6105E, 6120E and 6135E Final Tier IV Tractors,
Operator's Manual (North America, August 2016)
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Foreword
Section 00 - General Information
Product View
Trademarks
Glossary of Terms
Regions and Country Versions
Machine Overview
Section 00A - Safety Precautions
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
In Case of Fire
Avoid Static Electricity Risk When Refueling
Keep ROPS Installed Properly
Use Foldable ROPS and Seat Belt Properly
Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
Use Steps and Handholds Correctly
Read Operator’s Manuals for ISOBUS Controllers
Use Seat Belt Properly
Operating the Tractor Safely
Avoid Backover Accidents
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
Transport Towed Equipment at Safe Speeds
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
Decommissioning — Proper Recycling and Disposal of Fluids
and Components
Section 00B - Safety Signs
Replace Safety Signs
Safety Instructions Safety Sign
Use Seat Belt Safety Sign
Passenger Seat Safety Sign
Riders Safety Sign
ROPS in Normal Position Safety Sign
ROPS Safety Sign
Prevent Machine Runaway Safety Sign
Park Brake Safety Sign
Towing Implement Safety Sign
PTO Safety Sign
Front End Loader Safety Sign
Section 10 - Controls and Instruments
Front Console Controls
Right-Hand Console Controls
Left-Hand Console Controls
Instrument Cluster and Information Display
Information Display (Roll Mode Switch)
Aftertreatment Indicators Overview
Required Machine Stop Warning
DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) Level Gauge
Section 20 - Engine Operation
Before Start the Engine
Operate Key Switch
Start the Engine
Cold Weather Start
Engine Coolant Heater
Check Engine Indicators and Gauges
Change Engine Speeds
Recommended Engine Speeds and Operational Procedures
Stop the Engine
Section 30 - Air Intake, Fuel, Coolant, and Exhaust Operation
Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) System Overview
Exhaust Filter System Overview
Automatic (AUTO) Exhaust Filter Cleaning
Disabled Exhaust Filter Cleaning
Parked Exhaust Filter Cleaning
Service Exhaust Filter Cleaning
Fill Fuel Tank
Fill Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank
Section 40 - Electrical and Lighting Operation
Light Switch
Use Headlights
High Beam Indicator
Use Tail Lights
Use Work Lights
Use Warning Lights
Use Turn Signals
Operate Rotating Beacon Light
Route Cables and Harnesses
Use Dome Light
Use Courtesy Light
Use Seven-Terminal Outlet
Accessory Electrical Outlets
Section 50 - Drivetrain Operation
Gear Selection
Section 50A - Transmission Operation
Operate Transmission—PR
High / Low Split-Shift Feature
Shift Transmission
Use Infinitely Variable Shuttle
Stop Tractor
Section 50B - MFWD and Front Axle Operation
Operate EH MFWD
Section 50C - Differential and Rear Axle Operation
Differential Lock
Section 50D - Power Take Off (PTO) Operation
Change Reversible PTO Stub Shaft
Attach PTO-Driven Implement
Operate Tractor PTO
PTO Speed Selection
Section 60 - Steering and Brake Operation
Steering Stop Adjustment (MFWD Axle)
Use Brakes
Section 70 - Hydraulics Operation
Open Center Hydraulic System
Warm Transmission-Hydraulic System Oil
Use Hydraulic Motor Case Drain Connection
Use Hydraulic Motor Return Connection
Section 70A - Hitch and Drawbar Operation
3-Point Hitch Components
Prepare Implement
Rockshaft Control Levers
Use Rockshaft Position Control
Set Position Control Lever Stop
Use Draft Control
Adjust Rockshaft Speed-of-Drop
Attach Implements to 3-Point Hitch
Attach Implement with Telescoping Draft Links
Adjust Hitch Side Sway
Level Hitch
Adjust Lateral Float
Observe Drawbar Load Limitations
Adjust Drawbar Length
Adjust Drawbar Side-to-Side
Use Clevis Assembly
Section 70B - Selective Control Valve Operation
Connect or Disconnect High-Pressure Hoses
Connect Cylinder Hoses—Rear SCV
Connect and Operate Single-Acting Cylinder
Use Correct Hose Tips
SCV Control Lever and Coupler Identification
Operate SCV Control Levers
Set Detents and Operate SCV Control Levers—Three-Function
Deluxe Inlet Section
Use Rear SCV to Operate Hydraulic Motor
Use Three-Function Deluxe Inlet Section to Operate Loader
Adjust Flow Control—Three-Function Deluxe Inlet Section
Mid-Mount SCV Control Lever and Coupler Identification
Operate Mid SCV Multi-Function Control Lever
Match Tractor Power to Implement
Section 80 - Wheels and Tires Operation
Check Implement-to-Tire Clearance
Check Tire Inflation Pressure
Tire Inflation Pressure Chart
Front and Rear Tire Combinations—2WD
Front and Rear Tire Combinations—MFWD
Selecting Front Tire Rolling Direction
Tighten Wheel/Axle Hardware Correctly
Tighten Bolts—Rear Axle
Tighten Bolts—Adjustable Front Axle
Tighten Bolts—MFWD Axle
Tread Settings—Adjustable Front Axle (2WD Axle)
Tread Settings—MFWD Axle
Tread Settings—Multi-Position Rear Wheels (Steel Disks)
Adjusting Front Wheel Tread (2WD Axle)
Checking Toe-In—Adjustable Front Axle (2WD)
Checking Toe-In—MFWD Axle
Adjusting Toe-In—Adjustable Front Axle (2WD)
Adjusting Toe-In—MFWD Axle
Front Fender Adjustment (MFWD Axle)
Section 80A - Ballasting
Planning for Maximum Productivity
Selecting Ballast Carefully
Determining Maximum Rear Ballast
Determining Maximum Front Ballast
Adding Rear Ballast For Front Loader
Using Cast Iron Weights
Using Liquid Weight
Using Implement Codes
Section 80B - Additional Equipment
Additional Equipment Operation
Front Loader Mounting Bracket
Section 90 - Operator Station Operation
Operating Foldable ROPS
Operator's Manual Storage Compartment
Using Seat Belt
Adjusting Seat—Mechanical Suspension
Adjust Seat—Air Suspension
Instructional Seat
Adjusting Steering Wheel
Using Emergency Exit
Opening Windows
Opening Door
Inside Rear View Mirror and Sun Visor
Sun Roof
Front Sun Shade
Adjusting Blower Speed
Controlling Temperature
Deicing, Demisting or Defrosting Windshield
Optimizing A/C and Heater Performance
Operating Windshield Wiper and Washer
Operating Rear Window Wiper and Washer
Using Monitor Mounts
Section 100 - Transport and Storage
Operator Training Required
Observe Maximum Travel Speeds
Driving on Public Roads
Driving Tractor on Roads
Towing Tractor
Use Caution on Hillsides
Place Tractor in Storage
Remove Tractor from Storage
Paint Finish Care
Section 200 - Maintenance Intervals
Maintenance Interval Chart
Service Tractor Safely
Observe Service Intervals
Service Daily Before Start-Up
Additional Service Information
Section 200A - Fuels, Lubricants, and Coolants
Handle Fuel Safely—Avoid Fires
Handle Fluids Safely—Avoid Fires
Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants
Diesel Engine Coolant (engine with wet sleeve cylinder liners)
Operating in Warm Temperature Climates
John Deere COOL-GARD™ II Coolant Extender
Water Quality for Mixing with Coolant Concentrate
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) — Use in Selective Catalytic
Reduction (SCR) Equipped Engines
Disposal of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
Refilling Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank
Storing Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
Testing Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
Testing Coolant Freeze Point
Extended Diesel Engine Oil Service Intervals
Diesel Engine Oil — Interim Tier 4, Final Tier 4, Stage
IIIB, and Stage IV
Engine Oil and Filter Service Intervals — Interim Tier
4, Final Tier 4, Stage IIIB, and Stage IV Engines
John Deere Break-In Plus™ Engine Oil — Interim Tier
4, Final Tier 4, Stage IIIB, and Stage IV
Oil Filters
Fuel Filters
Diesel Fuel
Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel
Lubricity of Diesel Fuel
Testing Diesel Fuel
BioDiesel Fuel
Minimizing the Effect of Cold Weather on Diesel Engines
Supplemental Diesel Fuel Additives
Grease
Mixing of Lubricants
Lubricant Storage
Transmission, Steering, Brake, Hydraulic, and Gear Case Oil
Oilscan™ and CoolScan™
Transmission and Hydraulic Oil
MFWD Axle and Wheel Hub Oil
Section 200B - As Required Maintenance
As Required Maintenance
Wash Machine After Unloading
Section 210 - Controls and Instruments Maintenance
Controls and Instruments Maintenance
Section 220 - Engine Maintenance
Required Emission-Related Information
Engine Operation—Break-In Check
Break-In Service—During First 10
Hours of Operation
Break-In Check—After First 50 Hours
of Operation
Break-In Check—After First 100
Hours of Operation
Opening Hood
Engine Valve Adjustment
Use Correct Lubricant
Check Engine Oil Level
Change Engine Oil and Filter
Lubricate Hood Latch
Section 230 - Air Intake, Fuel, Coolant, and Exhaust Maintenance
Inspect Engine Air Intake Filters
Cleaning Air Filter Dust Unloading Valve
Replace Engine Air Intake Filters
Inspect Engine Air Intake System
Tighten Hose Clamps
Clean Open Crankcase Vent (OCV) Tube
Exhaust Filter Cleaning
Cleaning Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank
Exhaust Filter / Diesel Particulate Filter Ash Handling and
Disposal
Exhaust Filter Disposal
Do Not Modify Fuel System
Drain Water and Sediment From Fuel Filters
Drain Water and Sediment From Fuel Tank
Replace Prefilter / Water Separator
Replace Primary Fuel Filter / Water Separator
Changing Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Dosing Unit Filter
Check Coolant Level
Check Cooling System for Leaks
Flush Cooling System and Replace Thermostat
Bleed Fuel System
Clean Grille Screens, Radiator, Oil Cooler, Radiator Screen
and A/C Condenser
Section 240 - Electrical and Lighting Maintenance
Electrical Service Precautions
Use a Booster Battery or Charger
Clean Battery
Inspect Alternator/Fan Belt Tensioner
Replace Alternator/Fan Belt
Remove Battery
Service Battery
Battery Replacement Specifications
Charge Battery
Check Battery Condition
Access Fuses and Relays
Starter Wiring Connections
Fusible Link Location
Load Center Fuses and Relays-OOS
Load Center Fuses and Relays-OOS—Behind Instrument Panel
Load Center Fuses and Relays-OOS—Behind Panel at Left
Rear Corner of Operators Station
Load Center Fuses and Relays—Cab
Load Center Fuses and Relays—Cab—Behind Instrument
Panel
Handle Halogen Light Bulbs Safely
Adjust Headlights
Replace Headlight Element
Replace Roof Hazard Light Bulb—Cab
Replace Hazard Light Bulb—OOS
Replace Tail and Turn Light Bulbs
Replace Floodlight Element—OOS
Replace Floodlight Element—Cab
Replace Dome Light Bulb—Cab
Replacing Controls Illumination Light Bulb (Cab)
Replacing Rotary Beacon Light Bulb
Section 250 - Drive Train Maintenance
Use Correct Transmission/Hydraulic Filter Element
Check Neutral Start System—PR
Section 250A - Transmission Maintenance
Check Transmission-Hydraulic Oil Level
Change Transmission-Hydraulic Oil
Replace Transmission-Hydraulic Oil Filter
Section 250B - MFWD and Front Axle Maintenance
Lubricate Front Axle Pivot Pins
Lubricate MFWD Axle Shaft
Lubricate Front Wheel Bearings (2WD Axle)
Check MFWD Axle Wheel Hub Oil Level
Check MFWD Axle Housing Oil Level
Change MFWD Axle Wheel Hub Oil
Change MFWD Axle Housing Oil
Section 250C - Differential and Rear Axle Maintenance
Lubricate Rear Axle Bearings
Section 250D - Power Take Off (PTO) Maintenance
Lubricate PTO Stub Shaft
Section 260 - Steering and Brake Maintenance
Lubricate Steering Linkage
Adjust Brake Pedal Free Travel
Section 270 - Hydraulics Maintenance
Hydraulic Maintenance
Warming Transmission-Hydraulic System Oil
Section 270A - Hitch and Drawbar Maintenance
Lubricate Hitch Components
Section 270B - Selective Control Valve Maintenance
Check Selective Control Valve
Section 280 - Wheels and Tires Maintenance
Inspect Tractor for Loose Hardware
Section 280A - Ballasting Maintenance
Measuring Wheel Slip—Manually
Ballasting Front End for Transport
Installing Rear Cast Iron Weights
Section 280B - Additional Equipment Maintenance
Additional Equipment Maintenance
Check Front Loader Mounting Bracket Cap Screws Torque
Section 290 - Operator Station Maintenance
Keep Cab Protection System Installed Properly
Inspect ROPS for Loose Hardware
Lubricate Operator's Seat Slide Rails (OOS)
Inspect Seat Belt
Clean Cab Air Filters
Service Air Conditioner (Cab)
Section 300 - Troubleshooting
Engine Troubleshooting
Transmission Troubleshooting
Hydraulic System Troubleshooting
Brakes Troubleshooting
3-Point Hitch Troubleshooting
Remote Hydraulic Cylinder Troubleshooting
Selective Control Valves (SCV) Troubleshooting
Electrical System Troubleshooting
Heater and A/C System (Cab) Troubleshooting
Wipers, Work Lights, Dome Light and Radio (Cab)
Section 300A - On-Board Diagnostics (OBD)
STOP, Service Alert, Information, and Electrohydraulic Transmission
System Indicators
On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) Tool
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Mode
Diagnostic Address (DA) Mode
Section 400 - Specifications
General Specifications
Overall Dimensions and Weights
Turning Radius—MFWD Axle
Turning Radius—2WD Axle
Ground Speeds—PR
Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values
Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values
Section 400A - Identifications Numbers
Identification Numbers
Product Identification Number
MFWD Axle Serial Number
Engine Serial Number
Fuel Injection Pump Serial Number
Transaxle Serial Number
Cab Serial Number
Keep Proof of Ownership
Section 400B - Certification and Warranty
Limited Battery Warranty
Emissions Control System Certification Label
CARB Non-road Emissions Control Warranty Statement—Compression
Ignition
EPA Non-road Emissions Control Warranty Statement—Compression
Ignition
Section 500 - Service Records
As Required, Daily / Every 10 Hour, and Weekly / Every 50 Hour
Service Chart
First 100 Hour and Every 250 Hour Service Chart
Every 500 Hour, 1000 Hour / Annual, 2000 Hour / Two Year, and
5000 Hour / Five Year Service Chart
Section JDSLA - John Deere Service Literature Available
Technical Information
Section IBC - John Deere Service Keeps You On The Job
John Deere Is At Your Service