Service Intervals


Initial Service 8 Hours

  • Lubricate mower spindles and pivot points.
  • Check mower deck spindle brakes (Manual PTO)
  • Lubricate front axle pivot and axle spindles.
  • Lubricate front axle wheel bushings.

Every 25 Hours

  • Lubricate mower spindles and pivot points.
  • Lubricate front axle pivot and axle spindles.
  • Lubricate front axle wheel bushings.

Yearly or Every 50 Hours (Whichever Comes First)

  • Change engine oil and filter. (Service more frequently under dusty conditions.)
  • Replace air filter element. (Service more frequently under dusty conditions.)
  • Replace fuel filter.
  • Replace spark plug(s).
  • Clean engine cooling fins.
  • Clean/Replace emission filter (If equipped).
  • Sharpen/replace mower blades.
  • Check/replace mower drive belts.
  • Check/level mower deck.
  • Clean mower deck.
  • Clean battery terminals.
  • Check mower deck spindle brakes (Manual PTO).

Every 200 Hours

  • Check/adjust valve clearance. See your John Deere dealer for this service.

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