5075E, 5078E and 5085E Tractors
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Foreword
Interpreting the (17-digit) Tractor Serial Number
Production Year Table (Digit 5)
Transmission Type Chart (6 digit)
Company Info
Section 00 - Product Presentation
Tractor
Section 05 - Safety
Recognize Safety Information
Understand Signal Words
Follow Safety Instructions
Prepare for Emergencies
Wear Protective Clothing
Protect Against Noise
Handle Fuel Safely—Avoid Fires
Handle Starting Fluid Safely
Fire Prevention
Keep ROPS Installed Properly
Use Foldable ROPS and Seat Belt Properly
Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
Use Steps and Handholds Correctly
Read Operator Manuals for ISOBUS Implements
Use Seat Belt Properly
Operating the Tractor Safely
Limited Use in Forestry Operation
Operating the Loader Tractor Safely
Keep Riders Off Machine
Instructional Seat
Use Safety Lights and Devices
Use a Safety Chain
Tow Loads Safely
Use Caution On Slopes and Uneven Terrain
Freeing a Mired Machine
Avoid Contact with Agricultural Chemicals
Handle Agricultural Chemicals Safely
Handling Batteries Safely
Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating
Handle Electronic Components and Brackets Safely
Practice Safe Maintenance
Avoid Hot Exhaust
Clean Exhaust Filter Safely
Work In Ventilated Area
Support Machine Properly
Prevent Machine Runaway
Park Machine Safely
Transport Tractor Safely
Service Cooling System Safely
Service Accumulator Systems Safely
Service Tires Safely
Service Front-Wheel Drive Tractor Safely
Tightening Wheel Retaining Bolts/Nuts
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
Do Not Open High-Pressure Fuel System
Store Attachments Safely
Dispose of Waste Properly
Section 10 - Safety Labels
Pictorial Safety Signs
Warning — Consult Operator's Manual
Warning — Operator's Platform
Section 15 - Controls and Instruments
Controls and Instruments
Instrument Panel
Section 20 - Lights
Light Switch Position
Headlight Usage
High-Beam Indicator
Work Light Usage
Position Lights Usage
Hazard Warning Lights
Turn Signal Usage
Section 25 - Open Operator Station
Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS)
Seat Belt Use
Positioning Operator's Seat
Adjusting Seat Suspension
Tool Box
Section 30 - Break-In Period
Closely Monitor Engine Performance
Service During Break-In Period
Section 35 - Pre-Operation Checks
Daily Service Before Starting Engine
Section 40 - Operating the Engine
Before Starting the Engine
Engine Start Up
Instrument Check After Starting Up Engine
Air Restriction Gauge
Fuel Level Check
Changing Engine Speed
Warming Up and Idling the Engine
Restarting Engine
Engine Shut Off
Starting the Engine by Means of a Booster Battery
Section 45 - Operating the Tractor
The Operator Needs To Be Trained
Driving On Public Roads
Be Careful on Descents
Operating Top Shaft Synchronized Transmission (TSS)
Using the Transmission
Selecting Gears
Tractor Ground Speeds
Using the Brakes
Using Differential Lock
Use of 4x4 Front-Wheel Drive (If Equipped)
Stopping the Tractor
Section 50 - Hydraulic Hitch and 3-Point Hitch
Adapting Tractor Power to Size of Towed Implement
Three-Point Hitch Components
Hydraulic Hitch Control Levers
Using Hydraulic Hitch Position Control
Position Control Lever Limiter
Using Draft Control
Adjusting Rate of Drop of Hydraulic Hitch
Preparing the Implements
Center Link Position
Coupling Implements to 3-Point Hitch
Hitch Float
Leveling Hitch
Vertical Play
Adjusting Hydraulic Hitch Control Lever Friction
Warming Up Hydraulic System Oil
Section 55 - Remote Hydraulic Cylinders—Optional
Using the Correct Hose Ends
Connecting Cylinder Hoses
Connecting Pressurized Hoses
Connecting a Single Action Cylinder
Correcting Reversed Cylinder Response
Neutral Position of Lever
Retracting Cylinders
Extending Cylinders
Implement Float Use
Hydraulic Output Connections
Disconnecting Cylinder Hoses
Section 60 - Drawbar and PTO
Drawbar Load Limitations
Selecting Drawbar Position
Adjusting Drawbar Length
Using Swinging Drawbar
Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
Operating Instructions
Attaching PTO Driven Implement
PTO Speed Selection
Operating PTO at Correct Speed
Adjusting Drive Rod of PTO Clutch
Section 65 - Ballasting
Selecting Counterweights
Transporting with Ballast
Guidelines for Tractor Ballasting
Determining Ballast
Ballast Calculation for Optimum Performance
Using Liquid Ballast in Tires
Tires & Loads
Slip Rate
Checking Ballast
Rear Wheel Slip Measuring Methods
Method of Measuring Slip Rate Using a Stopwatch
Power Hop
Mounting Rear Wheel Counterweights
Front Hitch with Counterweights
Installing Front Counterweights
Four-Wheel Drive Front Axle Maximum Load with Front-Mounted
Implements
Ballasting the Tires with Water
Deflating Tires Ballasted with Water
Section 70 - Treads, Wheels and Tires
Service Tires Safely
Checking Free Space Between Implement and Tires
Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
Tire Inflation Pressure Chart
Selecting the Rolling Direction of the Front Tires
Correct Torque of Wheel/Axle Bolts
Tightening Bolts - Front Axle
Bolt Torque—Rear Axle
Rear Tread Limits
Adjusting Tread of Rear Wheels with Reversible Rims
Positions of Tread of Rear Wheels with Reversible Rims
Adjusting 4x4 Front Tread with Reversible Rims
Positions of 4X4 Front Wheel Tread with Reversible Rims
Positions of 4X2 Front Wheel Tread with Reversible Rims
Setting Front Axle Tread (Carraro)
Setting Front Axle Tread (Dana)
Checking Toe-In - 4X2 Axle
Adjusting Toe-In - 4x4 Axle (Carraro)
Adjusting Toe-In — 4x2 Axle (Dana)
Checking Toe-In—MFWD Tractor
Adjust Toe-In - MFWD Tractor
Adjusting Turn Radius of MFWD Steering Stops
Adjusting Turn Radius of Steering Stops - 4X2 Axle (Carraro)
Using Correct Tire Combinations
Section 75 - Transport
Use Safety Lights and Devices
Use a Safety Chain
Driving Tractor On Public Roads
Transporting The Tractor on a Truck
Towing Tractor
Section 80 - Fuel, Lubricants, Coolant
Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel
Handle Fuel Safely—Avoid Fires
Diesel Fuel
Sulfur
Filling the Fuel Tank
Lubricity of Diesel Fuel
Testing Diesel Fuel
Biodiesel Fuel
Diesel Engine Oil
Grease
Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Coolant
Mixing of Lubricants
Diesel Engine Oil and Filter Service Intervals
Note: Extended Service
Diesel Engine Break-In Oil
Transmission and Hydraulic Oil
Filter Element For Transmission/Hydraulic System
Front-Wheel Drive Axle Oil
Operating In Warm Temperature Climates
Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants
Lubricant Storage
Section 85 - Lubrication, Periodic Services
Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines
Service Intervals
Use Correct Lubricants Only
Service During Break-In Period
Section 90 - Service—Daily or Every 10 Hours
Check Engine Oil Level
Checking Coolant Level
Special Lubrication Points
Bleeding Off Water and Sediment from Fuel Tank
Checking Hydraulic Oil Level of Transmission
Lubrication Points, Maintenance and Inspection
Lubrication As Required
Section 95 - Service—Every 50 Hours
Checking Tires
Checking Front-Wheel Drive Oil Level
Lubricating 4X2 Front Axle Pivot Pin
Lubricating 4X2 Front Axle Steering Pivot
Lubricate DANA 4x4 Front Axle Pivot Pin
Lubricating Linkage Pin of ZF 4x4 Front Axle
Lubricating 4x4 Front Axle
Inspecting Tractor for Loose Bolts and Nuts
Cleaning Relief Valve of Engine Air Filter
Lubrication Points, Maintenance and Inspection
Section 100 - Service—First 100 Hours
After 100 Hours
Section 105 - Service—Every 250 Hours
Changing Engine Oil Filter and Oil
Replacing Fuel Filter
Replacing Fuel Line Filter - 5075E (if equipped)
Lubricate 3-Point Hitch
Air Filter Service
PTO Shaft
Checking Neutral Start System
Parking Brake
Checking Free Travel of Clutch Pedal
Adjusting PTO Clutch Rod
Lubricating 4X2 Front Axle Wheel Hub (Carraro)
Lubricating 4X2 Front Axle Wheel Hub (Dana)
Lubrication Points, Servicing and Inspecting
Section 110 - Service—Every 400 Hours
Front-Wheel Bearing 4X2 Assembly
Checking 4X2 Front Axle Pivot Pin Play
4X2 Front Axle Steering Pivot
Section 115 - Service—Every 500 Hours
Lubricating Rear Axle Bearings
Section 118 - Service—Every 600 Hours
Changing MFWD Axle Oil DANA
Section 120 - Service—Every 625 Hours
Changing Transmission/Hydraulic Oil Filter - 5075E, 5078E and
5085E Tractors
Section 125 - Service—First 750 Hours
Adjusting Valve Play
Section 130 - Service—Every 750 Hours
Changing ZF MFWD Axle Oil
Checking Engine Idle and Top Speed
Cleaning Crankcase Vent Hose
Checking Hose and Clamp Tightness
Lubrication Points, Maintenance and Inspection
Section 135 - Service—Every 1250 Hours
Change Transmission and Hydraulic System Oil
Cleaning Oil Filter Mesh of Transmission/Hydraulic System
Section 140 - Service—Every 1500 Hours
Injection nozzles
Lubrication Points, Maintenance and Inspection
Section 145 - Service—Every Year
Replacing Air Filter Inserts
Lubrication Points, Maintenance and Inspection
Section 150 - Service-—Every 2 Years or Every 2000 Hours
Cleaning Cooling System and Replacing Thermostatic Valve
Lubrication Points, Maintenance and Inspection
Section 155 - Service—As Required
Throttle Friction Adjustment
Cleaning Fuel Line Filter - 5075E (If Equipped)
Operator's Seat
Lubrication Points, Servicing and Inspecting
Section 160 - Service
Servicing Tractor Safely
Work In Ventilated Area
Additional Servicing Information
Opening the Hood
Removing Hood
Checking Air Intake System
Removing Air Filter Primary Insert
Cleaning Primary Filter
Inspecting Air Filter Insert
Storing Filter Insert
Replacing Fan/Alternator V-Belt
Fuel System Components
Replacing Fuel Filter
Bleeding Fuel System
Do Not Modify the Fuel System
Cooling System
Cleaning Radiator Screen and Fins
Cleaning Cooling System
Prevent Battery Explosions
Observe Electrical Service Precautions
Servicing Battery
Replacing Battery
Battery Charging
Important Recommendations Concerning the Battery
General Fuse
Fuse Locations
Fuse Capacity and Function
Relays - Function
Replacing Bulbs
Adjusting Headlight Focus
Adjusting Headlights
Replacing Bulbs of Position Lights, Hazard Warning Lights and
Work Lights
Checking Tires
Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS)
Section 165 - Troubleshooting
Engine
Transmission
Hydraulic system
Brakes
Hydraulic Hitch and 3-Point Hitch
Remote Hydraulic Cylinders (if equipped)
Electrical System
Section 170 - Storage
Tractor Storage
To Make Tractor Operational
Section 175 - Specifications
Engine
PTO
Transmission
Clutch Operation
Brakes Troubleshooting
Hydraulic System
Wheel Configurations
Maximum Weight of Tractor, in kg (lb)
Dimensions
Electrical System
Capacities
Section 180 - Serial Numbers
Identification plates
Tractor Serial Number
Record of Front Axle Serial Number (4X2 Carraro)
Record of Front Axle Serial Number (4X2 Dana)
Record of Front Axle Serial Number (4X4)
Engine Serial Number
Transmission Serial Number
Section IBC - John Deere Keeps You On The Job
John Deere Parts
The Right Tools
Well-Trained Technicians
Prompt Service