Document Outline

• Introduction
  • Thank You for Purchasing a John Deere Product
  • Using Your Operator’s Manual
  • Special Messages
• Product Identification
  • Record Identification Numbers
    • Lawn Tractors
    • Machine Product Identification Number Location
    • Engine Serial Number Location
  • Register Your Product and Warranty Online
• Safety Labels
  • Safety Label Location
  • Understanding The Machine Safety Labels
  • Warning
  • DANGER
    • ROTATING BLADE
  • DANGER
    • ROTATING BLADE
    • THROWN OBJECTS
  • WARNING
    • AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
  • DANGER
    • ROTATING BLADES CUT OFF ARMS AND LEGS
  • DANGER M128699
  • Warning M159705
  • Emission Control System Certification Label
  • Emission Compliance Period
  • Certification
  • Canadian Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Compliance
• Safety
  • Operating Safely
  • Using a Spark Arrestor
  • Checking Mowing Area
  • Parking Safely
  • Rotating Blades are Dangerous
    • HELP PREVENT SERIOUS OR FATAL ACCIDENTS:
  • Protect Children
  • Avoid Tipping
  • Keep Riders Off
  • Towing Loads Safely
  • Wear Appropriate Clothing
  • Driving Safely on Public Roads
  • Practice Safe Maintenance
  • Avoid High Pressure Fluids
  • Prevent Fires
  • Handling Fuel Safely
    • To avoid personal injury or property damage, use extreme care in handling fuel. Fuel is extremely...
  • Tire Safety
  • Checking Wheel Hardware
  • Handling Waste Product and Chemicals
• Assembly
  • Charge and Connect Battery
  • Check Tire Pressure
  • Adjust Mower Deck Level
  • Check Engine Oil Level
  • Check Machine Safety System
  • Break In Electric Engagement Clutch (If Equipped)
• Operating Controls
  • Operator Station Controls (LA105)
  • Operator Station Controls (LA115, LA125, LA135)
  • Operator Station Controls (LA145, LA155, LA165, LA175)
• Operating
  • Daily Operating Checklist
  • Adjusting Seat
    • Lumbar Seat Adjustment (LA165, LA175)
  • Adjusting Cutting Height
    • Transporting or Getting On and Off Machine
  • Checking Mower Deck Level
  • Adjusting Mower Deck Level
    • Method One
    • Method Two
  • Adjusting Mower Deck Wheels
  • Testing Safety Systems
  • Testing Park Brake Switch
  • Testing Park Brake
  • Testing Attachment Engagement Switch or Lever
  • Testing Seat Switch
  • Testing Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
  • Using the Park Brake
    • Locking park brake:
    • Unlocking park brake:
  • Using the Hour Meter and Service Reminder
  • Using Key Switch and Headlights
    • Engine Off
    • Engine On
  • Starting the Engine
  • Idling the Engine
  • Stopping the Engine
  • Using Travel Controls on Gear Transmission
    • Travel Forward
    • Travel in Reverse
    • Emergency Stopping
  • Using Travel Controls on Automatic Transmission
    • Travel Forward
    • Travel in Reverse
    • Emergency Stopping
  • Using The Reverse Implement Option (RIO)
  • Using Cruise Control (LA125, LA135, LA145, LA155, LA165, LA175)
    • Engage Cruise Control
    • Disengage Cruise Control
  • Engaging and Disengaging Mower
  • Using Mulch Cover (107 cm (42 in.) and 122 cm (48 in.) Mower Decks (If Equipped)
  • Using Wash Port to Clean Mower Deck
  • Unplugging Mower, Bagger, Material Collection System
    • Checking For Plugging While Driving
    • Removing Debris From Inspection Points:
  • Moving Machine by Hand
  • Transporting Machine on Trailer
  • Using Weights
  • Using Tire Chains
  • Using Accessories
    • Using the Power Port (If Equipped)
    • Using CargO Mount System
    • Using Storage Accessories
  • Choosing Mower Blades
  • Mowing Tips
• Service Intervals
  • Servicing Your Machine
  • Intervals
    • After First 8 Hours
    • Every 25 Hours
    • Every 50 Hours
    • Every 200 Hours
• Service Lubrication
  • Grease
    • The following greases are preferred:
  • Lubricating Front Axle
    • Wheel Spindles and Bushings
    • Front Axle Pivot
  • Lubricating Pivot Points
    • 107 cm (42 in.) Mower Deck:
    • 122 cm (48 in.) and 137 cm (54 in.) Mower Decks:
• Service Engine
  • Engine Warranty Maintenance Statement
  • Avoid Fumes
  • Engine Oil
    • The following John Deere oils are preferred:
    • Other oils may be used if above John Deere oils are not available, provided they meet the followi...
  • Checking Engine Oil Level
  • Changing Engine Oil and Filter
  • Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins
  • Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (LA105 and LA115)
  • Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (LA135 and LA145)
  • Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (LA125)
  • Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements (LA155, LA165 and LA175)
  • Checking and Cleaning Emission Filter (If Equipped)
  • Checking Spark Plug
  • Adjusting Carburetor
  • Replacing Fuel Filter
• Service Transmission
  • Checking Transmission
• Service Mower
  • Removing or Installing Mower Drive Belt at Engine Drive Sheave (122 cm (48 in.) and 137 cm (54 in...
  • Removing Mower Deck
  • Installing Mower Deck
  • Replacing Mower Drive Belt (107 cm (42 in.) Mower Deck)
  • Replacing Mower Drive Belt (122 cm (48 in.) and 137 cm (54 in.) Mower Decks)
  • Adjusting Mower Belt Tension (107 cm (42 in.) Mower Deck)
  • Adjusting Spindle Brakes (107 cm (42 in.) Mower Deck)
  • Checking for Bent Mower Blades
  • Servicing Mower Blades
    • Removing Mower Blades
    • Installing Mower Blades
  • Sharpening Blades
  • Balancing Blades
• Service Electrical
  • Service the Battery Safely
  • Removing and Installing the Battery
    • Removing
    • Installing
  • Cleaning Battery and Terminals
  • Using Booster Battery
  • Replacing Headlight Bulb
  • Replacing Fuse
• Service Miscellaneous
  • Using Proper Fuel
  • Filling Fuel Tank
  • Checking Tire Pressure
  • Removing and Installing Hood
    • Removing
    • Installing
  • Cleaning Plastic Surfaces
  • Cleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces
    • Cleaning:
    • Repairing Minor Scratches (surface scratch):
    • Repairing Deep Scratches (bare metal or primer showing):
  • Removing and Installing Front Wheel Assembly
    • Removing:
    • Installing
  • Removing and Installing Rear Wheel Assembly
    • Removing
    • Installing
• Troubleshooting
  • Using Troubleshooting Chart
  • Engine
  • Electrical
  • Tractor
  • Mower
• Storage
  • Storing Safety
  • Preparing Machine for Storage
  • Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage
    • Fuel:
    • Engine:
  • Removing Machine From Storage
• Specifications
  • Gear Model LA105
    • Gear Speed Range
  • Automatic Model LA115
  • Automatic Model LA125
  • Automatic Models LA135 and LA145
  • Automatic Model LA155
  • Automatic Models LA165 and LA175
  • Electrical System
  • Capacities
    • Models LA105, LA115, LA125
    • Models LA135, LA145, LA165, LA175
    • Models LA105, LA115
    • Models LA125, LA145, LA155, LA165, LA175
  • Fuel System (All Models)
    • Fuel Types (Recommended):
  • Recommended Lubricants (All Models)
    • Engine Oil:
    • Grease:
  • Dimensions
  • Tires
    • Models LA105, LA115, LA125
    • Models LA135, LA145, 155
    • Models LA165, LA175
  • Mower Deck - 107 cm (42 in.)
  • Mower Deck - 122 cm (48 in.)
  • Mower Deck - 137 cm (54 in.)
• Warranty
  • Product Warranty
  • California and U.S. EPA Emissions Control System Warranty Statement (Small Off-Road Gas Engines)
  • Tire Warranty
  • Limited Battery Warranty
    • TO SECURE WARRANTY SERVICE
    • FREE REPLACEMENT
    • PRO RATA ADJUSTMENT
    • THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER
    • LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND PURCHASER’S REMEDIES
    • NO DEALER WARRANTY
    • PRO RATA MONTHS OF ADJUSTMENT
• Index
• Getting Quality Service
  • Service Literature
  • Parts
    • Order Service Parts Online
  • Part Numbers
    • Home Maintenance Kit Includes:
  • John Deere Quality Continues with Quality Service
• Service Record
  • Record Service Dates
• Table of Contents