Part of the John Deere Repair Manuals.
This is the complete John Deere factory technical manual (TM10161) for the 260 and 270 Skid Steer Loaders - note that this is the French-language edition of the manual. Across 590 pages it covers every major system on the machine: diesel engine teardown and rebuild, hydrostatic drive and chain case service, hydraulic circuit repair, steering and brake procedures, and a full electrical section with wiring diagrams, solenoid resistance values and sensor specs. The same data a John Deere dealer technician works from, with torque values, fluid capacities and test pressures called out so each repair is done to spec.
What's Inside This John Deere 260-270 Repair Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Safety | Safety precautions, warning labels, safe operating procedures | |
| Specifications and Information | Machine specifications, battery specs, alternator specs, starter specs, fluid capacities, torque values, sensor resistance data | |
| Engine (Diesel) | Engine removal and installation, cooling system, fuel system, glow plugs, engine rebuild | |
| Electrical | Battery, alternator, starter motor, wiring harness, instrument cluster, switches, solenoids, sensors | |
| Drive Train - Chain Case and Axles | Chain case disassembly and assembly, axle service, final drive | |
| Drive Train - Hydrostatic | Hydrostatic pump and motor, charge circuit, drive control, neutral adjustment | |
| Steering | Steering linkage inspection and repair, steering actuator, adjustment procedures | |
| Brakes | Parking brake assembly, brake adjustment, brake solenoid service | |
| Hydraulic System | Hydraulic pump, control valves, lift and tilt cylinders, cylinder seal replacement, hydraulic oil, high-flow hydraulics | |
| Miscellaneous | Operator station, cab, attachments, chassis, decals |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| 260, 270 | ||
| Battery - Voltage | 12V | |
| Battery - BCI Group | 31 | |
| Battery - Cold Cranking Amps at -18 C (0 F) | 950 A | |
| Battery - Reserve Capacity at 27 C (80 F) | 180 minutes | |
| Alternator - Output Current | 55 A | |
| Alternator - Regulated Voltage | 13.5-14.2 V | |
| Starter Motor - Power | 1.4 kW | |
| Starter Motor - No-Load Current (max) | 90 A at 3500 rpm | |
| Alternator Pulley Nut Torque | 40 N.m (29 lb-ft) | |
| Parking Brake Solenoid Coil Resistance at 20 C (68 F) | 8.8-10.8 ohms | |
| Hydraulic Oil Overheat Switch - Closing Temperature | 104.4 +/- 2.8 C (220 +/- 5 F) | |
| 260 | ||
| Cooling System Capacity | 10.6 L (11 qt) | |
| 270 | ||
| Cooling System Capacity | 13.4 L (14 qt) | |
John Deere 260-270 Common Problems This Manual Covers
Parking brake drags or overheats on one side during extended operation
Remove and inspect the parking brake assembly as described in the Brakes section. Check the brake solenoid coil resistance - it should read 8.8-10.8 ohms at 20 C (68 F); a solenoid out of this range will not fully release the brake. Inspect the brake mechanism for wear and misalignment and adjust per the spec before reassembling. Replace worn friction components to restore even braking.
Manual Section: BrakesHydraulic cylinder seals leak, causing slow lift or loss of boom/bucket hold
Verify hydraulic oil level and check the circuit relief pressure before condemning the cylinder. Pull the affected cylinder and replace the seal kit as detailed in the Hydraulic System section, noting the correct seal orientation. Flush contaminated hydraulic oil that caused seal degradation and install a new hydraulic filter to prevent repeat failure.
Manual Section: Hydraulic SystemEngine cranks but will not start in cold weather; glow plugs suspected
Test glow plug resistance and confirm the preheat solenoid is energizing the circuit before blaming the injection pump. The Electrical section gives glow plug specs and the preheat solenoid resistance value. Replace any plug reading open or out of spec, verify the battery meets the 950 CCA cold-weather minimum, and confirm the fuel shut-off solenoid holding current (1 A max continuous) to rule out a fuel supply fault.
Manual Section: Engine (Diesel)Steering feels loose, pulls to one side, or actuator fails to respond
Inspect all steering linkage connections for looseness, wear or damage as described in the Steering section - this was a recall issue on these models. Torque all fasteners to spec and check actuator wiring continuity per the Electrical section. If the actuator solenoid reads out of spec, replace it before re-testing steering response under load to confirm the fix.
Manual Section: SteeringFrequently Asked Questions
Why won't my John Deere 260 or 270 skid steer start?
The most common causes are a faulty glow plug, a failed park switch that prevents starter engagement, or a discharged battery below the 950 CCA minimum. The Electrical section covers testing the starter circuit (E001/E002 codes), glow plug resistance and the park brake interlock sequence so you can isolate the fault before replacing parts.
How do I diagnose a hydraulic lift that is slow or loses pressure?
Start by checking hydraulic oil level and condition, then test the system relief pressure at the pump. The Hydraulic System section covers the hydraulic pump, control valves and lift cylinder seal replacement so you can find whether the loss is from worn cylinder seals - the most replaced hydraulic component on these machines - or a faulty control valve.
What causes the parking brake to drag or overheat on one side?
Uneven brake drag on the 260/270 is typically brake mechanism wear, misalignment or a sticking parking brake solenoid. The Brakes section covers the parking brake assembly and adjustment, and the Electrical section gives the solenoid coil resistance spec (8.8-10.8 ohms at 20 C) so you can test the solenoid before pulling the brake apart.
How do I trace steering problems on the John Deere 260 or 270?
These machines had a steering linkage recall. The Steering section covers linkage inspection, actuator service and adjustment. Check all linkage connections first for looseness or wear - a detached loader/steering connection is the leading cause of loss of directional control, and the electrical section covers the actuator wiring if the steering becomes erratic.
What are the key fluid capacities for the John Deere 260 and 270?
The Specifications section lists all capacities. The cooling system holds 10.6 L (11 qt) on the 260 and 13.4 L (14 qt) on the 270. Hydraulic fluid capacity and engine oil capacity are also listed in that section. Using correct capacities matters - overfilling the hydraulic system triggers an E004 fault and underfilling causes overheating above 104 C (220 F), which trips the hydraulic oil overheat switch.
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