Towing Tractor

CAUTION: Disconnect MFWD drive shaft if towing tractor with front wheels on a carrier. Loss of transmission-hydraulic system pressure engages the MFWD and pull tractor off the carrier, even with lever in the DISENGAGED position.

IMPORTANT: To avoid transmission and drivetrain component damage, NEVER attempt to start tractor by towing, engine will not start.

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   MFWD Drive Shaft-to-Drop Housing

   A - Spring Pin

   B - Coupler

   C - Driveshaft Shield

   When towing tractor with front wheels on a carrier, remove driveshaft:

   1. Remove three cap screws and slide the driveshaft shield (C) away from the drop housing. Repeat on opposite end.

   2. Remove spring pin (A) using a punch and hammer.

   3. Support driveshaft and slide coupler (B) toward the drop housing.

   4. Remove driveshaft, driveshaft shield (C), and coupler (B).

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   LV12796-UN-20SEP06

   Sight Glass

   D - Sight Glass

   Sight glass (If Equipped): Check transmission- hydraulic oil level in sight glass (D). (See Check Transmission-Hydraulic Oil Level in Lubrication Section). Add 1 L (1 qt) for each 90 mm (3-1/2 in) front wheels are raised off the ground. Do NOT raise front wheels more than 305 mm (12 in). Drain excess oil after transporting.

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   E - Transmission/Hydraulic Oil Dipstick

   Dipstick (If Equipped): Ensure that transmission-hydraulic system oil is to the full mark on the transmission/hydraulic oil dipstick (E). If the tractor is to be towed with the front wheels raised, add 1 liter of oil for each 90 mm (3-1/2 in.) the wheels are raised. Do NOT raise front wheels more than 305 mm (12 in) above ground. Drain excess oil after transporting.

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4. Tap brake pedals, to make sure that differential lock is not engaged.

5. Disengage PTO and move range and gearshift levers to NEUTRAL.

6. For PowrReverser™ Transmission, put EH directional reverser lever in NEUTRAL.

7. If possible, operate engine above 1250 rpm to provide lubrication, power steering, and power brakes. Have an operator steer and brake tractor.

8. Do NOT tow the tractor faster than 8 km/h (5 mph). Do not exceed 3 km/h (2 mph) for the first 10 minutes in below freezing temperatures.

After Towing

Apply multipurpose grease to MFWD couplers and shaft splines, and install driveshaft assembly.

Drain excess transmission-hydraulic oil to the lower level back to full.