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SERVICE MANUAL
200, 208, 210,
212, 214 and 216
Lawn and Garden
Tractors
200, 208, 210, 212, 214 and 216 Lawn
and Garden Tractors
SM2105 (01OCT81) English
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Lawn & Grounds Care Division
SM2105 (01OCT81)
John Deere
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JOHN DEERE 200, 208, 210, 212, 214 AND
216 LAWN AND GARDEN TRACTORS
Service Manual
SM-2105 (June-81)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 10
Group 5 -
Group 10 -
Group 15 -
Group 20
-
- GENERAL
Tractor Identification
Specifications
Fuet and Lubricants
Tune-Up and Adjustments
SECTION 20 - ENGINE
Group 5 - General Information
Group 10 * Cylinder Head, Valves and Breather
Group 15 -
Minor Engine Recondition
Group 20 -
Major Engine Recondition
Group 25 - Specifications
SECTION 30
- FUEL SYSTEM
Group 5
Group 10
Group 15
Group 20
Group 25
Group 30
SECTION
Group
Group
Group
Group
Group
Group
Group
40
5 -
10 -
15
-
20
-
25 -
30 -
35 -
General Information
Carburetor
Air Cleaner
Fuel Strainer and Fuel Tank
Fuel Pump
Specifications
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
General Information
Cranking System
Ignition System
Charging System
Lights
Electric Lift
Electric PTO Clutch
SECTION 50
-
POWER TRAIN
Group 5 -
Genera]
Information
Group 10 - Clutch and Variable Speed Drive
Group 15 - Brakes
Group 20 - 4-Speed Transaxle
Group 25 - PTO Clutch
SECTION 60 - HYDRAULIC LIFT SYSTEM
Group 5 - General Information
Group 10 - Control Valve
Group 15 - Pump
Group 20 - Cylinder
SECTION 70
-
MISCELLANEOUS
Group 5 - Steering Linkage
Group 10 -
Front Wheels and Axles
Group 15 - Lift Linkage
SECTION 80 -
SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS
Group 5 - Engine Convenience Service Tools
Group 10 - Tractor Essential Service Tools
Group 15 - Tractor Convenience Service
Tool;
SECTION 90
-
TRACTOR ATTACHMENTS
Group 5 - 37A Snow Thrower
Group 10 - 39 and 47 Rotary Mowers
Group 15 - 541A PTO
Group 20 - 31 Rotary Tiller
OOA-
(AH information, illustrations, and specifications
contained in this service manual are based on the
latest information available at the time of publication.
The right is reserved to make changes at any time
without notice.)
Copyright ÿ£) 1980
DEERE & COMPANY
Moline, Illinois
All rights reserved
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2
Tractors, 200 Series
SM-2105 (Jun-81)
INTRODUCTION
This service manual contains service and mainte¬
nance information for the John Deere 200, 208, 210,
212, 214 and 216 Lawn and Garden Tractors and
attachments through 1982 model (SN 195,001-
)-
The manual is divided into sections. Each section
pertains to a certain component or operational system
of the tractor or attachment. The information is divided
into groups within each section.
Emphasis is placed on diagnosing malfunctions,
analysis and testing. Diagnosing malfunctions includes
possible troubles, their causes and how to correct
them. Under specific components these troubfes are
analyzed to help you understand what is causing the
problem, In this way, you can eliminate the cause
rather than just replace the part.
Metric equivalents have been included,, where ap¬
plicable, throughout this service
manual,
Specifications and special tools are found in the last
group of each section.
Whenever new or revised pages are provided, insert
them into your manual as soon as you receive them.
Your service manual will always be up-to-date and be
a valuable asset in your service department.
A
This safety alert symbol identifies impor¬
tant safety messages in this manual. When
you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of
personal injury and carefully read the message
that follows.
FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE
Vertical lines appear in the margins of many of the
pages. These lines identify new material and revised
information that affects specifications, procedures, and
other important instructions,
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Section 10
GENERAL
Group 5
TRACTOR IDENTIFICATION
CONTENTS
Page
GROUP 5 - TRACTOR IDENTIFICATION
Serial Numbers 5-2
Tractor 5-2
Engine 5-2
Transaxle 5-2
Identification Codes 5-2
Tire Codes 5-2
GROUP 10 - SPECIFICATIONS
Engine Specifications 10-1
Battery Specifications 10-2
Tractor Specifications 10-2
Tire Specifications 10-3
Rear Wheel Weight Bolt Size Chart 10-3
BoEt Torque Chart 10-4
Set Screw Seating Torque Chart 10-4
GROUP 15 - FUEL AND LUBRICANTS
Fuel 15-1
Lubricants 15-1
Engine Crankcase 15-1
Transaxle 15-1
Tractor Grease Fittings 15-1
Hydraulic System (Optional Equip.) ...... 15-1
Capacities 15-1
Service Intervals 15-2
Lubricating Grease Fittings 15-2
Changing Engine Crankcase Oil 15-3
Changing Transaxle Lubricant 15-3
Repacking PTO Clutch Bearing 15-4
Lubricating Integral Hitch Grease
Fitting 15-4
Checking Hydraulic Lift System Fluid
Level 15-4
Page
GROUP 20 - TUNE-UP AND ADJUSTMENTS
Purpose of Tune-Up and Adjustments ..... 20-1
Visual Inspection 20-1
Engine Tune-Up 20-1
Tractor Adjustments 20-1
Tune-Up Guide 20-1
Tune-Up and Adjustments 20-2
Clean Engine Shrouds and
Cooling Fins 20-2
Clean or Replace Air Filter
Element 20-2
Clean Fuel Strainer 20-2
Check and Clean Engine Crankcase
Breather 20-2
Check Spark Plug Gap 20-3
Check Ignition Breaker Points and
Engine Timing 20-3
Adjust Carburetor 20-5
Check Engine Speed 20-5
Change Engine Crankcase Oil 20-6
Check or Change Transaxle Lubricant .. . 20-6
Lubricate Grease Fittings 20-6
Repack PTO Clutch Bearing 20-6
Service Battery 20-6
Check Tire Pressure 20-6
Check Operation and Condition of:
Lights 20-6
Lift System 20-6
Steering 20-6
Brakes
20-6
Belts and Equipment 20-6
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1 0 General
5-2 Tractor Identification
Tractors, 200 Series
SM-2105 (Sep-78)
SERIAL NUMBERS
Tractor
Fig. 1 -Tractor Serial Number
The tractor serial number, Fig. 1, is located on the
pedestal below the steering wheel.
The first letter indicates the "family of machine";
the next three numbers or letters, the "model or ma¬
chine designation"; the letter in the fifth position indi¬
cates the "model year". This is followed by a space
(for computer purposes), and a six-digit serial num¬
ber and the letter "M" denoting Horicon as the facto¬
ry of manufacture.
Machine
Designation
J
200
One
Space
Family
(Tractor)
D
+
Model Year
D=f975
E=-1976
etc.
030001
Serial
Number
Factory
Designation
(Horicon)
iJl
When ordering parts, use only the six-digit serial
number. When writing about or filling out warranty
claims, use all thirteen numbers, letters and spaces
shown on the machine serial number plate.
Engine
Hj $3 ?
The engine serial number, Fig. 2, is located on the
engine shroud.
Transaxie
f
&26973K
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"
ite!? iff'
Fig. 3-Transaxle Serial Number
The transaxie serial number, Fig. 3, is located on
the transaxie case next to the L.H: axle housing.
IDENTIFICATION CODES
Tire Codes
John Deere 200, 210, 212, 214 and 216 Tractors
can be equipped with four different combinations of
tires as follows:
Tire
Code
Size
Front
Size
Rear Tread
GT-3 16x6.50-8 23x8.50-12 High-
Flotation
GT-4 4.80/4.00-8
23x8.50-12
Studded
Traction
GT-5 16x6.50-8 23x10.50-12 High-
Flotation
GT-8
Bar
Tread
16x6.50-8
or 4.80/4.00-8
23x10.50-12
High-
Flotation
Traction
NOTE: The 200 Tractor is equipped with GT-3 tires
as standard equipment. The 208 Tractor is equipped
with 4.80 x 4.00-8 (2-ply) front tires and 23 x 8.50-12
rear tires as standard equipment. The 208 Tractor can
be equipped with GT-3, GT-4, GT-5, or GT-8 tires
fisted above if desired. The 210, 212, 214 and 216
Tractors are equipped with GT-5 tires as standard
equipment.
Fig. 2-Engtne Serial Number
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Tractors, 200 Series
SM-2105 (Jun-81)
General 10
Specifications 10-1
Group 10
SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
ftem 200 2oe 210
Engine Model No K181GS K181S K241AQS
Manufacturer Kohler Kohler Kohler
Cylinders One One One
Stroke/Cycle Four Four Four
Bore 2.94 in, (74.6 mm) 2.94 in. (74.6 mm) 3.25 in. (82.5 mm)
Stroke 2.75 in. (69-8 mm) 2.75 in, (69.8 mm) 2.88 in, (73,1 mm)
Displacement 18.6 cu. in. 18.6 cu. in. 23.9 cu. in.
Speeds (Fast) No Load . 3400 to 3500 rpm 3400 to 3500 rpm 3400 to 3500 rpm
Speeds (Idle) 1700 to 1900 rpm 1700 to 1900 rpm 1700 to 1900 rpm
Horsepower*" 8 a 10
Normal Compression 110 to 120 psi 110 to 120 psi 110 to 120 psi
Valve Clearance
Intake (Cold) 0.007 in. (0.178 mm) 0.007 in. (0.178 mm) 0.010 in. (0.254 mm)
Exhaust (Cold) 0.016 in. (0.408 mm) 0.016 in. (0.406 mm) 0.020 in, (0.508 mm)
Ignition Battery Battery Battery
Spark Plug** Champion-J-8 or XJ8 Champion- RJ8 Champion-H-10
AC-45-M or R-46 AC-45L
Prestolite-14-7 Prestolite-14-L7B
or 14-R8
Spark Plug Gap 0.025 in. (0.635 mm) 0 025 in. (0.635 mm) 0.035 in. (0.889 mm)
Breaker Point Gap 0.020 in. (0.508 mm) 0.020 in. (0,508 mm) 0.020 in. (0.508 mm)
Charging System Alternator Alternator Alternator
Starter 12- Volt 12-Volt 12-Volt
Air Filter Dry-type Dry-type Dry-type
Item 212 214 216
Engine Modet No K301AQS K321AQS K341AQS
Manufacturer Kohler Kohler Kohler
Cylinders One One One
Stroke/Cycle Four Four Four
Bore 3.38 in. (85.8 mm) 3.50 in. (88.9 mm) 3.75 in. (95.2 mm)
Stroke 3.25 in. (82.5 mm) 3.25 in. (82.5 mm) 3.25 in. (82.5 mm)
Displacement 29.1 cu. in. 31 .3 cu. in. 35.9 cu. in,
Speeds (Fast) No Load . 3400 to 3500 rpm 3400 to 3500 rpm 3400 to 3500 rpm
Speeds (Idle) 1700 to 1900 rpm 1700 to 1900 rpm 1700 to 1900 rpm
Horsepower* 12 14 16
Normal Compression 110 to 120 psi 110 to 120 psi 110 to 120 psi
Valve Clearance
Intake (Cold) 0.010 in. (0.254 mm) 0.010 in. (0.254 mm) 0.010 in. (0,254 mm)
Exhaust (Cold) 0.020 in. (0.508 mm) 0.020 in. (0.508 mm) 0.020 in. (0.508 mm)
Ignition Battery Battery Battery
Spark Plug** Champion- H-10 Champion-H-10 Champion-H-10
AC-45L AC-45L AC-45L
Prestoiile-14-L7B Prestolite-l4-L7B Prestolite- 14-L7 B
Spark Plug Gap 0.035 in. (0.889 mm) 0.035
in, (0.889 mm) 0.035 in. (0.889 mm)
Breaker Point Gap 0.020 in. (0.508 mm) 0.020 in. (0.508 mm) 0.020 in. (0.508 mm)
Charging System Alternator Alternator Alternator
Starter 12-Volt 12-Volt 12-Volt
Air Filter Dry-type Dry-type Dry-type
*The horsepower rating shown is established by the engine manufacturer in accordance with Standard Internal
Combustion Engine Institute procedure, tt is corrected at 60°F. and 29.22 in. Hg. Barometer and is developed from
laboratory test engines equipped with standard air cleaner and muffler.
**in Canada, compliance with radio interference regulations certified. Replace spark plug with resistor-type spark
plug only. Use Champion RJ8 for 200 and 208 Tractors. Use Champion RH10 for 210, 212, 214 and 216 Tractors.
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10 General
1 0-2 Specifications
Tractors, 200 Series
SM-2105 (Jun-81)
BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS
Tractor Battery
200, 208 John Deere, 12 Volt, (AM30094), BCl Group U1, 135
cold cranking amps at 0°F (-17°C), 30-minute
reserve capacity.
210, 212, 214, 216 John Deere, 12 Volt, (AM31186), BCl Group 22F, 255
cold cranking amps at 0°F (-17°C), 55-minute
reserve capcaity.
TRACTOR SPECIFICATIONS
Item 200, 208 210, 212, 214, 216
CAPACITIES
Fuel Tank 3-1/2 U.S. Gallons (13.25 L) 3-1/2 U.S. Gallons (13.25 L)
Crankcase 2-1/2 U.S. Pints {1.18 L) **(S.N, 30001-95261)
3 U.S. Pts. (1.42 L)
***(S,N. 95262 and up)
4 U.S. Pints (1.89 L)
Transaxle 3-1/2 U.S. Pints (1.65 L) 3-1/2 U.S. Pints (1.65 L)
Hydraulic System (optional) 2 U.S. Pints (0.94 L)
TRANSMISSION
Type Transaxle Transaxle
Gear Selections 4 forward
-
1 reverse 4 torward
-
1 reverse
TRAVEL SPEEDS - C« 3400 rpm
1st Gear (Variable) 0.3 to 0.9 mph (.6 to 1.6 kms/hr) 0.3 to 0.9 mph (.6 to 1.6 kms/hr)
2nd Gear (Variable) 1.0 to 2.7 mph (2.1 to 4.6 kms/hr) 1.0 to 2.7 mph (2.1 to 4.6 kms/hr)
3rd Gear (Variable) 1.8 to 4.7 mph (3,8 to 8.0 kms/hr) 1.8 to 4.7 mph (3.8 to 8.0 kms/hr)
4th Gear {Variable) 2.6 to 7,0 rnph (5.5 to 11,9 kms/hr) 2.6 to 7.0 mph (5.5 to 11,9 kms/hr)
Reverse (Variable) 1.4 to 3.7 mph (2,4 to 5.3 kms/hr) 1.4 to 3.7 mph (2.4 to 5.3 kms/hr)
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase 46 in. (1.168 m) 46 in. (1.168 m)
Overall Length 67-1/2 in. (1.715 m) 67-1/2 in. (1.715 m)
Overall Height 42 in. (1,067 m) 42 in. (1.067 m)
Overall Width (maximum) 41-1/2 in. (10.54 m) 41-1/2 in. (1.054 m)
WHEEL TREAD
Front 31 in. (78.74 cm) 31 in. (78.74 cm)
Rear (GT-3 Tires) ... 27 in, or 33 in. (68.58 cm or 83.82 cm) 27 in. or 33 in. (68.58 cm or 83.82 cm)
(GT-5 Tires) 28-1/2 in. or 31 in. (72.39 cm or 78.74 cm) 28-1/2 in. or 31 in. (72.39 cm or 78 74 cm)
BRAKES
Type Band, pedal-operated Band, pedal-operated
Parking Hand-lock foot brake Hand-lock foot brake
CLUTCH V-belt system V-be!t system
PTO CLUTCH Manual Manual
STEERING Enclosed gear Enclosed gear
LIFT' Manual, Electric Manual, Electric, Hydraulic
SHIPPING WEIGHT 200 Tractor - 691 lbs. (313 kg) 759 fbs. (344 kg)
208 Tractor
-
673 lbs. (305 kg)
'Electric end Hydraulic Lifts are dealer installed options,
"Aluminum Pan
"'Steel Pan
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Tractors, 200 Series
SM-2105 (Sep-78)
General 10
Specifications 10-3
TIRE SPECIFICATIONS
Tire
Code Location Size Tubeiess Ply-Rating Tread Tire Inflation Pressure
* *
Front
Rear
4.80x4.00-8
23x8.50-12
Yes 2
Yes 2
Studded
High-
Flotation
10 to 12 psi (69 to 82 kPa)
5 to 10 psi (34 to 69 kPa)
GT-3 Front
Rear
16x6.50-8
23x8.50-12
Yes* 2
Yes* 2
High-
Flotation
6 to 16 psi (41 to 110 kPa)
5 to 10 psi (34 to 69 kPa)
GT-4 Front
Rear
4.80/4.00-8
23x8.50-12
No 4
Yes* 2
Studded
Traction
12 to 40 psi (82 to 276 kPa)
5 to 10 psi (34 to 69 kPa)
GT-5**** Front
Rear
16x6,50-8
23x10.50-12
Yes* 2
Yes* 2
High-
Flotation
6 to 16 psi (41 to 110 kPa)
5 to 10 psi (34 to 69 kPa)
GT-8
Bar
Tread
Front**
Rear
16x6.50-8
23x10.5-12
Yes* 2
Yes* 2
High-
Flotation
Traction
6 to 16 psi (41 to 110 kPa)
5 to 10 psi (34 to 69 kPa)
*Tubes Available for service. See your parts catalog.
**Use 4.80/4.00-8 (4-ply) front tires with front-end loaders.
***Regu!ar equipment tires on 208 Tractor.
****Reguiar equipment tires on 210, 212, 214 and 216 Tractors.
REAR WHEEL WEIGHT BOLT SIZE CHART
Tire/Wheel Option Wheel Position No. of Weights Bolt Size
GT-3 or GT-4 Narrow 1 1/2 x 5-1/2
GT-3 or GT-4 Narrow 2 1/2x7-1/2
GT-3 or GT-4 Wide 1 1/2x5-1/2
GT-3 or GT-4 Wide 2 1/2x7-1/2
GT-5 Narrow 1 1/2x5-1/2
GT-5 Narrow 2 1/2x8
GT-5 Wide 1 1/2x5-1/2
GT-5 or GT-8 Wide 2 1/2x7-1/2
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10 General
10-4 Specifications
Tractors, 200 Series
SM-2105 (Sep-78)
BOLT TORQUE CHART
AVERAGE TIGHTENING TORQUE FOR BOLTS
(BASED ON 85% OF YIELD)
Bolt
Size
A17B A17D A17F
in-lb ft-lb Nm in-lb ft-lb Nm in-lb ft-lb Nm
1/4 72 6 8 120 10 13.5 168 14 19
5/16 156 13 17.6 240 20 27 360 30 40.7
3/8 276 23 31.2 420 35 47.5 600 50 67.8
7/16 420 35 47.5 660 55 74.6 960 80 108.5
1/2 660 55 74.6 1020 85 115.2 1440 120 162.7
9/16 900 75 101.7 1560 130 176.3 2100 175 237.3
5/8 1260 105 142.4 2040 170 230.5 2880 240 325.4
3/4 2220 185 250.8 3600 300 406.7 5100 425 576.2
7/8 1920 160 216.9 5340 445 603.3 8220 685 928.7
1 3000 250 339 8040 670 908.4 12360 1030 1396.5
1-1/8 3960 330 447.4 10920 910 1233.8 17520 1460 1979.5
1-1/4 5760 480 650.8 15000 1250 1694.8 24720 2060 2793
B-grade bolts larger than 3/4-inch are sometimes formed hot rather than cold , which accounts for the lower mean
tightening torque.
SET SCREW SEATING TORQUE CHART
Screw Size
Seating Torque
in-lb Nm
#5 9 1.0
#6 9 1.0
#8 20 2.3
#10 33 3.7
1/4 87 9.8
5/16 165 18.6
3/8 290 32.8
7/16 430 48.6
1/2 620 70.1
9/16 620 70.1
5/8 1225 138.4
3/4 2125 240.1
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