John Deere 550B Crawler Dozers and 555B Crawler Loaders Technical Manual (TM1331)

Table of Contents:
   Introduction
   General Information
      General Specifications
      Torque Specifications Chart for Cap Screws and Hydraulic Fittings
      Lubrication
   Tracks
      Track Sysytems
   Axles and Suspensions Systems
      Axle Shaft, Bearing And Reduction Gears
   Transmission
      Controls
      Gears, Shafts, Bearings, Clutch, and Torque Converter
      Transmission Hydraulics
   Engine
      Removal and Installation
      Crankshaft and Main Bearings
      Camshaft and Valve Actuating Means
      Connecting Rods and Pistons
      Cylinder Block
      Oiling System
      Cylinder Head And Valves
      Exhaust Manifold
      Fuel Injection System
      Intake Manifold
      Engine Balancer
      Turbocharger
      Water Pump
      Thermostats, Housing , and Water Piping
      Oil Cooler
      Fuel Filter
      Fuel Transfer Pump
      Starting Motor
      Flywheel, Housing and Fastenings
   Engine Auxiliary Systems
      Cold Weather Starting Aids
      Engine Cooling System
      Speed Control
      External Fuel Supply Systems
   Torque Converter
      Converter, Turbine, Gears, and Shafts (See Group 0350)
   Steering Systems
      Hydraulic System
   Equipment Attaching
      Drawbar
   Electrical System
      Batteries, Support and Cables
      Alternator, Regulator and Charging System Wiring
      Wiring Harness and Switches
      Instrument and Indicators
   Frames, Chasis, Or Supporting Structure
      Frames
      Frame Bottom Guards
      Chasis Weights
   Operator's Station
      Operator Enclosure
   Sheet Metal and Styling
      Hood Or Engine Enclosure
   Winch
      Controls Linkage
      Winch Drive and Clutches
      Hydraulic System
   Loader
      Buckets
      Forks
      Controls Linkage
      Frames
      Hydraulic System
   Bulldozers
      Blades
      Controls Linkage
      Frames
      Hydraulic System
   Backhoe (9300)
      Backhoe
      Buckets, Teeth, Shanks, and Side Cutters
      Controls Linkage
      Frames
      Hydraulic System
   Backhoe (9550)
      Backhoe
      Buckets, Teeth, Shanks, and Side Cutters
      Controls Linkage
      Frames
      Hydraulic System
   Arch or Boom, or Cranes
      Arch Frame
   PTO or Winch Drive
      Gears, Shafts and Bearings
   Ground Conditioning Tool
      Teeth Shanks
      Frame
      Hydraulic System
   Operational Checkout Procedure
      Indicators and Gauges Test (Engine Stopped)
      Neutral Start Switch Test
      Indicators and Gauges Test (Engine Running)
      Brake System Test
      Steering System (Steering Clutches and Brakes)
      Driving Test
      Hydraulic System Test
      Undercarriage Test
      Accesory Test
   Engine Operation And Tests
      Theory of Operation
      System Operational Checks
      Diagnostic Information
      Adjustments
      Tests
   Electrical Operation an d Test
      Theory of Operation
      System Operational Checkout
      Diagnostic Information
      Test
   Power Train Operation and Tests
      Theory of Operation
      System Operational Checks
      Diagnostic Information
      Adjustments
      Test 550B Serial Number ( -719977) 555B Serial Number ( -720212)
      Test 550B Serial Number (719978- ) 555B Serial Number (720213- )
   Hydraulic System Operation and Tests
      Theory of Operation
      System Operational Checks
      System Diagnostic Checks
      Tests
   Miscellaneous Components
      Theory of Operation
      Diagnostic Information
      Adjustments
      Tests
   Special Tools