John Deere

OMM142698

Issue I0

Lawn Tractors

LT133, LT155 and LT166

PIN (125001 - )

Introduction

Product Identification

Safety

Operating

Replacement Parts

Service Intervals

Servicing Your Machine

Break In - After First 5 Hours of Operation

Every 10 Hours

Every 25 Hours

25 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)

50 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)

100 Hours

Yearly - As Required

Service Lubrication

Service Engine

Service Transmission

Service Mower

Service Electrical

Service Miscellaneous

Troubleshooting

Storage

Assembly

Specifications

Warranty

John Deere Quality Statement

Service Record

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Service Intervals


Servicing Your Machine

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Operating in extreme conditions may require more frequent service intervals:

ˇ Engine components may become dirty or plugged when operating in extreme heat, dust or other severe conditions.

ˇ Engine oil and spark plugs may lose efficiency if vehicle is operated constantly at slow or low engine speeds or with frequent short trips.


Please use the following timetables to perform routine maintenance on your machine.

Break In - After First 5 Hours of Operation

ˇ Change engine oil and filter.

ˇ Check for loose hardware.

Every 10 Hours

ˇ Lubricate front wheel spindles.

Every 25 Hours

ˇ Check tire pressure.

ˇ Check safety systems.

ˇ Check and clean air cleaner element.

ˇ Check battery electrolyte level.

ˇ When operating tractor in extremely dusty or dirty conditions, change engine oil and filter.

25 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)

ˇ 38-Inch and 48C: Check spindle brake measurement.

50 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)

ˇ Change engine oil and filter.

ˇ Freedom42 and 48C: Lubricate mower spindles.

100 Hours

ˇ Change fuel filter.

ˇ Change air cleaner element.

ˇ Clean battery.

ˇ Check spark plug.

ˇ Freedom42 Mulching Mower Only: Inspect blade timing and adjust timing belt tension.

ˇ Clean engine cooling fins.

Yearly - As Required

ˇ Inspect belts/replace.