Part of the John Deere Repair Manuals.
TM2308 is the factory technical manual for John Deere Select Series tractors: models X300, X304, X320, X324, X340, and X360. This January 2011 North American edition runs 582 pages and is written for the technician actually doing the work, organized so all the information on a given system stays together.
Each Kawasaki engine has its own section (FH491V, FH661V/FH721V, and FS541V) with specifications, a troubleshooting guide, valve clearance adjustment, and complete removal and installation procedures. The manual also covers electrical schematics and cranking circuit diagnostics, the hydrostatic power train, the hydraulic lift system, steering and wheel alignment, and mower deck attachments including blades, spindles, and idlers.
The PDF has a searchable text layer and 664 bookmarks, so you can jump straight to a torque table, a schematic, or a repair procedure. Print individual pages for the shop, or keep the whole file on a tablet next to the machine.
What's Inside This Manual
| System | Pages | Key Topics |
|---|---|---|
| Safety | 5-8 | Recognize Safety Information, Handle Fluids Safely, Wear Protective Clothing, Use Care in Handling and Servicing Batteries, Park Machine Safely, Dispose of Waste Properly |
| Specifications & Information | 9-22 | General Specifications, Metric Fastener Torque Values, Inch Fastener Torque Values, O-Ring Seal Service Recommendations, Fuels and Lubricants, Serial Number Locations |
| Engine - Kawasaki (FH491V) | 23-84 | General Specifications, Carburetor Components, Lubrication System Operation, Engine Troubleshooting Guide, Valve Clearance, Check and Adjustment, Engine Removal and Installation |
| Engine - Kawasaki (FH661V, FH721V) | 85-156 | General Specifications, Component Location, Lubrication System Operation, Engine Troubleshooting Guide, Valve Clearance Check and Adjustment, Engine Removal and Installation |
| Engine - Kawasaki (FS541V) | 157-222 | General Specifications, Component Location, Lubrication System Operation, Engine Troubleshooting Guide, Valve Clearance Adjustment, Engine Removal and Installation |
| Electrical | 223-366 | Reading Electrical Schematics, System Specifications, Power Circuit Operation, Cranking Circuit Diagnostics, Battery Test, Ignition Coil Replacement and Adjustment |
| Power Train - Hydrostatic | 367-420 | General Specifications, Drive and Brake Components, Hydrostatic System Operation, Hydrostatic Transmission Diagnosis, Transaxle Bleeding, Transaxle Removal and Installation |
| Hydraulics | 421-442 | Hydraulic System Components, Hydraulic Schematic, Hydraulic Lift System Operation, Hydraulic Lift Slow or No Lift Capacity, Hydraulic Lift Oil Flow and Pressure Test |
| Steering | 443-470 | Steering Components, Front Wheel Alignment, Rear Wheel Alignment, Steering Gear Assembly, Steering Tilt Unit, Front Steering Spindles |
| Attachments | 471-560 | Mower Deck, Idlers and Sheaves, Spindles, Mower Blade, Deck Lift Assembly, Manual Lift Linkage |
| Miscellaneous | 561-572 | Tire Pressure Adjustment, Lift Assist Spring Adjustment, Front Wheel Removal and Installation, Rear Wheel Removal and Installation, Hood Removal and Installation |
Quick Reference Specifications
| Specification | Value | Page |
|---|---|---|
| 38, 42C, 42M, 48C, 54C Mower Decks | ||
| Spindle Mounting Cap Screw Torque | 30 N•m (22 lb-ft) | p. 469 |
| Mower Deck Idler Sheave Nuts Torque | 47 N•m (35 lb-ft) | p. 469 |
| All Models | ||
| Clutch Cap Screw Torque | 72 N•m (53 lb-ft) | p. 395 |
| Transaxle Fan Nut Torque | 30 N•m (22 lb-ft) | p. 366 |
| Wheel Bolts Torque | 88 N•m (65 lb-ft) | p. 559 |
| Traction Drive Belt Replacement Value | Replace as necessary if worn, frayed, glazed, or stretched | p. 387 |
| Traction Drive Belt Idler Nut Torque | 26 N•m (19 lb-ft) | p. 399 |
| Belt Tension Spring Replacement Value | Replace as necessary if damaged, worn, or weak | p. 387 |
| Metric Fastener Torque (M6, Class 4.8, Lubricated) | 4.8 N•m (3.5 lb-ft) | p. 11 |
| 48 and 54-Inch Decks | ||
| Spindle Mounting Hardware Torque | 30 N•m (22 lb-ft) | p. 551 |
| SN -040000 | ||
| Key Switch Continuity (OFF position) | continuity between N and G | p. 359 |
| Key Switch Continuity (RUN position) | continuity between B and L | p. 359 |
