John Deere 655, 755, 756, 855, 856, 955 Compact Utility Tractors Technical Manual (incl. Wiring)

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Model: 655 | 755 | 855 | 955 | 756 | 856
Type: Compact Utility Tractors
570 Pages·39 MB·Searchable PDF·English·Print-Ready
  • Wiring Diagrams
  • Hydraulic Schematics
  • Torque Specs
  • Bookmarks
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This 570-page John Deere Compact Utility Tractor Technical Manual (OEM #TM1360) covers the 655, 755, 855, 955, 756, and 856 in one factory reference, so you're not hunting three different books to service your fleet. Open it up and you get full wiring diagrams for the electrical system, hydraulic schematics covering the hydrostatic transmission and rockshaft, plus a dedicated troubleshooting section for when the tractor won't do what it's supposed to. Set the relief valve spring free length to 50.7 mm and tighten SCV cap screws to 25 N-m, exactly as Deere's engineers specified, not a forum estimate. Your hydraulic system is down and every hour of guessing costs you real money. This one has bookmarked sections so you jump straight from Fuel and Air Repair to Steering and Brake Operation without flipping through 200 pages, right there on your tablet in the shop.

What's Inside This John Deere 655–955 Series Manual

SystemPagesKey Topics
General Information1-4Safety Precautions, Manual Organization, Serial Number Locations, Torque Value Charts
Introduction2-4Fos Manuals, Technical Manuals, Component Manuals
Specifications5-42Engine, Electrical System, Fuel System, Drive Train, Hydraulic System, PTO
Engine Repair43-54Yanmar Diesel Engine, Oil Cooler, Radiator, Diesel Engine
Fuel and Air55-66Fuel Transfer Pump, Fuel Tank, Fuel Tank Tube and Sender, Air Cleaner
Electrical67-72Alternator Repair Specifications, Alternator Installation, Alternator Repair, Belt Deflection
Hydrostatic Transmission73-243Drive Shaft, Charge Pump, Swash Plate End Caps, Transmission Center Section-to-Housing, Gear-to-Output Shaft
Front Axle, Steering and Brakes244-291Standard Front Axle, Steering Valve, Brake Linkage, Spindle Shaft, Wheel Bearings, Brake Disks
Hydraulics292-337Hydraulic Pump, Flow Divider, Selective Control Valves (SCV’s), Rockshaft, Hydraulic Hoses, System Relief Valve
Mower's, Hitches, Seat and ROPS338-371Operator’s Seat, European Roll-Gard®, German Rear Rear Hitch, 3-Point Hitch
Machine Operational Checkout372-385Foot Control Pedal Lockout Check, PTO Safety Start Check, Engine Performance Check, MFWD Linkage Check, Cruise Control Lock/Release Check, Rockshaft Check
Eng/Fuel Operation and Tests386-403Engine Lubrication, Engine Coolant, Fuel System, Engine Performance, Cylinder Compression Pressure, Engine Oil Pressure
Electrical Operation and Tests404-477Electrical System Checkout, Electrical System Diagnosis, Theory of Operation
Power Train Operation and Tests478-515Power Train System Checkout, Power Train Tests and Adjustments, Theory of Operation
Steering/Brake Operation and Tests516-529Steering System Check, Brake Pedal Travel Check, Steering Relief Valve Pressure Test, Steering System Leakage Test, Brakes Operation, Steering Operation
Hyd Operation and Tests530-558Hydraulic Troubleshooting, Hydraulic Pump, Rockshaft, Selective Control Valves, System Relief Valve Pressure, PTO Clutch Engagement Pressure

Quick Reference Specifications

SpecificationValuePage
Relief valve spring Free length50.7 mm (2 in.)p. 294
Tighten cap screws25 N·m (18 lb-in)p. 299
Tighten retainer29 N·m (22 lb-ft)p. 304
Tighten plugs44 N·m (33 lb-ft)p. 306
Lift Arm-to-Rockshaft52 N·m (38 lb-ft)p. 313
Control Valve-to-Rockshaft26 N·m (19 lb-ft)p. 313
Rated Engine Speed3200 rpmp. 17
Transmission and Hydraulic System Capacity4.5 U.S. gal. (17 L)p. 19
Engine Valve Adjustment Service Interval300 Hoursp. 19
M12, Class 10.9, Lubricated Torque110 N•m (80 lb-ft)p. 21

John Deere 655–955 Series Common Problems This Manual Covers

John Deere 655/755/855/955 hydraulic lift won't hold load, bucket droops under loader use

Check the hydraulic troubleshooting chart on page 532 for lift failures. Pull the metal screen filter behind the drain plug and inspect for debris; a clogged screen starves the relief valve of flow. If pressure won't hold, remove the relief valve plug, inspect the shim stack, then torque the plug to 44 N·m (33 lb-ft) on reassembly.

Manual Section: Hydraulic System Troubleshooting Chart p. 532
Loader lacks lift power and tractor feels underpowered during FEL operations on hydrostatic-drive models

Verify engine speed reaches the rated 3200 rpm on page 17 under load; low power often traces to the hydrostatic transmission diverting horsepower to the wheels before flow reaches the loader pump, a known trait versus gear-drive siblings. Run the power train drive test to rule out charge pump wear, then top hydraulic fluid to 4.5 gal (17 L) per page 19.

Manual Section: Power Train Drive Test
Rockshaft cannot reach dead-head unload position or bucket won't fully unload on the loader

Check the control valve linkage before condemning the valve. If the arms bottom out before the valve pushes fully in, the turnbuckle is too short. Loosen the jam nut and lengthen the turnbuckle 4 to 6 flats per the adjustment on page 334, then retorque the lift arm-to-rockshaft connection to 52 N·m (38 lb-ft) and recheck travel.

Manual Section: Hydraulics p. 334
Tires and wheel bolt patterns are odd-sized and difficult to source for replacement

Measure the rim bolt circle and offset directly off the machine before ordering tires, since these odd-size wheels are frequently misquoted online. Torque the rear wheel lug bolts to 115 N·m (85 lb-ft) on page 106 in a star pattern when reinstalling, then recheck torque after the first 10 hours of operation.

Manual Section: Hydrostatic Transmission p. 106
Engine won't start or turns over slowly in cold weather despite good battery

Check the engine diagnosis troubleshooting procedures on page 394 for no-start conditions first. Inspect the electrical system for preheat and starter circuit faults, common cold-weather culprits, then verify battery terminals are clean and tight. Once it fires, confirm engine speed reaches the rated 3200 rpm on page 17, ruling out a governor or fuel restriction.

Manual Section: Eng/Fuel Operation and Tests p. 394

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the recommended engine oil types and viscosities for North America?

For North America, the preferred engine oils are John Deere PLUS–50® SAE 15W-40 and TORQ–GARD SUPREME® SAE 5W-30. The appropriate oil viscosity should be selected based on the expected air temperature range during the period between oil changes to prevent premature engine failure. p. 27

What is the engine oil capacity (with filter) for different tractor models?

The engine oil capacity (with filter) varies by model: 2.5 U.S. qt. (2.4 L) for the 655, 2.86 U.S. qt. (2.7 L) for the 755/756, 4.1 U.S. qt. (3.9 L) for the 855/856, and 4.4 U.S. qt. (4.2 L) for the 955 compact utility tractors. p. 19

What is the service interval for engine valve adjustment?

The recommended service interval for engine valve adjustment is 300 hours for all models (655, 755/756, 855/856, 955). p. 19

What is the torque value for Class 10.9 M10 dry metric fasteners?

For Class 10.9 M10 dry metric fasteners, the torque value is 80 N•m (60 lb-ft). These are general values, and specific applications may have different torque requirements. p. 21

What is the hydraulic oil capacity for the hydrostatic transmission and hydraulic system?

The capacity for the hydrostatic transmission and hydraulic system is 4.5 U.S. gallons (17 L) for all models (655, 755/756, 855/856, 955). p. 19

What do I get after purchasing this John Deere 655 & variants manual?

You get a 570-page searchable PDF that downloads instantly after checkout. Open it on your laptop, tablet, or phone, and bring it right to the shop floor.

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BrandJohn Deere
Model655, 755, 855, 955, 756, 856
Machine TypeCompact Utility Tractors
Manual TypeTechnical
LanguageEnglish
FormatSearchable PDF (Digital Download)
Pages570
File Size39 MB
Manual No.TM1360
Wiring DiagramsYes
Hydraulic SchematicsYes
Torque SpecificationsYes
Bookmarked / IndexedYes

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