John Deere 540D Skidders and 548D Grapple Skidders Repair Manual (TM1438)

Illustrated factory Repair Manual for John Deere Skidders Models 540D and Grapple Skidders Models 548D.

This manual will assist you in assembling, disassembling, and repairing for your skidder, skidder or grapple skidder.
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Covered Models:
   540D Skidder
   548D Grapple Skidder

Format: PDF, 750 pages
Language: English
Publication Date: 01 Apr 1988
Table of Contents:
   Introduction
   General Information
      Introduction and Safety
      General Specifications
      Torque Values
      Fuels and Lubricants
      Inspection Procedures
   Wheels
      Powered Wheels and Fastenings
   Axles and Suspension System
      Removal and Installation
      Differential or Bevel Drive
      Input Drive Shafts and U-Joints
      Axle Shaft, Bearings, and Reduction Gears
      Hydraulic System
   Transmission
      Removal and Installation
      Controls Linkage
      Gears, Shafts, Bearings, and Power Shift Clutch
      Hydraulic System
   Engine
      Removal and Installation
   Engjne Auxiliary Systems
      Cold Weather Starting Aids
      Cooling Systems
      Speed Controls
      Intake System
      External Exhaust System
      External Fuel Supply Systems
   Clutch
      Controls Linkage
      Elements
   Steering System
      Secondary Steering
      Hydraulic System
   Service Brakes
      Active Elements
      Hydraulic System
   Park Brake
      Active Elements
      Controls Linkage
      Hydraulic System
   Electrical System
      Batteries, Supports And Cables
      Alternator, Regulator, and Charging System Wiring
      Lighting System
      Wiring Harness And Switches
      Instruments and Indicators
   Frame, Chassis or Support Structure
      Frame Installation
      Frame Bottom Guards
   Operator's Station
      Removal And Installation
      Operator Enclosure
      Seat And Seat Belt
      Heating And Air Conditioning
   Sheet Metal And Styling
      Hood or Engine Enclosure
      Grille And Grille Housing
   Safety, Convenience And Miscellaneous
      Horn And Warning Devices
   Main Hydraulic System
      Hydraulic System
   Winch
      Removal And Installation
      Drive And Clutches
      Hydraulic System
   Bulldozers
      Blades
      Control Linkage
      Hydraulic System
   Arch Or Boom
      Frames
   Grapple
      Grapple Mechanism
      Controls Linkage
      Frames
      Hydraulic System
   Winch Drive
      Input Drive Sshaft
   Dealer Fabricated Tools
      Dealer Fabricated Tools

Covered
Type of Truck	Skidder
Models	540D, GRAPPLE SKIDDERS MODELS 548D