Service Daily Before Start-Up

IMPORTANT: 5425N and 5525N: During the first 100 hours of operation, fill with John Deere DIESEL ENGINE BREAK-IN OIL. (See Fuel, Lubricants and Coolant section for oil specifications.)

Safe operating range is between two marks on dipstick. Do not operate engine when oil level is below lower mark on dipstick. Remove engine oil filler cap (B) and add seasonal viscosity grade oil through filler hole. (See Fuel, Lubricants and Coolant section for oil specifications.)

2. Lubricate the following items at 10-hour intervals if operating in extremely wet or muddy conditions:

• Front axle pivot pin
• Steering spindles and cylinder ends (adjustable front axle)
• King pins (MFWD)
• Rear axle bearings

Use multipurpose grease. (See Fuel, Lubricants and Coolant section for grease specifications.)

For detailed information see Lubrication section.

3. Lubricate the following items after pressure washing, if necessary:

• Hood latch
• Operator's seat slide rails (Open Station)

Use multipurpose grease. (See Fuel, Lubricants and Coolant section for grease specifications.)

For detailed information see Lubrication section.

A-Engine Oil Dipstick
B-Engine Oil Filler Cap

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