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This is the factory repair manual for the John Deere 5050E, 5055E, 5065E and 5075E utility tractors - the workshop-level book dealer techs use, not the operator's booklet that came in the seat pocket. These are mechanical tractors: a 2.9L 3-cylinder diesel with a mechanical injection pump, 12V electrics, no ECM and no fault codes to pull, so a manual with real teardown procedures is how you actually fix one. It covers engine rebuild specs (bore, stroke, valve clearances), the complete fuel system, clutch and transmission, PTO, MFWD front axle, steering and brakes, plus the full hydraulic section with pump, rockshaft, SCV and hitch adjustments. Wiring and hydraulic schematics are included for tracing problems wire by wire and line by line.
Complete the set for your 5050E-5075E
- Operation & Tests: John Deere 5055E, 5065E and 5075E Tractor Diagnostic and Tests Manual
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What's Inside This Repair Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | 8 | Safety, General Specifications, Fuel and Lubricants, Serial Number Locations, Features and Accessories |
| Engine Repair | 94 | Engine, Cylinder Head and Valves, Cylinder Block, Liners, Pistons and Rods, Crankshaft, Main Bearings and Flywheel, Lubrication and Cooling Systems |
| Fuel and Air Intake System Repair | 353 | Fuel System, Air Intake and Exhaust System, Speed Control Linkage |
| Electrical Repair | 393 | Battery, Starter and Alternator, Electrical System Components, Wiring Harness |
| Power Train Repair | 469 | Clutch Housing and Assembly, Transmission, Rear PTO Drive Shaft, Differential and Final Drives, Mechanical Front Wheel Drive |
| Steering and Brake Repair | 689 | Steering Repair, Brake Repair |
| Hydraulic Repair | 750 | Hydraulic Pump and Filter, Rockshaft, Selective Control Valve (SCV) |
| Miscellaneous Repair | 836 | Front Axle, Wheels, 3-Point Hitch, Hood, Ballast |
| Operator Station Repair | 878 | Seat and Support, Right and Center Consoles, Roll-Gard, Fenders |
| Operational Checkout Procedures | 957 | Pre-Delivery Inspection, Break-In, General Checkout |
| Engine Operation, Tests and Adjustments | 995 | Compression Test, Injection Pump Timing, Idle Speed, Valve Adjustment |
| Fuel and Air Operation, Tests and Adjustments | 1052 | Fuel System Bleeding, Air Intake Restriction, Exhaust Checks |
| Electrical System Operation, Tests and Adjustments | 1090 | Charging System Tests, Starter Tests, Wiring Schematics |
| Power Train Operation, Tests and Adjustments | 1355 | Clutch and Transmission Tests, PTO Tests, Differential Lock |
| Steering and Brake Operation, Tests and Adjustments | 1435 | Steering Pressure Tests, Brake Adjustment and Tests |
| Hydraulic System Operation, Tests and Adjustments | 1491 | Hydraulic Pressure Tests, SCV Flow Tests, Hydraulic Schematics |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| 5050E-3029T Engine, Turbocharged | ||
| Engine hp @ rated rpm | 49 hp (36 kW) at 2400 rpm | p. 56 |
| All Models | ||
| Cylinders | 3 | p. 56 |
| Bore | 106.5 mm (4.19 in.) | p. 56 |
| Stroke | 110 mm (4.33 in.) | p. 56 |
| Displacement | 2.9 L (179 cu in.) | p. 56 |
| Cylinder Firing Order | 1-2-3 | p. 56 |
| Intake Valve Clearance | 0.35 mm (0.014 in.) | p. 56 |
| Exhaust Valve Clearance | 0.45 mm (0.018 in.) | p. 56 |
| Slow Idle Speed | 850 (-50/+25) rpm | p. 56 |
| Fast Idle Speed | 2600 (-25/+50) rpm | p. 56 |
| Operating Range Speed | 1400-2400 rpm | p. 56 |
| Injection Pump Timing | 0.5 ± 1° BTDC (Time Trac) (5050E-3029T Engine, Turbocharged) / 0.5 ± 1° BTDC (Time Trac) (5055E-3029H Engine, Turbocharged) / 0 ± 1° BTDC (Time Trac) (5065E-3029H Engine, Turbocharged) / 0 ± 1° BTDC (Time Trac) (5075E-3029H Engine, Turbocharged) | p. 56 |
| Factory Observed PTO Power | 32.5 kW (44.19 hp) at 2400 rpm (5055E-3029H Engine, Turbocharged) / 35.5 kW (48.27 hp) at 2400 rpm (5065E-3029H Engine, Turbocharged) / 44.86 kW (61 hp) at 2400 rpm (5075E-3029H Engine, Turbocharged) | p. 56 |
| Rear tire size (2WD) | 14.9 x 28 (5055E Tractor) / 13.6 x 28 (5050E Turkey Tractor) / 16.9 x 28 (5065E Tractor) | p. 58 |
| Rear tire size (MFWD) | 13.6 x 28 (5055E Tractor) / 13.6 x 28 (5050E Turkey Tractor) / 14.9-28 Radial (5055E Turkey Tractor) / 14.9 x 28 (5065E Tractor) / 16.9 x 28 Radial (5065E Turkey Tractor) / 16.9 x 30 (5075E Tractor) | p. 58 |
| Electrical System | ||
| Battery Voltage | 12 V | p. 57 |
| Cold Cranking Amps | 623 CCA | p. 57 |
| Alternator Amperage | 40 amps | p. 57 |
| Starter Motor Voltage | 12 V | p. 57 |
| Power Take-Off | ||
| Engine-540 Speed (Standard PTO) | 2400 rpm | p. 57 |
| Engine-540 Speed (Economy PTO) | 1705 rpm | p. 57 |
| Hydraulic System | ||
| Pump Displacement-Steering | 11.9 cu cm (0.73 cu in.) | p. 57 |
| Pump Displacement-Implement | 19.2 cu cm (1.17 cu in.) | p. 57 |
| Steering Flow Rate | 25.7 L/min (6.8 gpm) | p. 57 |
| Implement Flow Rate | 44.0 L/min (11.6 gpm) | p. 57 |
| Implement (Maximum) Pressure | 19000-20000 kPa (190 - 200 bar) (2755-2900 psi) | p. 57 |
| Hitch Lift (at Hitch Ball) Capacity | 1800 kg (3968 lb.) | p. 57 |
