John Deere 5203 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
Service and Maintenance
NR25796,00002C5 –19–26FEB07–2/3
Every 10 Hours
Check engine oil level
Check coolant level
Drain water and sediment from fuel filter
Lubricate tie rod ends
1
Lubricate steering spindles
1
Lubricate front axle pivot pin(s)
1
Lubricate rear axle bearings
1
Lubricate clutch pedal and right hand brake pedal.
1
Lubricate cluch / brake shaft.
1
IMPORTANT: External lubrication is not required
for oil type rear axle
Every 50 Hours
Check transmission-hydraulic system oil level
Clean and check battery
Inspect all tires
Lubricate front axle pivot pin(s)
Lubricate steering spindles
Inspect tractor for loose nuts and bolts
Lubricate clutch pedal and right hand brake pedal.
Lubricate clutch / brake shaft.
First 100 Hours
Change engine oil and filter
Replace transmission-hydraulic filter
Every 250 Hours
Service air cleaner
Change engine oil and filter
Clean and check battery
Inspect and adjust alternator/fan belt
Lubricate 3-point hitch
Check neutral start system
Check clutch pedal free travel
Check brake pedal adjustment
Replace filter inserts ( primary and secondary
alternatively)
IMPORTANT: Never replace primary and
secondary inserts simultaneously
Every 500 Hours
Replace transmission-hydraulic filter
Every 600 Hours
Clean engine crankcase vent tube
Repack front wheel bearings
Check and tighten all hoses and hose clamps
Check cooling system for leaks
Lubricate rear axle bearings
Check engine idle speeds
Have your John Deere dealer:
-Check front axle pivot pin
-Adjust engine valve clearance
Inspect fuel injectors
IMPORTANT: External lubrication is not required
for oil type rear axle
First 1100 Hours
Change transmission-hydraulic oil and filter
Every 1250 Hours
Change transmission-hydraulic oil and filter
Clean transmission-hydraulic pickup screen
Annually
Change engine oil and filter
Replace air cleaner elements
1
Only necessary when operating in extremely wet and muddy
conditions.
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