Check MFWD Axle Housing Oil Level

LV14247
LV14247-UN-10MAY11

A - Plug

Service Interval—50 Hours

  1. Park tractor on level surface.

  2. Remove plug (A). Oil level should be approximately 12 mm (1/2 in.) below edge of plug hole.

  3. If low, add oil through same hole. John Deere Hy-Gard™ oil is recommended. (See Fuels, Lubricants and Coolant section.)

  4. NOTE: Approximate MFWD axle housing oil capacity is 4.5 L (1.19 gal).

  5. Apply pipe sealant with TEFLON®, or equivalent, to threads of plug.

  6. Install plug and tighten to specifications.

    ItemMeasurementSpecification
    Plug-to-Axle HousingTorque70 N·m (52 lb-ft)

Hy-Gard is a trademark of Deere & Company
TEFLON is a trademark of Du Pont Co.

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