5320N, 5420N and 5520N 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
Operate Tractor Safely
Locating Fusible Link
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
Do Not Use Starting Fluid
Wear Protective Clothing
Protect Against Noise
Handle Chemical Products Safely
Avoid Contact with Pesticides
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-Open Station
Tractor Controls-Cab
Instrument (Dash) Panel
Overhead Control Panel-Cab
Section : 20 - Lights
Light Switch Positions
Using Headlights
High Beam Indicator
Using Tail Light-Open Station
Using Rear Flood Light-Open Station
Using Flood Lights-Cab
Using Warning Lights-Open Station
Using Warning Lights-Cab
Using Turn Signals-Open Station
Using Turn Signals-Cab
Seven-Terminal Outlet-If Equipped
Section : 25 - Operator's Platform-Open Station
Operating Foldable ROPS
Using Seat Belt
Selecting Seat Position
Adjusting Ride Comfort
Section : 30 - Operator's Station-Cab
Using Seat Belt
Seat Adjustments
Adjusting Steering Wheel Tilt
Adjusting Blower Speed
Controlling Temperature
Operating Wiper(s)
Accessory Electrical Outlet
Optimizing A/C and Heater Performance
Operating the Radio (Cab-If Equipped)
Operating the Radio with Optional Cassette Tape Player (Cab-If Equipped)
Operating the Radio with Optional Compact Disc Player (Cab-If Equipped)
Operating the Optional Cassette Tape Player (Cab-If Equipped)
Operating the Optional Compact Disc Player (Cab-If Equipped)
Setting the Clock (Cab-If Equipped)
Using Dome Light
Storage Compartment
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
Avoid Contact With Pesticides
Driving on Public Roads
Use Caution on Hillsides
Observe Maximum Travel Speeds
Selecting a Gear
Shifting Transmission
Using Brakes
Using Differential Lock
Operating Mechanical Front Wheel Drive-If Equipped
Stopping The 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 IN or Category I
Positioning Draft Link Ends
Positioning Center Link
Attaching Implements to 3-Point Hitch
Adjusting Sway Blocks
Leveling the Hitch
Adjusting Rockshaft Control Lever Friction-Open Station
Adjusting Rockshaft Control Lever Friction-Cab
Warming Hydraulic System Oil
Section : 60 - Remote Hydraulic Cylinders
Use Correct Hose Tips
SCV Control Lever and Coupler Identification
Installing Remote Outlet Oil Manifolds-Optional
Connecting Cylinder Hoses
Operating SCV Controls
Adjusting Cylinder Stop
Power Beyond Valve Operation-If Equipped
Disconnecting Cylinder Hoses
Section : 65 - Drawbar and PTO
Observe Drawbar Load Limitations
Selecting Drawbar Position
Adjusting Drawbar Length
Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
Attaching PTO-Driven Implement
Selecting Correct PTO Speeds
Operating Tractor PTO
Adjusting PTO Clutch Operating Rod-Open Station
Adjusting PTO Clutch Operating Rod-Cab
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
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
Tighten Bolts-Rear Axle
Observe Rear Wheel Tread Width Limitations
Tread Settings-Two-Position Rear Wheels-Early Model Tractor
Tread Settings-Two-Position Rear Wheels-Late Model Tractor
Tread Settings-Multi-Position Rear Wheels-Early Model Tractor
Tread Settings-Multi-Position Rear Wheels-Late Model Tractor
Tread Settings-Two-Position MFWD Wheels-Early Model Tractor
Tread Settings-Two-Position MFWD Wheels-Late Model Tractor
Tread Settings-Adjustable Front Axle-Early Model Tractor
Tread Settings-Adjustable Front Axle-Late Model Tractor
Adjust Front Axle Tread Width
Checking Toe-In-Two-Wheel Drive Tractor
Adjusting Toe-In-Two-Wheel Drive Tractor
Checking Toe-In-MFWD Tractor
Adjusting Toe-In-MFWD Tractor
Set MFWD Steering Stops-MFWD Axle
Use Correct Tire Combinations
Tire Compatibility Chart-Early Model Tractor
Tire Compatibility Chart-Late Model Tractor
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 Hydraulic-Transmission Filter Element
Gear Oil
Grease
Section : 90 - Lubrication and Maintenance
Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines
Clean Vehicle of Hazardous Pesticides
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 Tank and 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
Lubricate Steering Cylinder Ends and Steering Spindles-Adjustable Front Axle
Lubricate Steering King Pins-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-5320N
Inspect and Adjust A/C Compressor Belt -Cab (5320N)
Inspect and Replace A/C Compressor Belt-Cab (5420N and 5520N)
Lubricate 3-Point Hitch
Check Neutral Start System
Check and Adjust Clutch Pedal Free Play-Open Station
Check and Adjust Clutch Pedal Free Play-Cab
Clean Cab Air Filters
Adjusting PTO Clutch Operating Rod-Open Station
Adjusting PTO Clutch Operating Rod-Cab
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
Check and 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
Inspecting Seat Belt
Section : 135 - Service-2 Years/2000 Hours
Flush Cooling System
Section : 140 - Service-As Required
Service Air Cleaner
Adjust Throttle Friction
Adjust 540E PTO Throttle Limiter-Open Station
Adjust 540E PTO Throttle Limiter-Cab
Section : 145 - Service
Service Tractor Safely
Work In Ventilated Area
Clean Vehicle of Hazardous Pesticides
Engine Break-In Oil
Using High-Pressure Washers
Additional Service Information
Opening Hood
Removing Hood
Removing Side Screens
Air Intake System Components
Service Air Cleaner at Regular Intervals
Checking Air Intake System
Removing Air Cleaner Elements
Inspecting Element
Cleaning Primary Element
Washing Primary Element
Storing Element
Replacing Alternator/Fan Belt-5320N
Replacing Fan/Alternator/AC Compressor Belt-5420N and 5520N
Replacing A/C Compressor Belt (Cab-5320N)
Fuel System Components
Bleeding Fuel System
Do Not Modify Fuel System
Engine Cooling System Components
Cleaning Grille, Screens, Radiator, Oil Cooler and Air Conditioner Condenser
Flush Cooling System
Replacing Thermostat
Winterize Cooling System
Prevent Battery Explosions
Observe Electrical Service Precautions
Battery Access-Open Station Machines
Battery Access-Cab Machines
Removing Battery
Servicing Battery
Battery Replacement Specifications
Charging Battery
Checking Battery Condition
Connecting Starter Wiring
Connecting Alternator Wiring
Servicing Air Conditioner
Locating Fusible Link
Locating Fuses
Fuse Size and Function-Early Model Tractors Without Cab
Fuse Size and Function-Later Model Tractors Without Cab
Fuse Size and Function-All Cab Tractors
Fuse Size and Function-Cab
Aiming Headlights
Adjusting Headlights
Replace Headlight Bulb
Replace Warning Light Bulb-Cab
Replace Warning Light Bulb-Open Station
Replace Tail/Turn Signal Light Bulb-Cab
Replace Tail Light Bulb-Open Station
Replace Rear Flood Light Bulb-Open Station
Replace Flood Light Bulb-Cab
Replace Dome Light Bulb-Cab
Checking and Adjusting Park Brake Lever
Checking Tires
Tubeless Tire Repair
Keep ROPS Installed Properly-Open Station
Keep Cab Protection System 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
Heater and A/C System Troubleshooting-Cab
Wipers, Flood Lights, Dome Light and Radio Troubleshooting-Cab
Section : 155 - Storage
Storing Tractor
Removing Tractor From Storage
Section : 160 - Specifications
Machine Specifications
Drain and Refill Capacities
5320N Machine Dimensions
5420N Machine Dimensions
5520N Machine Dimensions
Permissible Load Specifications
SyncReverser™ Transmission Ground Speed Estimates
Creeper Transmissions Ground Speed Estimates
Correction Factors for Other Tire Sizes
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 Adjustable Front Axle (2-WD) Serial Number
Record Mechanical Front Wheel Drive (MFWD) Serial Number
Record Engine Serial Number
Record Transmission Serial Number
Section : 170 - Lubrication and 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
Parts Catalog
Operator's Manual
Fundamentals of Service Manuals
Technical and Service Manuals
Know-How Booklets
Common Questions Booklet
Section : IBC - John Deere Service Keeps You on the Job
John Deere Quality