Part of the John Deere Repair Manuals.
Wrenching on a 1982 John Deere 200 series? This 88-page John Deere 200 Service Manual PDF covers the 200, 208, 210, 212, 214, and 216 Lawn and Garden Tractors, from tune-up adjustments to major engine recondition. You get factory wiring diagrams for the cranking, ignition, charging, and electric PTO clutch circuits, exploded views throughout the engine and power train sections, and a troubleshooting group backed by page after page of step-by-step procedures for the clutch, variable speed drive, 4-speed transaxle, and hydraulic lift. Gap the spark plug at 0.025 in. (0.635 mm), torque it cold to 18-22 ft-lbs, and confirm your battery reads 11.5 to 12.6 volts before testing the cranking system. No more chasing electrical gremlins with a multimeter and a prayer. Bookmarked with a full text layer: search any spec, jump to any section, fix the tractor.
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What's Inside This Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| General | 1-9 | Tractor Identification, Specifications, Fuel and Lubricants, Tune-Up and Adjustments |
| Engine | 10-22 | Cylinder Head, Valves and Breather, Minor Engine Recondition, Major Engine Recondition, Specifications |
| Electrical System - Cranking and Charging | 23-40 | Battery and Cables, Starter Motor, Charging Circuit and Regulator, Cranking Circuit Tests |
| Electrical System - Ignition, Lights and Wiring | 41-58 | Ignition Circuit and Coil, Safety Interlock Switches, Headlights, Fuses, Wiring Diagrams and Harness Repair |
| Power Train | 59-74 | General Information, Clutch and Variable Speed Drive, PTO Clutch |
| Miscellaneous | 75-82 | Steering Linkage, Front Wheels and Axles, Lift Linkage |
| Tractor Attachments | 83-88 | 37A Snow Thrower, 39 and 47 Rotary Mowers, Rotary Tiller |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| 200 | ||
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.025 in. (0.635 mm) | p. 3 |
| All Models | ||
| Spark plug (cold) | 18-22 ft-lbs (24 to 30 N·m) | p. 21 |
| Battery voltage | 11.5 to 12.6 volts | p. 34 |
| force at the end of the axle to rotate it up or down | 25 to 75 lbs. (11.34 to 34.02 kg) | p. 80 |
| Engine Normal Compression | 110 psi | p. 3 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 3-1/2 U.S. Gallons | p. 4 |
| Transaxle Capacity | 3-1/2 U.S. Pints | p. 4 |
| Tire Inflation Pressure (Regular Equipment, Front) | 10 psi | p. 9 |
| 200, 208 | ||
| Engine Horsepower | 8 hp | p. 33 |
| Engine Spark Plug Gap | 0.025 in. | p. 3 |
| Crankcase Capacity | 2-1/2 U.S. Pints | p. 4 |
