•Move the drain pan beneath the filter, then remove the filter by turning it counterclockwise using a filter wrench to loosen. See Figure 62.
Transmission Oil Filter
Figure 62
•Use a clean rag to clean the metal surface of the filter base where the filter gasket makes contact.
•Reinstall the drain plug in the transmission and clean up any residual oil.
•Apply a light coating of clean oil on the oil filter gasket and on the sealing surface of the base. Install the filter by turning it clockwise, by hand, until the gasket contacts the filter base; then tighten the filter an additional 1/2 to 3/4 turn.
•Slowly pour transmission oil into the fill tube while periodically checking the oil level with the dip- stick. Fill the transmission to the full mark on the dipstick.
•Screw the breather cap into the fill tube and reinsert the dipstick into the transmission and press firmly into place.
•Start the engine and run at low to mid throttle for approximately 5 minutes while actuating the hydraulics (e.g. power steering and hydraulic lift).
IMPORTANT: Do not drive the tractor immediately after changing the transmission oil and filter. Run the engine for 5 minutes to prevent damage to the transmission and/or hydraulic system.
NOTE: If hydraulically driven equipment, such as a front loader, is installed on the tractor after the first 50 hours of operation, it is recommended that the filter again be changed after the first 50 hours of operation of that equipment.
Dispose of used oil in an environmentally safe manner. If necessary, contact your area EPA office for proper disposal procedures and recycling center locations.
SERVICING THE FRONT AXLE
Check the oil level in the front axle frequently. Change the oil in the front axle after the first 50 hours of operation, then at 300 hours and every 300 hours thereafter.
Checking the Front Axle Oil Lever
To check the front axle oil level, a viewing glass is provided in the axle. The oil level should be approximately half way up in the viewing glass. See Figure 63.
Fill Plug 
Oil Level
Viewing Glass
Drain Plug
Figure 63
Adding Front Axle Oil
If the oil level is low, refer to the LUBRICATION TABLE for the proper type and quantity of oil to add to the front axle.
Add oil through the oil fill port on top of the axle. Refer to Figure 63.
Changing the Front Axle Oil
•Clean the area around the fill plugs on both the left and right axle housings to prevent dirt or debris from entering the axle housing. Then remove the oil fill plugs from each side of the front axle. Refer to Figure 63.
•Place a suitable container below the drain plugs, then remove the plugs from the front axle and the final drives inside both wheels. Refer to Figure 63.
•Replace the drain plugs and slowly fill the front axle through the fill port until the oil level is approximately half way up in the viewing glass.
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