John Deere HPX 4×4 Diesel GATOR Utility Vehicles Operator Manual OMM152513

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 Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
4.2 WARNING: ROLLOVER OR FALLING OFF MAY CAUSE DEATH
4.3 CAUTION
4.4 WARNING: YOUNG DRIVERS INCREASE CHANCE OF DEATH
4.5 WARNING: AVOID INJURY FROM EXPLOSION
4.6 WARNING: RIDERS CAN FALL OFF AND BE KILLED
4.7 DANGER / CAUTION:
4.8 WARNING: AVOID CRUSHING
4.9 Operator Protective Structure Safety and Certification Label
4.10 Emission Control System Certification Label
4.11 SAE J2258 and ASME B56.8 Compliance
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 Tipping
5.8 Keep Riders Off Vehicle
5.9 Transport Loads Safely
5.10 Towing Loads Safely With Utility Vehicle
5.11 Before Driving
5.12 Driving On Rough Terrain
5.13 Climbing Or Descending A Hill
5.14 Driving Across Slopes
5.15 Riding Through Water
5.16 Checking Wheel Hardware
5.17 Wear Appropriate Clothing
5.18 Practice Safe Maintenance
5.19 Prevent Fires
5.20 Do Not Modify Machine
5.21 Tire Safety
5.22 Handling Fuel Safely
5.23 Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
6 Operating
6.1 Daily Operating Checklist
6.2 Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
6.3 Operator Station Controls
6.4 Using Hand Holds
6.5 Adjusting Operator’s Seat
6.6 Adjusting Passenger Seat
6.7 Using Seat Belt
6.8 Testing Safety Systems
6.9 Testing the Safety Start System
6.10 Using Park Brake
6.11 Using Key Switch
6.12 Using Headlights
6.13 Using and Checking Instrument Panel
6.14 Using Accessory Outlet
6.15 Using Turn Signal Switch (Optional)
6.16 Using Hazard Lights (Optional)
6.17 Using Storage Tray
6.18 Starting the Engine
6.19 Stopping Engine
6.20 Using Travel Controls
6.21 Using Traction Assist
6.22 Using 4WD On-Demand
6.23 Raising and Lowering Cargo Box
6.24 Emptying Cargo Box
6.25 Operating the Tailgate
6.26 Removing Tailgate
6.27 Installing Tailgate Latch Rods
6.28 Loading the Cargo Box
6.29 Towing Loads
6.30 Using Correct Tires and Inflation
6.31 Tire Chains
6.32 Transporting Vehicle
7 Replacement Parts
7.1 Service Literature
7.2 Parts
7.3 Part Numbers
8 Service Intervals
8.1 Servicing Your Machine
8.2 Break In
8.3 Every 50 Hours
8.4 Every 100 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)
8.5 Every 200 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)
8.6 Every 400 Hours or 24 Months (whichever comes first)
8.7 Every 800 Hours or 24 Months (whichever comes first)
9 Service Lubrication
9.1 Grease
9.2 Lubricating Drive Line
10 Service Engine
10.1 Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
10.2 Avoid Fumes
10.3 Engine Oil
10.4 Checking Engine Oil Level
10.5 Changing Engine Oil and Filter
10.6 Cleaning Rubber Dust Unloading Valve
10.7 Checking Air Restriction Indicator
10.8 Servicing Air Cleaner Element
10.9 Checking Air Intake, Hoses and Clamps
10.10 Servicing Sediment Bowl
10.11 Bleeding Fuel System
10.12 Servicing Fuel Injection Pump
10.13 Servicing Fuel Injection Nozzles
10.14 Cleaning Engine Compartment
10.15 Cleaning Grille
10.16 Cleaning Radiator Cooling Fins
10.17 Checking Coolant Level
10.18 Service Cooling System Safely
10.19 Servicing Cooling System
10.20 Recommended Engine Coolant
10.21 Checking Radiator Hoses and Clamps
10.22 Checking Spark Arrestor
11 Service Transmission
11.1 Transaxle Oil
11.2 4WD Front Differential Oil
11.3 Checking 4WD Front Differential Oil Level
11.4 Changing 4WD Front Differential Oil
11.5 Checking Transaxle Oil Level
11.6 Changing Transaxle Oil
11.7 Checking Drive Belt
11.8 Replacing Drive Belt
11.9 Checking Secondary Driven Clutch Buttons
11.10 Cleaning Primary Drive Clutch
12 Service Steering & Brakes
12.1 Brake Fluid
12.2 Checking Brake Fluid Level
12.3 Adjusting Park Brake
13 Service Electrical
13.1 Service the Battery Safely
13.2 Checking the Battery (Sealed Batteries)
13.3 Removing and Installing Battery
13.4 Cleaning Battery and Terminals
13.5 Using Booster Battery
13.6 Replacing Headlight Bulb
13.7 Replacing Instrument Panel Bulbs
13.8 Servicing the Alternator Belt
13.9 Checking and Replacing Fuses
14 Service Miscellaneous
14.1 Using Proper Fuel (Diesel)
14.2 Filling Fuel Tank
14.3 Removing and Installing Wheel Assembly
14.4 Removing and Installing Seats
14.5 Opening and Closing Hood
14.6 Removing and Installing Storage Tray
14.7 Inspecting Seat Belt
14.8 Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
14.9 Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
15 Troubleshooting
15.1 Using Troubleshooting Chart
15.2 Engine
15.3 Electrical
15.4 Brakes
16 Storage
16.1 Storing Safety
16.2 Preparing Machine for Storage
16.3 Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
16.4 Removing Machine From Storage
17 Specifications
17.1 Engine Specifications
17.2 Drive Train
17.3 Electrical System
17.4 Fuel System
17.5 Fluid Capacities
17.6 Steering and Brakes
17.7 Tires
17.8 Travel Speeds
17.9 Dimensions
17.10 Recommended Lubricants
18 Warranty
18.1 Product Warranty
18.2 John Deere, Federal and California Emissions Control System Warranty Statement (Small Off-Road Ga…
18.3 John Deere, Federal And California Emission Control System Warranty (Non-Road Diesel)
18.4 Tire Warranty
18.5 Limited Battery Warranty
19 Index
20 John Deere Quality Statement
20.1 John Deere Quality
21 Service Record
21.1 Record Service Dates