Part of the John Deere Repair Manuals.
All 506 pages of this John Deere Skid Steer Technical Manual (OEM #TM1747) target one machine family: the 240 and 250, covering every system from engine to hydrostatic drive. Inside: full wiring diagrams tracing every circuit, hydraulic schematics with complete fluid routing for both machines, and a dedicated troubleshooting section so you stop chasing faults blind. You also get separate torque tables for metric, inch, and O-ring face seal fittings; the kind of data that turns a guessed torque into a confirmed fix. Fill the hydraulic reservoir to 15.6 L (4.1 gal) and torque engine stand M12 cap screws to 140 N•m (105 lb-ft); both numbers pulled straight from the factory spec pages. No more forum guessing on a machine that's costing you by the hour. Bookmarked by section and searchable by keyword; pull it up on any device and get straight to the spec.
What's Inside This Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Safety | 4-11 | Safety-Alert Signs, Battery Handling & Servicing, High-Pressure Fluid Lines, Fire Prevention (Fluid Handling), Cooling-System Service, Tire Servicing |
| Specifications and Information | 12-28 | Engine Specifications, Fuel-System Specs, Electrical-System Specs, Fluid Capacities, Recommended Lubricants, Fastener Torque Values, Coolant Specifications, Serial-Number Location |
| Engine (Diesel) | 29-56 | Fuel Supply Pump Pressure Test, Idle Speed Adjustment, Throttle Cable Adjustment, Fuel Injection Pump Timing, Engine removal/installation, Radiator Service, Fuel-System Diagnosis |
| Electrical, Specifications, Diagnostics & Component Location | 57-75 | Battery & Alternator Specifications, Reading Electrical Schematics, Theory of Operation Info, Common Circuit Tests, Wire Color Abbreviation Chart, Legend for Electrical Components, Electrical System Component Location |
| Electrical, Schematics & Wire Harnesses | 76-110 | Main Electrical Schematic, Engine Wire Harness (W1), ROPS Wire Harnesses (W2/W5), Heater & A/C Wire Harnesses (W6-W13), Hydraulic Quik-Tatch Harnesses (W15-W16), Backup Alarm & Horn Harnesses, Troubleshooting Chart |
| Electrical, Circuit Theory, Operation & Diagnosis | 111-222 | Power & Cranking Circuit, Fuel & Preheat Circuit, Charging Circuit, Gauges & Warning Light Circuits, High-Flow Circuit, Lights & Dual Flasher Circuits, Cab Heater & A/C Circuits, Wiper/Washer & Quik-Tatch Circuits |
| Electrical, Component Tests, Adjustments & Replacement | 223-262 | Battery & Load Tests, Starting Motor Amperage/Solenoid Tests, Switch & Sender Tests, Boom/Bucket Lockout Solenoid Tests, Starter & Alternator Replacement, Instrument Cluster Replacement, Fuel-Level Sender & Seat Switches |
| Power Train, Chain Case and Axles | 263-278 | Chain-Case Oil Level Check, Chain-Case Access Plate, Drive-Chain Tension Adjustment, Axle-Housing removal/installation, Axle-Housing Disassembly, Drive-Chain & Sprocket Service, Power-Train Diagnosis |
| Power Train, Hydrostatic | 279-326 | Hydrostatic Pump Repair, Hydrostatic Motors (Eaton/Sauer-Danfoss), Pump High-Pressure Relief Test, Wheel Speed Test, Pump Flow Test, Case-Drain Pressure Test, Charge/relief Circuit |
| Steering | 327-354 | Centering-Plate Adjustment (single/dual), Steering Control Lever Adjustment, Steering Detent Adjustment, Steering Dampener Service, Steering Cross-Shaft Assembly, Control-Lever Handle Repair |
| Brakes | 355-374 | Brake Exploded View, Brake removal/installation, Brake disassembly/inspection, Brake Actuator Cylinder, Brake Diagnosis & Troubleshooting |
| Hydraulics | 375-456 | Control Valve Identification, Self-Leveling Valve, Hydraulic/charge Pump, Boom & Bucket Cylinders, System Relief Valve Test, Boom/bucket Lock Solenoids, Boom/bucket Drift Tests |
| Miscellaneous | 457-506 | ROPS raising/removal, Boom Lock Service, Cab Door, Windshield wiper/washer, Rear Cab Window, Cab heater/defroster, Air-Conditioner Service |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Repair Stand M12 Cap Screw Torque | 140 N•m (105 lb-ft) | p. 31 |
| Tube Nut/Swivel Nut Torque for Face Seal Fittings with Inch Stud Ends (Metric Tube OD 6, Dash Size -4, Thread Size 9/16-18) | 16 N•m (12 lb-ft) | p. 18 |
| Seat switch/seat belt fuse (F2) rating | 5-amp | p. 113 |
| Refrigerant Hose Operating Oil Volume | 3 mL (0.1 fl oz) oil per 30 cm (1 ft) approximate length | p. 459 |
| Hydraulic Reservoir Capacity | 15.6 L (4.1 gal) | p. 12 |
| Engine Displacement | 2.9 L | p. 12 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56.7 L | p. 12 |
| Engine Oil (with Filter) Capacity | 6.5 L | p. 12 |
| Cooling System Capacity | 9.5 L | p. 12 |
| Hydrostatic Pump Displacement (Max) | 40.6 cm3 | p. 13 |
| Boom Breakout Force | 1406 kg | p. 13 |
| Skid Steer 240 Operating Weight | 2811 kg | p. 13 |
