John Deere XUV835M Gator Utility Vehicles Operator Manual OMUC29858E

Table of Content:

1 Introduction
1.1 Thank You for Purchasing a John Deere Product
1.2 Emissions Performance and Tampering
1.3 Using Your Operator’s Manual
1.4 Machine Use
1.5 Special Messages
1.6 Attachments for Your Machine
1.7 Service Literature
1.8 Parts
2 Contents
3 Product Identification
3.1 Record Identification Numbers
4 Safety Labels without Text
4.1 Safety Label Location
4.2 Understanding the Machine Safety Labels without Text
4.3 Protective Structure Safety and Certification Label
4.4 Avoid Injury or Death from Rollover or Falling Off
4.5 Fluorinated Greenhouse Gas
4.6 Avoid Injury From Equipment Fires
4.7 Avoid Injury or Death from Rollover or Falling Off
4.8 Read Operator’s Manual, Service Battery
4.9 Avoid Injury From Battery Gases and Acid
4.10 Avoid Injury from Fire, Falling Off, or Improper Loading
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 Vibration
5.11 Keep Protective Structure Installed Properly
5.12 Keep Riders Off Vehicle
5.13 Operator Ability
5.14 Before Driving
5.15 Transport Loads Safely
5.16 Using Front Attachments
5.17 Towing Loads Safely With Utility Vehicle
5.18 Driving On Rough Terrain
5.19 Climbing or Descending a Hill or Slope
5.20 Driving Across Slopes
5.21 Riding Through Water
5.22 Checking Wheel Hardware
5.23 Wear Appropriate Clothing
5.24 Practice Safe Maintenance
5.25 Prevent Fires
5.26 Do Not Modify Machine
5.27 Tire Safety
5.28 Handling Fuel Safely
5.29 Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
5.30 Use Electronic Display Properly
6 Machine Cleanout
6.1 General Cleaning Guidelines
6.2 Cleanout Areas
7 Operating Controls
7.1 Operator Station Controls
8 Operating
8.1 Daily Operating Checklist
8.2 Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces
8.3 Using Nets
8.4 Using Doors
8.5 Using Hand Holds
8.6 Adjusting Tilt Steering Wheel
8.7 Adjusting Operator Seat
8.8 Using Cab Windshield (If Equipped)
8.9 Using Seat Belt
8.10 Using Ignition Key Switch
8.11 Starting the Engine
8.12 Stopping Engine
8.13 Using Instrument Display
8.14 Using Instrument Display Buttons
8.15 Exit Lighting Operation
8.16 Load Shedding
8.17 Integrity Indicator Light
8.18 Testing Safety Systems
8.19 Testing the Safety Start System
8.20 Testing the Park Interlock System
8.21 Using Park Brake (If Equipped)
8.22 Using Travel Controls
8.23 Emergency Stopping
8.24 Using Rear Differential Lock
8.25 Using Four Wheel Drive
8.26 Using Headlights and Taillights
8.27 Using Turn Signals (If Equipped)
8.28 Using Hazard Lights (If Equipped)
8.29 Using Horn (If Equipped)
8.30 Using Windshield Wiper/Washer (Cab Models)
8.31 Opening and Closing Hood
8.32 Using Storage Areas
8.33 Using Accessory Outlets
8.34 Using HVAC Controls (If Equipped)
8.35 Using Electric Power Assist Steering (EPAS)
8.36 Using Correct Tires and Inflation
8.37 Determining Vehicle Load Capacity
8.38 Using the Cargo Box
8.39 Loading the Cargo Box
8.40 Emptying Cargo Box
8.41 Using a Trailer
8.42 Towing Loads
8.43 Tire Chains
8.44 Using Park Lock Override
8.45 Using Front Receiver Hitch
8.46 Transporting Machine
9 Service Intervals
9.1 Servicing Your Machine
9.2 Break In
9.3 Every 50 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)
9.4 Every 100 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)
9.5 Every 200 Hours or Annually (whichever comes first)
9.6 Every 400 Hours or 24 Months (whichever comes first)
9.7 Every 800 Hours or 24 Months (whichever comes first)
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 Cargo Box Strikers
11 Service Engine
11.1 Carbon Dioxide Emissions (CO₂)
11.2 Avoid Fumes
11.3 Gasoline Engine Oil
11.4 Checking Engine Oil Level
11.5 Changing Engine Oil and Filter
11.6 Cleaning Dust Unloading Valve
11.7 Servicing Air Cleaner Element
11.8 Checking Air Intake Hoses and Clamps
11.9 Checking Spark Plug
11.10 Cleaning Engine Compartment
11.11 Service Cooling System Safely
11.12 Cleaning Cooling Fins
11.13 Recommended Engine Coolant
11.14 Checking Coolant Level
11.15 Checking Radiator Hoses and Clamps
11.16 Servicing Cooling System
11.17 Servicing Timing Belt
11.18 Servicing Alternator Belt
11.19 Servicing HVAC Compressor Belt
11.20 Checking Spark Arrestor
12 Service Transmission
12.1 Transmission and 4WD Front Differential Oil
12.2 Checking 4WD Front Differential Oil Level
12.3 Changing 4WD Front Differential Oil
12.4 Checking Transmission Oil Level
12.5 Changing Transmission Oil
12.6 Inspecting Driveline CV Boots
12.7 Checking Driven Clutch Rollers
12.8 Cleaning Primary Drive Clutch and Enclosure
12.9 Servicing Drive Belt
13 Service Brakes
13.1 Brake Fluid
13.2 Prepare Vehicle
13.3 Checking Brake Fluid Level
13.4 Checking Brake Lines
13.5 Bleeding Brake System
13.6 Checking Brake Pads
13.7 Checking Park Brake Fluid (If Equipped)
13.8 Adjusting Park Brake (If Equipped)
14 Service Electrical
14.1 Service the Battery Safely
14.2 Checking the Battery (Sealed Batteries)
14.3 Charging Battery
14.4 Removing and Installing Battery
14.5 Cleaning Battery and Terminals
14.6 Replacing Headlight and Front Turn Signal Bulb
14.7 Adjusting Headlights
14.8 Replacing Front Marker Light Bulb
14.9 Replacing Rear Light Bulbs (If Equipped)
14.10 Replacing License Plate Holder Light
14.11 Checking and Replacing Fuses
14.12 Checking and Replacing Fuses (Homologation)
15 Service Miscellaneous
15.1 Gasoline Fuel for 4-Cycle Engines
15.2 Filling Fuel Tank
15.3 Filling Windshield Washer Fluid
15.4 Lifting Machine
15.5 Removing and Installing Wheel Assembly
15.6 Checking and Adjusting Toe-In
15.7 Adjusting Suspension (Standard Shocks)
15.8 Removing and Installing Seats
15.9 Removing and Installing Tailgate
15.10 Replacing Cargo Box Tailgate Bushings
15.11 Converting Cargo Box to Flatbed
15.12 Replacing Cab Air Filter (HVAC Models)
15.13 Inspecting and Cleaning Seat Belts
15.14 Inspecting and Cleaning Nets or Doors
15.15 Cleaning Back-Up Alarm (If Equipped)
15.16 Cleaning Vehicle Surfaces
15.17 Cleaning and Repairing Cargo Box
15.18 Cleaning Gloss Plastic Surfaces
15.19 Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
16 Troubleshooting
16.1 Using Troubleshooting Chart
16.2 Engine
16.3 Electrical
16.4 Brakes
16.5 Cargo Box
16.6 Steering
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
18.2 Drive Train and Travel Speeds
18.3 Electrical System
18.4 Fuel System
18.5 Steering and Brakes
18.6 Tires
18.7 Capacities
18.8 Fluorinated Greenhouse Gas
18.9 Dimensions
18.10 Weights
18.11 Recommended Lubricants
18.12 Sound Measurements
19 John Deere Quality Statement
19.1 John Deere Quality
20 Service Record
20.1 Record Service Dates
21 Index