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6215 / 6415 Appraisal Inspection

TRACTOR INFORMATION

  • Model:

  • Serial Number:

  • Tractor Hours:

  • Warranty End Date:

  • Has photos been taken of exterior? (All 4 sides clearly visible)

CUSTOMER

  • Name:

  • Address:

  • City and State:

  • Phone:

Pre-Inspection

  • Stored Codes (Record & Clear all codes)

  • Oil Level

  • Neutral start system

  • Starter operation

  • Alternator charging (Between 14.4 - 14.7 Volts)

  • Steering operation

  • Brake valve & operation (Leaks/Function)

  • Main pump standby pressure (Refer to John Deere specifications)

  • Transmission operation

  • Hydraulic Pump Flow Test From SCV

  • Engine power check

Engine

  • High and low idle speeds (Low 900RPM - High 2500RPM)

  • Engine Oil and Filter (Max 250Hrs since last replacement)

  • Turbo inspection (Excessive Noise, Leakage, bearing endplay .01-.04")

  • Exhaust system (Leakage, Soot Collection)

  • Intake system, Hose and Clamps (Check for Leaks)

  • Air filters (Replace Annually)

  • Pulleys and belts

  • Head gasket

  • Oil leaks

  • Valve lash adjustment (2000 Hours)

  • Motor Mounts (Check for cracks and wear)

Cooling System

  • Radiator/expansion tank (Leakage, excessive debris)

  • Water pump & weep hole (Leakage)

  • Hoses and Clamps

  • Viscous Fan Clutch (1000 hours)

  • Coolant Level

  • Radiator cap

  • Coolant (Flush 2 yrs 2000 hours / 5 yrs 5000 hours with Cool-Gard II)

  • Conditioner /Freeze Point

  • Thermostats (2 Years)

Fuel System

  • Fuel Leaks

  • Fuel Tank and Sump (Drain 250 Hours)

  • Fuel Tank Vent (Clean 750 Hours)

  • Transfer pump

  • Fuel Filters (500 Hours)

Electrical System

  • Battery (Service - 250 Hours)

  • Condition (12.4V Min)

  • Electrolyte level (Electrolyte level 6mm (1/4") above plates

  • Battery cables/ends (Clean if Corroded)

  • Instruments/indicator lights

  • Lights/turn signals

  • Starting aid operation

  • Wiring harnesses (Condition/Damage)

  • Review Miscellaneous Electrical Components (Review function and wiring for additional items such as monitors/radios etc)

Power Train

  • Drive Shaft, Engine (Check for Movement/Play)

  • Torsional Damper (Visual Inspection)

  • PTO clutch and brake operation

  • Transmission park mechanism (250 Hours)

  • Left Hand reverser cable

  • U- Joints and Shielding - MWFD (250 Hours)

  • Axles - Outer axle seal and bearing condition (500 Hours - Lubricate, Inspect for excessive leakage)

  • Axles - Measure Bearing runout (<0.05")

  • Brake pedal adjustment

  • Transmission/hydraulic filters (750 Hours - Replacement)

  • Transmission/hydraulic/MFWD oil (1500 Hours or 2 Years - Replacement)

  • Transmission/MFWD breather

  • Transmission sump screen (1500 Hours - Clean)

  • Front differential and hubs oil level (1500 Hours or 2 Years - Replacement)

  • MFWD Operation

  • Front Differential and hub oil level - MFWD (1500 Hours or 2 Years - Replacement)

  • Transmission Oil Level

  • Transmission Lube pressure

  • Transmission Shift Cables

  • Transmission Operational Check

Steering and Brakes

  • Steering valve (Leakage)

  • Steering Motor, cylinder and hoses (Leakage)

  • Front axle pivot bushings

  • Front axle spindle bearings

  • Front wheel bearings (2WD) (Lube, pack every 2 years or as condition requires)

  • Tie rod and drag link ends (Lubricate)

  • Steering arm

  • Record Toe In (2WD)

  • Brake valve & operation (Leakage)

Operators Station

  • Cab Body

  • Cab Body mounting

  • ROPS

  • Cab filter condition

  • Evaporator

  • Check for external plugging

  • Heater core

  • Blower motor operation

  • Heater operation

  • Air conditioning Operation

  • System charge

  • Seat belt

  • Seat operation

  • Wipers and Washers

  • Wiper blade condition

  • Mirrors

Hitch and Hydraulics System

  • Leaks

  • Lines and Clamps

  • Draft Link Support Support Bushing (1500 Hours - Lube)

  • Rockshaft / EH hitch operation

  • Selective Control Valve / Coupler operation (Pressure Test - Check all SCV coupler outlets for pressure drop or increase)

  • Cycle Test Adjustments

Miscellaneous

  • Drawbar and Support (Bent, broken bolts)

  • Front axle hardware torque

  • Frame and weights

  • Sheet metal

  • Bottom frame plate cap screw torque

  • Wheels and tires

  • Wheel & Wheel Weight Bolt Torque

  • PTO shield

  • SMV sign

  • Safety decals

  • Grease entire machine

  • Fire extinguisher (if equipped)

  • Recheck Stored Codes

Ask About

  • Complete oil and filter change history

  • Coolant Change - When was it last completed?

  • Engine Vale Adjustment - When was it last completed

  • Has testing of injectors been completed? If so, date?

  • Any general concerns

  • List out General concerns

  • Washing options

Final Sign off

  • Have all questions been completed?

  • Have all photos been taken?

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