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 2 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

    A - Fuel Tank Fill Cap

    Drain fuel tank. Remove fuel tank fill cap (A) and add 4 L (1 gal) of fuel. Install cap.


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

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

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

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

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    A - Air Cleaner Inlet

    B - Dust Unloader Valve

    C - Air Conditioner Compressor Pulley (Cab)

    Use tape to seal 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.


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

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

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

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

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

1 Disconnect battery ground cable for short-term storage periods (20 to 90 days).

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