Place Tractor in Long-Term Storage

IMPORTANT: If the tractor will not be used for several months, the following recommendations for storage and removal from storage will minimize corrosion and deterioration.

NOTE: Use Engine Storage Kit available from your John Deere dealer.

Perform the following steps for long-term tractor storage:

1. Service engine air cleaner. (See SERVICE ENGINE AIR INTAKE AND PRE-CLEANER in General Maintenance and Inspection section.)

2. If coolant in tractor is more than two years old, flush cooling system. (See DRAIN, FLUSH AND REFILL COOLING SYSTEM in Maintenance—Cooling System section). Add 50% antifreeze water mixture. Test coolant for adequate cold weather protection.

3. Change engine oil and filter (See procedure in Lubrication section).

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   Left-Hand Side of Tractor—Cab

   
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   Back Side of Tractor—OOS

   
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   Rear of Tractor

   
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   Left-Hand Side of Engine

   A - Fuel Tank Fill Cap

   B - Transmission/Hydraulic Oil Fill Cap

   C - Engine Oil Fill Cap

   Drain fuel tank. Remove fuel tank fill cap (A) and add 4 L (1 gal.) of fuel. Then add 0.4 L (12 oz.) of corrosion inhibitor. Install cap.

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5. Remove transmission/hydraulic oil fill cap (B) and add 0.25 L (1 pt.) of corrosion inhibitor. Install cap.

6. Depress clutch and start engine. Run engine until it reaches operating temperature. Raise and lower rockshaft several times. Shut off engine.

7. Remove fuel tank fill cap and add 0.5 L (16 oz.) inhibitor. Install cap.

8. Remove engine oil fill cap (C) and add 0.5 L (16 oz.) inhibitor. Install cap.

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   A - Fuel Shut-off Solenoid Wiring Leads/Connectors

   Remove boot and disconnect fuel shutoff solenoid wiring leads/connectors (A). (This will prevent engine from starting while cranking.)

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10. Remove air intake hose at manifold. Pour 0.1 L (3 oz.) inhibitor into manifold and replace hose. Pull hand throttle back to slow idle position. Crank engine only a few revolutions.

11. Remove alternator/fan belt after it has cooled.

12. Remove and clean battery. Store in a cool, dry place. Keep it charged. ¹

13. Tie or block clutch pedal in the disengaged position.

14. Coat exposed metal surfaces such as adjustable front axles, if extended, with grease or a corrosion inhibitor.

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    A - Air Cleaner Inlet

    B - Dust Unloader Valve

    C - A/C Compressor Pulley (Cab)

    Use tape to seal engine air cleaner inlet (A), dust unloader valve (B), exhaust pipe, crankcase fill cap, fuel fill cap, coolant recovery tank, and transmission/hydraulic system fill cap.

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16. Cover dash with opaque material to prevent gauges from fading.

17. Raise tires off ground. Protect from heat and sunlight.

18. Thoroughly clean tractor. Touch up any painted surfaces that are scratched or chipped.

19. If tractor must be stored outside, cover it with a waterproof material.

20. Cab: Rotate air conditioning compressor pulley (C) several turns once a month to prevent seizure of compressor.