John Deere Diesel M-GATOR A2 Utility Vehicles Operator Manual OMM164366

Table of Content:

1 Introduction
1.1 Thank You for Purchasing a John Deere Product
1.2 Using Your Operator’s Manual
1.3 Special Messages
1.4 Attachments for Your Machine
2 Product Identification
2.1 Record Identification Numbers
3 Table of Contents
4 Safety Labels
4.1 Safety Label Location
4.2 Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
4.3 Occupant Protective Structure Safety and Certification Label
4.4 CAUTION M160916
4.5 Warning M159705
4.6 CAUTION M161015
4.7 WARNING M163469
4.8 CAUTION M159501
4.9 WARNING M117554
4.10 WARNING M158180
4.11 DANGER M128699
4.12 WARNING M161567
4.13 WARNING M159662
4.14 Emission Control System Certification Label
4.15 Emission Compliance Period
5 Safety
5.1 Supervisor Safety Responsibilities
5.2 Operator Training Required
5.3 Operating Safely
5.4 Using a Spark Arrestor
5.5 Parking Safely
5.6 Protect Children and Prevent Accidents
5.7 Avoid Excessive Speeds
5.8 Avoid Tipping
5.9 Use Seat Belt Properly
5.10 Keep Occupant Protective System (OPS) Installed Properly
5.11 Keep Riders Off Vehicle
5.12 Before Driving
5.13 Transport Loads Safely
5.14 Towing Loads Safely With Utility Vehicle
5.15 Driving On Rough Terrain
5.16 Climbing Or Descending A Hill
5.17 Driving Across Slopes
5.18 Riding Through Water
5.19 Checking Wheel Hardware
5.20 Wear Appropriate Clothing
5.21 Practice Safe Maintenance
5.22 Prevent Fires
5.23 Do Not Modify Machine
5.24 Tire Safety
5.25 Handling Fuel Safely
5.26 Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
6 Operating Controls
6.1 Operator Station Controls
7 Operating
7.1 Daily Operating Checklist
7.2 Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
7.3 Using Hand Holds
7.4 Adjusting Operator’s Seat
7.5 Adjusting Passenger Seat
7.6 Testing Safety Systems
7.7 Testing the Safety Start System
7.8 Using Seat Belt
7.9 Using Park Brake
7.10 Using Ignition Switch
7.11 Using Headlights
7.12 Using Deluxe Garrison Lights (Optional)
7.13 Using Black Out Lights (Optional US military only)
7.14 Using Instrument Panel
7.15 Using Accessory Outlet
7.16 Using Steering Wheel Lock Cable
7.17 Starting the Engine
7.18 Stopping Engine
7.19 Using Travel Controls
7.20 Using Traction Assist
7.21 Raising and Lowering Cargo Box Using Power Lift
7.22 Transporting Litters or Stretchers on Cargo Box or Front Carrier (Emergency Services Use Only)
7.23 Operating the Tailgate
7.24 Lowering Cargo Box Side Panels
7.25 Using Cargo Box Tie-Down Rings
7.26 Using Pintle Hitch
7.27 Determining Vehicle Load Capacity
7.28 Loading Cargo Box
7.29 Emptying Cargo Box
7.30 Towing Loads
7.31 Using Correct Tires and Inflation
7.32 Tire Chains
7.33 Transporting Machine
8 Replacement Parts
8.1 Service Literature
8.2 Parts
8.3 Part Numbers
9 Service Intervals
9.1 Servicing Your Machine
9.2 Break In
9.3 Every 50 Hours or Annually
9.4 Every 200 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)
9.5 Every 400 Hours or 24 Months (whichever comes first)
9.6 Every 800 Hours or 24 Months (whichever comes first)
9.7 Every 1000 Hours
9.8 Every 1000 Hours or 24 Months (whichever comes first)
10 Service Lubrication
10.1 Grease
10.2 Lubricating Drive Line
10.3 Lubricating Suspension
11 Service Engine
11.1 Avoid Fumes
11.2 Engine Oil
11.3 Checking Engine Oil Level
11.4 Changing Engine Oil and Filter
11.5 Cleaning Dust Unloading Valve
11.6 Checking Air Restriction Indicator
11.7 Servicing Air Cleaner Element
11.8 Checking Air Intake, Hoses and Clamps
11.9 Servicing Sediment Bowl
11.10 Bleeding Fuel System
11.11 Servicing Fuel Injection Pump
11.12 Servicing Fuel Injection Nozzles
11.13 Cleaning Engine Compartment
11.14 Cleaning Radiator Cooling Fins
11.15 Checking Coolant Level
11.16 Service Cooling System Safely
11.17 Servicing Cooling System
11.18 Recommended Engine Coolant
11.19 Checking Radiator Hoses and Clamps
11.20 Checking Spark Arrestor
12 Service Transmission
12.1 Transaxle Oil
12.2 4WD Front Differential Oil
12.3 Checking 4WD Front Differential Oil Level
12.4 Changing 4WD Front Differential Oil
12.5 Checking Transaxle Oil Level
12.6 Changing Transaxle Oil
12.7 Inspecting Driveline CV Boots
12.8 Checking Drive Belt
12.9 Cleaning Primary Drive Clutch
13 Service Steering & Brakes
13.1 Brake Fluid
13.2 Checking Brake Fluid Level
13.3 Checking Brake Pads
13.4 Checking Park Brake Fluid
14 Service Electrical
14.1 Service the Battery Safely
14.2 Checking the Battery (Sealed Batteries)
14.3 Removing and Installing Battery
14.4 Cleaning Battery and Terminals
14.5 Using Booster Battery
14.6 Replacing Headlight Bulb
14.7 Replacing Instrument Panel Bulbs
14.8 Checking and Replacing Fuses
15 Service Miscellaneous
15.1 Using Proper Fuel (Diesel)
15.2 Filling Fuel Tank
15.3 Removing and Installing Wheel Assembly
15.4 Opening and Closing Hood
15.5 Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
15.6 Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
16 Troubleshooting
16.1 Using Troubleshooting Chart
16.2 Engine
16.3 Electrical
16.4 Brakes
17 Storage
17.1 Storing Safety
17.2 Preparing Machine for Storage
17.3 Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
17.4 Removing Machine From Storage
18 Specifications
18.1 Engine Specifications
18.2 Drive Train
18.3 Electrical System
18.4 Fuel System
18.5 Fluid Capacities
18.6 Steering and Brakes
18.7 Tires
18.8 Dimensions
18.9 Weights and Capacities
18.10 Recommended Lubricants
19 Warranty
19.1 Product Warranty
19.2 John Deere, Federal And California Emission Control System Warranty (Non-Road Diesel)
19.3 Tire Warranty
19.4 Limited Battery Warranty
20 Index
21 John Deere Quality Statement
21.1 John Deere Quality
22 Service Record
22.1 Record Service Dates