Operating Top Shaft Synchronized Transmission (TSS) (If Equipped)

Range shift lever (A) provides three speed ranges: A, B and C.

Gear shift lever (B) provides three forward travel speeds (1, 2, 3) and reverse:

• Nine forward speeds are available when using range and gear shift levers
• Three reverse speeds are available when using range shift lever

IMPORTANT: Top shaft synchronizer works only on speed gears, including reverse. To prevent transmission damage, do not attempt to change range while in motion. To shift into a different range; stop tractor, depress clutch pedal fully and decrease engine speed.

The clutch pedal must be FULLY depressed in order to make a gear (speed) shift. If the clutch pedal is not fully depressed, the shift lever can not be moved beyond neutral. Should this occur, depress the clutch pedal further. If the clutch pedal free travel is out of specification, see your John Deere dealer to readjust clutch pedal linkage.

To prevent unnecessary clutch wear, never "ride" the clutch by resting foot on the pedal.

Range Shift: Tractor must come to a complete stop when shifting into any speed range.

1. After the tractor has stopped, lower engine rpm to idle speed.
2. Depress clutch pedal (C) FULLY.
3. Select desired speed range (A, B, C).
4. Slowly release clutch pedal to gradually take up load.
5. Increase engine speed once shift is completed.

A-Range Shift Lever
B-Gear Shift Lever
C-Clutch Pedal

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Gear (speed) Shift: Changing gears can be made on-the-go , without stopping.

1. With tractor in motion, depress clutch pedal (C) FULLY.
2. Select desired forward speed (1, 2, 3) or reverse.
3. Slowly release clutch pedal to gradually take up load.

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