Category Archives: 1025R

John Deere – 1023E, 1025R and 1026R – Test Thermostat

[1] – Park machine safely. [2] – Allow engine to cool. [3] – Check that cooling system is cool and squeeze top radiator hose to check that system pressure has dropped. [4] – Remove thermostat. (See Remove and Install Thermostat in Section 20, Group 10.) [5] – Suspend thermostat and a thermometer in a container… Read More »

John Deere – 1023E, 1025R and 1026R – Pressure Test Cooling System

[1] – Check that cooling system is cool and squeeze top radiator hose to check that system pressure has dropped. [2] – [3] – Pressurize system with tester to specification. [4] – Check for leaks throughout cooling system. Results – Pressure should hold to specifications. If pressure decreases, check for leaks. Repair leaks or replace… Read More »

John Deere – 1023E, 1025R and 1026R – Cylinder Compression Test – 3TNM74

Reason: To determine the condition of the pistons, rings, cylinder walls and valves. Equipment: JT01682 Compression Gauge Assembly JDG472 Adapter Procedure: [1] – Run engine for 5 minutes to bring to operating temperature. Shut off engine. [2] – Remove injection nozzles. [3] – [4] – Install JT01682 Compression Gauge Assembly and JDG472 Adapter in injection… Read More »

John Deere – 1023E, 1025R and 1026R – Check Timing Gear Backlash

[1] – Remove timing gear cover. (See Remove and Install Timing Gear Cover in Section 20, Group 05.) [2] – Place dial indicator magnetic base on cylinder block with tip of indicator on tooth of gear being measured. [3] – Holding opposite gear stationary, move measured gear back and forth while measuring backlash between meshing… Read More »

John Deere – 1023E, 1025R and 1026R – Adjust Fast Idle

IMPORTANT: The fast idle adjustment is preset by the engine manufacturer to comply with emissions requirements and is not adjustable. Tampering with the fast idle adjustment may result in fines or penalties. IMPORTANT: If it is determined that either the fuel injection pump or governor assembly need repair, they must be replaced only as complete… Read More »

John Deere – 1023E, 1025R and 1026R – Adjust Slow Idle

[1] – Park machine safely. [2] – Place a small piece of reflective tape on the outside edge of crankshaft pulley. [3] – Start engine and run for 5 minutes to obtain normal operating temperature. [4] – Move throttle lever to slow idle position. [5] – Check that governor throttle lever (A) is against slow… Read More »

John Deere – 1023E, 1025R and 1026R – Adjust Throttle Cable

[1] – Park machine safely. [2] – Place throttle in fast idle position. [3] – Check if tab on throttle lever touches high speed throttle screw (A). [4] – If tab on throttle lever is not touching high speed throttle screw loosen jam nuts (B). Adjust nuts so throttle lever tab contacts screw. Tighten jam… Read More »