5105 and 5205 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-If Equipped
Operate Tractor Safely
Use Caution on Hillsides
Shift to Low Gear on Hills
Avoid Tipping
Freeing a Mired Machine
Work In Ventilated Area
Park Tractor Safely
Keep Riders Off Machine
Handle Fuel Safely-Avoid Fires
Prepare for Emergencies
Wear Protective Clothing
Protect Against Noise
Handle Chemical Products Safely
Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
Use Safety Lights and Devices
Use a Safety Chain
Safely Transporting the Tractor
Tow Loads Safely
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
Store Attachments Safely
Prevent Acid Burns
Service Tires Safely
Dispose of Waste Properly
Section : 10 - Safety Signs
Warning Labels
Section : 15 - Controls and Instruments
Tractor Controls
Instrument (Dash) Panel
Section : 20 - Lights
Light Switch Positions
Using Headlights
High Beam Indicator
Using Tail Lights and Warning Lights
Using Turn Signals
Seven-Terminal Outlet
Section : 25 - Operator's Platform
Operating Foldable ROPS-If Equipped
Using Seat Belt
Selecting Seat Position
Adjusting Ride Comfort
Section : 35 - Break-In Period
Observe Engine Operation Closely
Break-In Service
Section : 40 - Prestarting Checks
Service Daily Before Start-Up
Section : 45 - Operating the Engine
Before Starting the Engine
Starting the Engine
Check Instruments After Starting
Oil Pressure Indicator
Charging System Indicator
Air Restriction Indicator
Coolant Temperature Gauge
Watch Fuel Level
Changing Engine Speeds
Warming Up the Engine
Restart Stalled Engine
Avoid Idling the Engine
Observe Engine Work and Idle Speeds
Working With Speed/Hour Meter
Stopping the Engine
Cold Weather Starting Procedure Using Intake Air Heater System-If Equipped
Using Booster Battery
Section : 50 - Driving the Tractor
Operator Training Required
Driving on Public Roads
Use Caution on Hillsides
Operating SyncReverser™ Transmission
Shifting Transmission
Selecting a Gear
Using Brakes
Using Differential Lock
Operating Mechanical Front Wheel Drive-If Equipped
Stopping Tractor
Section : 55 - Rockshaft and 3-Point Hitch
Match Tractor Power to Implement
3-Point Hitch Components
Rockshaft Control Levers
Using Rockshaft Position Control
Setting Position Control Lever Stop
Using Draft Control
Adjusting Rockshaft Rate-of-Drop
Preparing Implement
Converting Category II Hitch to Category I
Positioning Center Link-If Equipped
Attaching Implements to 3-Point Hitch
Adjusting Hitch Side Sway
Leveling the Hitch
Adjusting Lateral Float
Adjusting Rockshaft Control Lever Friction
Warming Hydraulic System Oil
Section : 60 - Remote Hydraulic Cylinders
Use Correct Hose Tips
Control Lever and Coupler Identification-If Equipped
Connecting Cylinder Hoses
Connecting Single-Acting Cylinder
Correcting Reversed Cylinder Response
Neutral Lever Position
Extending/Retracting Cylinder-SCV II
Extending/Retracting Cylinder-SCV I
Adjusting Cylinder Stop
Loader Joystick Functions-If Equipped
Disconnecting Cylinder Hoses
Section : 65 - Drawbar and PTO
Observe Drawbar Load Limitations
Selecting Drawbar Position
Adjusting Drawbar Length
Using Swinging Drawbar
Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
Attaching PTO-Driven Implement
Operating Tractor PTO
Adjusting PTO Clutch Operating Rod
Section : 70 - Ballast
Planning for Maximum Productivity
Selecting Ballast Carefully
Matching Ballast to Load Work
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-If Equipped
Using Liquid Weight
Using Implement Codes
Section : 75 - Wheels, Tires and Treads
Service Tires Safely
Check Implement-to-Tire Clearance
Check Tire Inflation Pressure
Tire Inflation Pressure Chart
Selecting Front Tire Rolling Direction
Tighten Wheel/Axle Hardware Correctly
Tighten Bolts-Adjustable Front Axle
Tighten Bolts-MFWD Axle-If Equipped
Tighten Bolts-Rear Axle
Observe Rear Wheel Tread Width Limitations
Tread Settings-Two-Position Rear Wheels
Tread Settings-Multi-Position Rear Wheels
Tread Settings-Multi-Position MFWD Wheels
Tread Settings-Adjustable Front Axle
Adjust Front Axle Tread Width
Checking Toe-In-Two-Wheel Drive Tractor
Adjusting Toe-In-Two-Wheel Drive Tractor (Axle with Adjustable Steering Cylinder)
Adjusting Toe-In-Two-Wheel Drive Tractor (Axle without Adjustable Steering Cylinder)
Checking Toe-In-MFWD Tractor
Adjusting Toe-In-MFWD Tractor
Set MFWD Steering Stops Turning Radius
Use Correct Tire Combinations
Tire Compatibility Chart
Section : 80 - Transporting
Use Safety Lights and Devices
Use a Safety Chain
Driving Tractor on Roads
Transport on Carrier
Towing Tractor
Section : 85 - Fuels, Lubricants, and Coolant
Handle Fuel Safely-Avoid Fires
Handle Fluids Safely-Avoid Fires
Fuel Storage
Cold Weather Operation
Diesel Fuel
Fill Fuel Tank
Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants
Lubricant Storage
Diesel Engine Oil
Oil Filters
Diesel Engine Coolant
Liquid Coolant Conditioner
Anti-Chatter Transmission-Hydraulic Oil
Use Correct Transmission-Hydraulic Filter Element
Gear Oil
Grease
Section : 90 - Lubrication and Maintenance
Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines
Observe Service Intervals
Use Correct Lubricant
Break-In Service
Service Intervals
Section : 95 - Service-10 Hours
Check Engine Oil Level
Check Coolant Level
Drain Water and Sediment From Fuel Filter
Lubricate as Necessary
Section : 100 - Service-50 Hours
Check Transmission-Hydraulic System Oil Level
Check MFWD Axle Oil Level
Clean and Check Battery
Inspect All Tires
Lubricate Front Axle Pivot Pin(s)
Lubricate Steering Spindles (Adjustable Front Axle)
Lubricate Swivel Housing (MFWD)
Inspect Tractor for Loose Hardware
Section : 105 - Service-100 Hours
Change Engine Oil and Filter
Replace Transmission-Hydraulic Filter
Section : 110 - Service-250 Hours
Service Air Cleaner
Inspect and Adjust Alternator/Fan Belt
Lubricate 3-Point Hitch
Check Neutral Start System
Check and Adjust Clutch Pedal Free Play
Check and Adjust Brake Pedal Free Play
Adjusting PTO Clutch Operating Rod
Section : 115 - Service-500 Hours
Replace Fuel Filter
Section : 120 - Service-600 Hours
Change Oil in MFWD Axle-If Equipped
Clean Engine Crankcase Vent Tube
Pack Front Wheel Bearings (Adjustable Front Axle)
Check Hoses and Hose Clamps for Tightness
Lubricate Rear Axle Bearings
Check Engine Idle Speeds
Check Front Axle Pivot Pin
Adjust Engine Valve Clearance
Section : 125 - Service-1200 Hours
Change Transmission-Hydraulic Oil and Filter
Clean Transmission-Hydraulic Pickup Screen
Section : 130 - Service-Annually
Change Engine Oil and Filter
Replace Air Cleaner Elements
Section : 135 - Service-2 Years/2000 Hours
Flush Cooling System
Section : 140 - Service-As Required
Service Air Cleaner
Adjust Throttle Friction
Section : 145 - Service
Service Tractor Safely
Work In Ventilated Area
Engine Break-In Oil
Using High-Pressure Washers
Additional Service Information
Opening Hood
Removing Side Screens
Removing Hood
Air Intake System Components
Service Air Cleaner at Regular Intervals
Checking Air Intake System
Inspecting Element
Storing Element
Replacing Alternator/Fan Belt
Fuel System Components
Bleeding Fuel System
Do Not Modify Fuel System
Engine Cooling System Components
Cleaning Grille, Screens, Radiator and Oil Cooler
Flush Cooling System
Winterize Cooling System
Prevent Battery Explosions
Observe Electrical Service Precautions
Battery Access
Removing Battery
Servicing Battery
Battery Replacement Specifications
Charging Battery
Checking Battery Condition
Connecting Starter Wiring
Connecting Alternator Wiring
Locating Fusible Link
Locating Fuses
Fuse Size and Function
Fuse Size and Function
Aiming Headlights
Adjusting Headlights
Replace Headlight Bulb
Replace Tail Light and Warning Light Bulbs
Checking Tires
Tubeless Tire Repair
Keep ROPS Installed Properly
Section : 150 - Troubleshooting
Engine Troubleshooting
Transmission Troubleshooting
Hydraulic System Troubleshooting
Brakes Troubleshooting
Rockshaft and Quick-Coupler 3-Point Hitch Troubleshooting
Remote Hydraulic Cylinders Troubleshooting
Electrical System Troubleshooting
Section : 155 - Storage
Storing Tractor
Removing Tractor From Storage
Section : 160 - Specifications
Machine Specifications
Drain and Refill Capacities
Machine Dimensions
Ground Speed Estimates
Metric Bolt and Cap Screw Torque Values
Unified Inch Bolt and Cap Screw Torque Values
Emissions Control System Certification Label
U.S. Emissions Control Warranty Statement (United States Only)
Limited Battery Warranty
Section : 165 - Identification Numbers
Identification Plates
Record Tractor Serial Number
Record Front Axle (2-WD) Serial Number
Record Mechanical Front Wheel Drive (MFWD) Serial Number-If Equipped
Record Engine Serial Number
Record Transmission Serial Number
Section : 170 - Lubrication Maintenance Record Charts
50, 250, 500 Hour Service Chart
600 Hour Service Chart
1000, 1200 Hour Service Chart
Annual Service Chart
2000 Hour Service Chart
As Required Service Chart
Section : 175 - Crime Prevention Tips
Help Prevent Crime
Record Ag Identification Numbers
Keep Proof of Ownership
Park Indoors Out of Sight
When Parking Outdoors
Reduce Vandalism
Report Thefts Immediately
Section : SLIT - John Deere Service Literature Available
Technical Information
Section : IBC - John Deere Service Keeps You on the Job
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