John Deere XUV 550 Gator Utility Vehicles Operator Manual OMM173025

Table of Content:

1 Introduction
1.1 Thank You for Purchasing a John Deere Product
1.2 Using Your Operator’s Manual
1.3 Machine Use
1.4 Special Messages
2 Contents
3 Product Identification
3.1 Record Identification Numbers
4 Safety Labels
4.1 Safety Label Location
4.2 Pictorial Safety Signs
4.3 Help Prevent Injury When Dumping Loads
4.4 Avoid Injury or Death from Rollover or Falling Off
4.5 OPS/ROPS Protective Structure Safety and Certification Label
4.6 Avoid Injury from Fire
4.7 Prevent Equipment Fires
4.8 Avoid Injury or Death from Rollover or Falling Off
4.9 Avoid Injury
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/Small Adults and Prevent Accidents
5.7 Avoid Excessive Speeds
5.8 Avoid Tipping
5.9 Use Seat Belts, Nets and Doors 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 Using Front Attachments
5.15 Towing Loads Safely With Utility Vehicle
5.16 Driving On Rough Terrain
5.17 Climbing Or Descending A Hill
5.18 Driving Across Slopes
5.19 Riding Through Water
5.20 Checking Wheel Hardware
5.21 Wear Appropriate Clothing
5.22 Practice Safe Maintenance
5.23 Prevent Fires
5.24 Do Not Modify Machine
5.25 Tire Safety
5.26 Handling Fuel Safely
5.27 Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
6 Assembly
6.1 Parking Safely
6.2 Charge and Connect Battery
6.3 Testing Start and Brake Safety Systems
6.4 Check Tire Pressure
6.5 Check Engine Oil Level
6.6 Check Transaxle Oil Level
6.7 Check All Lights
6.8 Check Wheel Bolt Torque
6.9 Burnish Brakes
7 Machine Cleanout
7.1 Prevent Fires
8 Operating Controls
8.1 Operator Station Controls
9 Operating
9.1 Daily Operating Checklist
9.2 Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
9.3 Using Nets
9.4 Using Hand Holds
9.5 Adjusting Bucket Seat
9.6 Using Bench Seat
9.7 Using Seat Belt
9.8 Testing Safety Systems
9.9 Testing the Safety Start System
9.10 Using Park Brake
9.11 Using Travel Controls
9.12 Using Ignition Key Switch
9.13 Using Headlights
9.14 Using Instrument Panel
9.15 Using Accessory Outlet
9.16 Using Turn Signal Switch (If Equipped)
9.17 Using Hazard Lights (If Equipped)
9.18 Using Storage Tray
9.19 Starting the Engine
9.20 Stopping Engine
9.21 Emergency Stopping
9.22 Using Rear Lock
9.23 Using Four Wheel Drive
9.24 Using the Cargo Box
9.25 Determining Vehicle Load Capacity
9.26 Loading the Cargo Box
9.27 Emptying Cargo Box
9.28 Towing Loads
9.29 Using Correct Tires and Inflation
9.30 Tire Chains
9.31 Transporting Machine
10 Optional Attachments & Kits
10.1 Attachments and Kits
10.2 Using Quick Clamps
10.3 Light Kits
10.4 Backup Alarm
10.5 Horn
10.6 Occupant Protective Structure (OPS) Rear Screen
10.7 Front Receiver Hitch
10.8 Tire Rack
11 Replacement Parts
11.1 Service Literature
11.2 Parts
11.3 Part Numbers
12 Service Intervals
12.1 Servicing Your Machine
12.2 Break In
12.3 Every 50 Hours or Annually
12.4 Every 100 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)
12.5 Every 200 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)
12.6 Every 400 Hours or 24 Months (whichever comes first)
12.7 Every 800 Hours or 24 Months (whichever comes first)
12.8 Every 1000 Hours or 24 Months (whichever comes first)
13 Service Lubrication
13.1 Grease
13.2 Lubricating Drive Line
13.3 Lubricating Suspension
14 Service Engine
14.1 Avoid Fumes
14.2 Engine Oil
14.3 Checking Engine Oil Level
14.4 Changing Engine Oil and Filter
14.5 Servicing Air Intake
14.6 Cleaning the Engine
14.7 Checking Spark Plug
14.8 Replacing Fuel Filter
14.9 Checking Spark Arrestor
15 Service Transmission
15.1 Transaxle Oil
15.2 4WD Front Differential Oil
15.3 Checking 4WD Front Differential Oil Level
15.4 Changing 4WD Front Differential Oil
15.5 Checking Transaxle Oil Level
15.6 Changing Transaxle Oil
15.7 Inspecting Driveline CV Boots
15.8 Inspecting Steering Tie Rod Boots
15.9 Servicing Drive Belt
15.10 Checking Rear Lock Engagement
15.11 Checking Shift Cable Adjustment
16 Service Steering & Brakes
16.1 Brake Fluid
16.2 Checking Brake Fluid Level
16.3 Checking Brake Pads
16.4 Adjusting Park Brake
17 Service Electrical
17.1 Service the Battery Safely
17.2 Checking the Battery (Sealed Batteries)
17.3 Removing and Installing Battery
17.4 Cleaning Battery and Terminals
17.5 Using Booster Battery
17.6 Replacing Headlight Bulb
17.7 Checking and Replacing Fuses
18 Service Miscellaneous
18.1 Using Proper Fuel and Stabilizer
18.2 Filling Fuel Tank
18.3 Removing and Installing Wheel Assembly
18.4 Removing and Installing Seats
18.5 Opening and Closing Hood
18.6 Inspecting Seat Belt
18.7 Inspecting Nets or Doors
18.8 Servicing Nets
18.9 Cleaning and Repairing Cargo Box
18.10 Removing and Installing Cargo Box
18.11 Checking and Adjusting Toe-In
18.12 Adjusting Suspension (Standard Shocks)
18.13 Cleaning Vehicle Surfaces
18.14 Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
18.15 Cleaning Plastic Hood and Body Panel Surfaces
18.16 Checking Windshield or Windscreen Regularly
19 Troubleshooting
19.1 Using Troubleshooting Chart
19.2 Engine
19.3 Electrical
19.4 Brakes
19.5 Cargo Box
20 Storage
20.1 Storing Safety
20.2 Preparing Machine for Storage
20.3 Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
20.4 Removing Machine From Storage
21 Specifications
21.1 Engine Specifications
21.2 Drive Train
21.3 Electrical System
21.4 Fuel System
21.5 Fluid Capacities
21.6 Steering and Brakes
21.7 Tires
21.8 Dimensions
21.9 Weights and Capacities
21.10 Recommended Lubricants
21.11 Fast Idle Engine Speed
21.12 Sound Measurements
21.13 Vibration Measurements – Declared vibration emission value in accordance with EN 12096
22 Declaration of Conformity
22.1 EC Declaration of Conformity
23 Service Record
23.1 Record Service Dates
24 Index