
Electro-Hydraulic Hitch Indicator
Section : 55 - 3-Point Hitch
Match Tractor Power to Implement
3-Point Hitch Components
Preparing Implement
Converting Category II Hitch to Category IN or Category I
Positioning Draft Link Ends
Positioning Center Link
Attaching Implements to 3-Point Hitch
Adjusting Sway Blocks
Leveling the Hitch
Section : 60 - Hydraulic System Controls and Operations
Hydraulic Valves
SCV Control Lever and Coupler Identification
Mid-Mount Valve Coupler Identification (If Equipped)
Use Correct Hose Tips
Connecting Cylinder Hoses-Rear SCV
Connecting Cylinder Hoses-Mid-Mount Valve (If Equipped)
Connecting Hose Under Pressure
Connecting and Operating Single-Acting Cylinder
Operating SCV Control Levers-Basic Valve
Setting Detents and Operating SCV Control Levers-Deluxe Valve (If Equipped)
Using Rear SCV to Operate Hydraulic Motor
Using Deluxe SCV to Operate Loader
Operating Multi-Function Control Lever (If Equipped)
Adjusting Flow Control-Deluxe SCV (If Equipped)
Correcting Reversed Cylinder Response
Warming Transmission-Hydraulic System Oil
Using Power Beyond Attachment (If Equipped)
Using Hydraulic Motor Case Drain Connection (If Equipped)
Using Hydraulic Motor Return Connection (If Equipped)
Disconnecting Cylinder Hoses
Section : 65 - Drawbar and PTO
Match Tractor Power to Implement
Observing Drawbar Load Limitations
Selecting Drawbar Position
Adjusting Drawbar Length and Offset
Reversing 540/1000 RPM PTO Stub Shaft (If Equipped)
Attaching PTO-Driven Implement
Selecting Correct PTO Speeds
Operating Tractor PTO
Section : 70 - Performance Ballasting
Planning for Maximum Productivity
Selecting Ballast Carefully
Matching Ballast to Work Load
Checking for Correct Ballast
Measuring Wheel Slip (Manually)
Ballast Limitations
Ballasting Front End for Transport
Ballasting Two-Wheel Drive Tractors
Ballasting MFWD-Equipped Tractors
Determining Maximum Rear Ballast
Determining Maximum Front Ballast
Using Cast Iron Weights
Installing Rear Cast Iron Weights
Using Liquid Ballast
Liquid Ballast
Using Implement Codes
Section : 75 - Wheels, Tires and Treads
Service Tires Safely
Check Implement-to-Tire Clearance
Check Tire Inflation Pressure
Tire Inflation Pressure Charts
Selecting Front Tire Rolling Direction
Tighten Wheel/Axle Hardware Correctly
Tighten Bolts-Adjustable Front Axle
Tighten Bolts-MFWD Axle
Tighten Bolts-Rear Axle
Observe Rear Wheel Tread Width Limitations
Tread Settings-Two-Position Rear Wheels
Tread Settings-Multi-Position Rear Wheels
Tread Settings-Two-Position MFWD Wheels
Tread Settings-Adjustable Front Axle
Adjusting Front Axle Tread Width
Checking Toe-In-Adjustable Front Axle
Adjusting Toe-In-Adjustable Front Axle
Checking Toe-In-MFWD Axle
Adjusting Toe-In-MFWD Tractor
Set MFWD Steering Stops-MFWD Axle
Use Correct Tire Combinations
Tire Compatibility Chart
Section : 80 - Fuel, Lubricants and Coolant
Diesel Fuel
Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel
Lubricity of Diesel Fuel
Testing Diesel Fuel
Biodiesel Fuel
Filling Fuel Tank
Diesel Engine Break-In Oil (5425N and 5525N)
Diesel Engine Oil
Oil Filters
Diesel Engine Coolant
Operating in Warm Temperature Climates
Additional Information About Diesel Engine Coolants and Supplemental Coolant Additives
Testing Diesel Engine Coolant
Transmission and Hydraulic Oil
Use Correct Transmission-Hydraulic Filter Element
MFWD Axle Housing and Wheel Hub Oil
Grease
Mixing of Lubricants
Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants
Lubricant Storage
Section : 85 - Maintenance and Service Intervals
Observe Service Intervals
Break-In Service
Service Interval Chart-Daily or 10 Hours/50 Hours/First 100 Hours/First 300 Hours/300 Hours
Service Interval Chart-500 Hours/600 Hours/1200 Hours/Annual/2100 Hours or Two Years
Service-As Required
Raising Hood
Accessing Battery
Using High-Pressure Washers
Using Compressed Air
Section : 90 - General Maintenance and Inspection
Service Tractor Safely
Work In Ventilated Area
Clean Vehicle of Hazardous Pesticides
Additional Service Information
Inspecting Tires
Tubeless Tire Repair
Checking Neutral Start System
Checking Transmission PARK Position
Checking Brakes
Service Air Cleaner
Air Intake System Components
Checking Air Intake System
Replacing Air Cleaner Elements
Inspecting Elements
Storing Element
Cleaning Grille Screens, Radiator, Oil Cooler (If Equipped) or A/C Condenser (Cab)
Inspecting Fan Belt Tensioner
Replacing Fan Belt
Inspecting Seat Belt
Inspecting Tractor for Loose Hardware
Adjusting 540/540E PTO Lever and Linkage
Cleaning Cab Air Filters
Servicing Air Conditioner (Cab)
Keeping ROPS Installed Properly (Open Station)
Keeping Cab Protection System Installed Properly
Cleaning Engine Crankcase Vent Tube
Checking Hoses and Hose Clamps for Tightness
Checking Front Axle Pivot Pin End Play
Adjusting Engine Valve Clearance (5425N and 5525N)
Section : 95 - Lubrication
Use Correct Lubricant
Checking Engine Oil Level
Changing Engine Oil and Filter-5325N
Changing Engine Oil and Filter-5425N and 5525N
Checking Transmission-Hydraulic System Oil Level
Replacing Transmission-Hydraulic Filter
Changing Transmission-Hydraulic Oil and Filter
Cleaning Transmission-Hydraulic Oil Pickup Screen
Checking MFWD Axle Wheel Hub Oil Level
Changing MFWD Axle Wheel Hub Oil
Checking MFWD Axle Housing Oil Level
Changing MFWD Axle Housing Oil
Lubricate as Necessary
Lubricating Steering Spindles and Steering Cylinder Ends (Adjustable Front Axle)
Lubricating Steering King Pins (MFWD)
Lubricating Front Axle Pivot Pin
Packing Front Wheel Bearings (Adjustable Front Axle)
Lubricating Rear Axle Bearings
Lubricating 3-Point Hitch
Lubricating Operator's Seat Slide Rails (Open Station)
Lubricating Hood Latch
Section : 100 - Maintenance-Cooling System
Engine Cooling System Components
Checking Coolant Level
Testing Coolant
Winterize Cooling System
Flushing Cooling System and Replacing Thermostat
Section : 101 - Maintenance-Fuel System
Do Not Modify Fuel System
Fuel System Components-5325N
Fuel System Components-5425N and 5525N
Drain Water and Sediment from Fuel Tank and Fuel Filter
Replacing Fuel Filter-5325N
Replacing Fuel Filter-5425N and 5525N
Replacing In-Line Fuel Filter
Bleeding Fuel System-5325N
Bleeding Fuel System-5425N and 5525N
Inspecting Fuel Injectors (5425N and 5525N)
Checking Engine Idle Speeds
Adjusting Hand Throttle Friction
Section : 102 - Maintenance-Electrical System
Prevent Battery Explosions
Observe Electrical Service Precautions
Cleaning and Checking Battery
Removing Battery
Servicing Battery
Battery Replacement Specifications
Charging Battery
Checking Battery Condition
Connecting Starter Wiring
Connecting Alternator Wiring
Locating Fusible Links
Locating Fuses-Open Station
Locating Fuses-Cab
Fuse and Relay Size and Function-Open Station
Fuse and Relay Size and Function-Cab
Handling Halogen Light Bulbs Safely
Adjusting Headlights
Replacing Headlight Bulb
Replacing Warning Light Bulb-Open Station
Replacing Warning Light Bulb-Cab
Replacing Taillight Bulb
Replacing Work Light Bulb-Open Station
Replacing Work Light Bulb-Cab
Replacing Loader Light Bulb (If Equipped)
Replacing Dome Light Bulb (Cab)
Replacing Controls Illumination Light Bulb (Cab)
Replacing Rotary Beacon Light Bulb (Cab) (If Equipped)
Section : 105 - Troubleshooting
Engine Troubleshooting
Transmission Troubleshooting
Hydraulic System Troubleshooting
Brakes Troubleshooting
Rockshaft and 3-Point Hitch Troubleshooting
Deluxe Selective Control Valve Troubleshooting (If Equipped)
Remote Hydraulic Cylinder Troubleshooting
Electrical System Troubleshooting
Heater and A/C System Troubleshooting (Cab)
Wipers, Work Lights, Dome Light and Radio Troubleshooting (Cab)
Section : 110 - Storage
Storing Tractor
Removing Tractor From Storage
Section : 115 - Specifications
Machine Specifications1
Drain and Refill Capacities1
Machine Dimensions-Open Station1
Machine Dimensions-Cab1
Permissible Load Specifications1
Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values
Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values
Limited Battery Warranty
Section : 120 - Identification Numbers
Identification Numbers
Record Tractor Identification Number
Record Front Axle Serial Number
Record Engine Serial Number
Record Transmission Serial Number
Record Cab Serial Number
Keep Proof of Ownership
Keep Machines Secure
Section : 125 - Lubrication and Maintenance Records
10-Hour Service Chart
50-Hour Service Chart
First 100 Hours Service Chart
First 300 Hours Service Chart
300-Hour Service Chart
500-Hour Service Chart
600-Hour Service Chart
1200-Hour Service Chart
Annual Service Chart
2100-Hour or 2-Year Service Chart
As Required Service Chart
Section : JDSLA - John Deere Service Literature Available
Technical Information
Section : IBC - John Deere Service Keeps You On the Job
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