John Deere L2048 - Manual (Page 34)

Service Lubrication - 30
SERVICE LUBRICATION
Service Lubrication
Grease
The following greases are preferred:
• John Deere Multi-Purpose SD Polyurea Grease
• John Deere Multi-Purpose HD Lithium Complex Grease
• John Deere Moly High Temperature EP Grease
If not using any of the preferred greases, be sure to use a
general all-purpose grease with an NLGI grade No.2 rating.
Wet or high speed conditions may require use of a special-
use grease. Contact your Servicing dealer for information.
Lubricating Front Axle Pivot
MX10500
• Lubricate front axle center pivot (A) with one or two
shots of general all-purpose grease.
Lubricating Front Axle Wheel Spindles and
Bearings
MX7700
• Lubricate front wheel spindles (A) and bearings (B), one
on each side, with one or two shots of general all-purpose
grease.
Lubricating Seat
MX7699
• Lubricate plastic washers and bushings (A) under the
seat with a general all-purpose spray lubricant.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Use recommended
John Deere greases to avoid component failure and
premature wear.
The recommended John Deere greases are effective
within an average air temperature range of -29 to 135
degrees C (-20 to 275 degrees F).
If operating outside that temperature range, contact
your Servicing dealer for a special-use grease.
A
A
B
A