Part of the John Deere Repair Manuals.
Need factory-level rebuild procedures for your John Deere 444J, 544J, or 624J Loader? This 378-page repair manual (OEM #TM2136) covers every major system: PowerTech 4.5L and 6.8L engines, Teammate axles, power-shift transmission, steering, service brakes, park brake, and the complete loader assembly. Inside: hydraulic schematics with full fluid routing for the loader and transmission circuits, page after page of torque tables, and exploded-view drawings throughout. You get step-by-step removal and installation sequences for each system, plus fluid capacity tables and specs that break down by model variant. Set the drive shaft universal joint cap screws to 45 N·m (32 lb-ft) on the 444J or 78 N·m (58 lb-ft) on the 544J and 624J; wheel retainer cap screws take 620 N·m (460 lb-ft) dry. Your machine is down. Bookmarked and keyword-searchable; open it on any device and pull the right spec before you pull the wrong part.
What's Inside This John Deere 444J, 544J, 624J Repair Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| 444J, 544J, 624J Loader | 1 | Bucket, Frames, Hydraulic System, Steering System, Service Brakes, Park Brake |
| Introduction | 2-4 | Machine Orientation, Serial Number Location, Component Identification, Manual Overview |
| General Information | 9-26 | Safety Information (Recognize Safety Information, Follow Safety Instructions, Operate Only If Qualified, Wear Protective Equipment, Avoid Unauthorized Machine Modifications) |
| Wheels | 27-32 | Powered Wheels and Fasteners, Remove and Install Wheel, Remove Tire, Install Tire |
| Axles and Suspension Systems | 33-74 | Teammate™ Axles, Axle Shafts and U-Joints, Axle Shaft, Bearings, Reduction Gears, Differential Lock Solenoid Valve, Axle Circulation System |
| Transmission | 75-140 | Removal and Installation, Gears, Shafts, Bearings and Power Shift Clutch, Hydraulic System, Transmission Pump, Converter Minimum Pressure Regulator Valve |
| Engine | 141-152 | Powertech® 4.5 L (4045) and 6.8 L (6068) John Deere Engines, Serpentine Belt Remove and Install, Engine Remove and Install |
| Engine Auxiliary Systems | 153-186 | Cold Weather Starting Aids, Cooling System, Intake System, External Exhaust System, External Fuel Supply Systems |
| Dampener Drive | 187-190 | Install Dampener, Remove Dampener, Elements |
| Steering System | 191-200 | Steering Cylinder, Steering Valve, Load-Sense Relief Valve, Articulation Bearings, Steering Pump |
| Service Brakes | 201-208 | Brake Disc, Caliper, Brake Valve, Master Cylinder, Bleeding Brakes, Brake Adjustment |
| Park Brake | 209-224 | Park Brake Disc, Park Brake Caliper, Park Brake Valve, Adjustment, Engagement Mechanism |
| Frame or Supporting Structure | 225-240 | Main Frame, Articulation Joint, Pivot Pins, Counterweight, Welding Repair |
| Operator’s Station | 241-296 | Cab, ROPS, Seat Assembly, Controls Linkage, Glass Panels, Heater Core, Air Conditioning |
| Sheet Metal and Styling | 297-302 | Hood, Engine Enclosure, Fenders, Grille, Cab Skirt, Side Panels |
| Loader | 303-368 | Boom, Bucket, Boom Cylinder, Bucket Cylinder, Loader Control Valve, Quick Coupler, Linkage |
| Dealer Fabricated Tools | 369-378 | Special Service Tool Drawings, Tool Fabrication Specifications, Required Tools List |
Documents This Manual Refers To
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Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| All Models | ||
| Wheel Retainer Cap Screws—Dry Torque | 620 N•m (460 lb-ft) | p. 29 |
| Valve Stem Retaining Nut—Torque | 6 N•m (50 lb-in.) | p. 29 |
| Hydraulic Pump—Weight—Approximate | 8 kg (84 lb) | p. 323 |
| Loader Control Valve Tie-Bolt Nut—Torque | 56 N•m (42 lb-ft) | p. 334 |
| Oscillating Support Thrust Plate Cap Screw Torque—Torque | 350 N•m (255 lb-ft) | p. 47 |
| Oscillating Support Pivot Cover Cap Screw Torque—Torque | 140 N•m (105 lb-ft) | p. 47 |
| Load Sense Relief Valve—Pressure | 8274—8963 kPa (82.74—89.63 bar) (1200—1300 psi) | p. 200 |
| Wheel Retainer Cap Screws Torque (Dry) | 620 N•m | p. 29 |
| Axle and Differential Cap Screw Torque | 675 N•m | p. 38 |
| 444J | ||
| 444J Front Axle Differential Capacity | 17.5 L | p. 36 |
| 544J | ||
| 544J Front Axle Differential Capacity | 20 L | p. 36 |
| 624J | ||
| 624J Front Axle Differential Capacity | 25 L | p. 36 |
