John Deere 315SK Backhoe Loader Index:

• Contents
  • General Information
    • Safety
      • Recognize Safety Information
      • Follow Safety Instructions
      • Operate Only If Qualified
      • Wear Protective Equipment
      • Avoid Unauthorized Machine Modifications
      • Inspect Machine
      • Stay Clear of Moving Parts
      • Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
      • Avoid High-Pressure Oils
      • Work In Ventilated Area
      • Prevent Fires
      • Prevent Battery Explosions
      • Handle Chemical Products Safely
      • Dispose of Waste Properly
      • Prepare for Emergencies
      • Clean Debris from Machine
      • Add Cab Guarding for Special Uses
      • Use Steps and Handholds Correctly
      • Start Only From Operator’s Seat
      • Use and Maintain Seat Belt
      • Prevent Unintended Machine Movement
      • Prevent Unintended Machine Movement—If Equipped With Pilot Contr
      • Avoid Work Site Hazards
      • Keep Riders Off Machine
      • Avoid Backover Accidents
      • Avoid Machine Tipover
      • Inspect and Maintain ROPS
      • Add and Operate Attachments Safely
      • Operating or Traveling On Public Roads
      • Park and Prepare for Service Safely
      • Service Cooling System Safely
      • Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating
      • Make Welding Repairs Safely
      • Drive Metal Pins Safely
      • Service Tires Safely
    • Torque Values
      • Metric Bolt and Cap Screw Torque Values
      • Additional Metric Cap Screw Torque Values
      • Unified Inch Bolt and Cap Screw Torque Values
      • Service Recommendations for 37° Flare and 30° Cone Seat Connecto
      • Service Recommendations for O-Ring Boss Fittings
      • O-Ring Boss Fittings In Aluminum Housing Service Recommendations
      • Service Recommendations For Flared Connections—Straight or Taper
      • Service Recommendations For Flat Face O-Ring Seal Fittings
      • O-Ring Face Seal Fittings With SAE Inch Hex Nut And Stud End For
      • O-Ring Face Seal Fittings With Metric Hex Nut And Stud End For S
      • O-Ring Face Seal Fittings With Metric Hex Nut And Stud End For H
      • Service Recommendations for Metric Series Four Bolt Flange Fitti
      • Service Recommendations For Inch Series Four Bolt Flange Fitting
      • Inch Series Four Bolt Flange Fitting For High Pressure Service R
      • Service Recommendations For Non-Restricted Banjo (Adjustable) Fi
      • Service Recommendations For O-Ring Boss Fittings With Shoulder
      • Metric 24° O-Ring Seal DIN 20078 Service Recommendations
  • Wheels
    • Powered or Non-Powered Wheels and Fastenings
      • Rear Wheel Assembly Remove and Install
      • Front Wheel Assembly Remove and Install
      • Tire Remove and Install
  • Axles and Suspension Systems
    • Input Drive Shafts and U-Joints
      • Universal Joint and Drive Shaft Remove and Install
    • Non-Powered Wheel Axles
      • Hub Assembly Remove and Install
      • Spindle Assembly Remove and Install
      • Tie Rod Remove and Install
      • Non-Powered Front Axle Remove and Install
    • Powered Wheel Axle (MFWD)
      • Mechanical Front Wheel Drive (MFWD) Axle Remove and Install
      • Mechanical Front Wheel Drive (MFWD) Axle Disassemble
      • Mechanical Front Wheel Drive (MFWD) Axle Assemble
      • Open Differential Disassemble and Assemble—If Equipped
      • Limited Slip Differential Disassemble and Assemble—If Equipped
    • Axle Shaft, Bearings, and Reduction Gears
      • Service Brakes Inspection
      • Rear Axle Remove and Install
      • Rear Axle Disassemble
      • Rear Axle Assemble
      • Park Brake Disassemble and Assemble
      • Gear Tooth Contact Pattern Check
        • Contact Pattern Check
  • Transmission
    • Removal and Installation
      • Transmission Remove and Install
    • Controls Linkage
      • Transmission Control Lever (TCL) Remove and Install
    • Gear, Shafts, and Power Shift Clutches
      • Transmission Outer Components Removal
      • Transmission Case Disassemble—Torque Converter Side
      • Clutch Packs Remove
      • High Range Forward, Low Range Forward, and Reverse Clutch Packs
      • First Speed and Third Speed Clutch Disassemble and Assemble
      • Second Speed Clutch Disassemble and Assemble
      • Mechanical Front Wheel Drive (MFWD) Clutch Disassemble and Assem
      • Pump Drive Shaft Install
      • Clutch Packs Install
      • Transmission Case Assemble—Torque Converter Side
      • Transmission Outer Components Install
    • Hydraulic System
      • Transmission Charge Pump Remove and Install
      • Transmission Charge Pump Disassemble and Assemble
  • Engine
    • Removal and Installation
      • John Deere Engine Operation
      • Engine Remove
      • Engine Install
  • Engine Auxiliary System
    • Cold Weather Starting Aids
      • Coolant Heater Remove and Install—If Equipped
      • Starting Aid Nozzle Remove and Install—If Equipped
      • Start Aid Solenoid Remove and Install—If Equipped
    • Cooling Systems
      • Fan Remove and Install
      • Serpentine Belt Remove and Install
      • Radiator Remove and Install
      • Cooling Package Remove and Install
    • Speed Controls
      • Engine Speed Control Pedal Remove and Install
    • Intake System
      • Air Cleaner Remove and Install
      • Charge Air Cooler Remove and Install
    • Exhaust Systems
      • Muffler Remove and Install
    • External Fuel Supply Systems
      • Fuel Tank Remove and Install
  • Torque Converter
    • Turbine, Gears, and Shaft
      • Torque Converter Remove and Install
  • Steering System
    • Hydraulic System
      • Tilt Steering Column Remove and Install
      • Tilt Steering Wheel and Column Disassemble and Assemble
      • Steering Valve Remove and Install—Tilt Steering
      • Steering Valve Disassemble and Assemble
      • Non-Powered Axle Steering Cylinder Remove and Install
      • Non-Powered Axle Steering Cylinder Disassemble and Assemble
      • Mechanical Front Wheel Drive (MFWD) Axle Steering Cylinder Remov
      • Mechanical Front Wheel Drive (MFWD) Axle Steering Cylinder Disas
  • Service Brakes
    • Active Elements
      • Brake Disk and Pressure Plate Remove and Install
    • Hydraulic System
      • Brake System Bleeding Procedure
      • Power Boost Brake Valve Remove and Install
      • Brake Valve Disassemble and Assemble
      • Brake Valve Lines Disassemble and Assemble
      • Brake Pedal Adjustment
  • Park Brake
    • Active Elements
      • Park Brake Remove and Install
  • Frame or Supporting Structure
    • Frame Installation
      • Welding Repair of Major Structures
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    • Chassis Weights
      • Counterweight Remove and Install
  • Operator’s Station
    • Removal and Installation
      • Operator’s Station Remove and Install
    • Operator Enclosure
      • Front Window Wiper and Wiper Motor Remove and Install
      • Rear Window Wiper and Wiper Motor Remove and Install
      • Front Console Remove and Install
      • Fixed Window Remove and Install
      • Non-Fixed Window Remove and Install
      • Non-Fixed Window Adjustment
      • Non-Fixed Window Latch Adjustment
      • Cab Door Hinges and Latch Adjustment
      • Cab Door Handle Screw Adjustment
      • Headliner Remove and Install
      • Cab Roof Remove and Install
    • Seat and Seat Belt
      • Seat Assembly Remove and Install
      • Mechanical Suspension Seat Disassemble and Assemble—If Equipped
      • Air Suspension Seat Disassemble and Assemble—If Equipped
      • Seat Belt Disassemble and Assemble
    • Heating and Air Conditioning
      • R134a Refrigerant Cautions and Proper Handling
      • R134a Compressor Oil Removal
      • R134a Component Oil Charge
      • Refrigerant Leakage Testing
      • Refrigerant Hoses and Tubing Inspection
      • R134a Refrigerant Recover, Recycle, and Charge Station Installat
      • Recover R134a System
      • Evacuate R134a System
      • Charge R134a System
      • Air Conditioning System Cleaning Procedures
      • Flush and Purge Air Conditioning System
      • Blower Mode Door Motor Remove and Install
      • Evaporator or Heater Core Remove and Install
      • Expansion Valve Remove and Install
      • Air Conditioner Freeze Control Switch Remove and Install
      • Receiver-Dryer Remove and Install
      • Condenser Remove and Install
      • Compressor Remove and Install
  • Sheet Metal and Styling
    • Hood or Engine Enclosure
      • Hood and Engine Enclosure Disassemble and Assemble
    • Miscellaneous Shields
      • Battery Box Remove and Install
    • Grille and Grille Housing
      • Grille Remove and Install
      • Grille Housing Remove and Install
  • Safety and Convenience
    • Radio
      • Radio and Speakers Remove and Install
      • Antenna Remove and Install
    • Horn and Warning Devices
      • Horn Remove and Install
      • Backup Alarm Remove and Install
      • Backup Alarm Volume Adjustment
  • Main Hydraulic System
    • Hydraulic System
      • General Oil Cleanup Procedure
      • Apply Vacuum to Hydraulic Oil Reservoir
      • Hydraulic Pump Remove and Install
      • Hydraulic Pump Disassemble and Assemble
      • Hydraulic Reservoir Remove and Install
      • Hydraulic and Transmission Oil Coolers Remove and Install
      • Hydraulic Filter Assembly Remove and Install
  • Loader
    • Loader
      • Loader Boom Remove and Install
    • Bucket
      • Loader Bucket Remove and Install
      • Welded Bucket Cutting Edges Replacement Procedure
    • Attachment Coupler
      • Attachment Coupler Remove and Install
      • Attachment Coupler Cylinder Remove and Install
      • Attachment Coupler Cylinder Disassemble and Assemble
    • Control Linkage
      • Loader Control Valve Linkage Remove and Install—Two Function
      • Manual Third Function Loader Control Valve Linkage Remove and In
      • Stabilizer Linkage Remove and Install
      • Loader Bucket Cylinder Linkage Remove and Install
      • Loader Bucket Self-Leveling Linkage and Return-to-Dig Switch Adj
    • Hydraulic System
      • Loader and Stabilizer Control Valve Remove and Install
      • Loader and Stabilizer Control Valve Disassemble and Assemble
      • Loader and Stabilizer Control Valve Relief Valves Remove and Ins
      • Loader Boom Anticavitation Valve Disassemble and Assemble
      • Loader Boom Raise and Bucket Curl Circuit Relief Valve Disassemb
      • Loader Bucket Dump Circuit Relief Valve With Anticavitation Disa
      • Loader Auxiliary Circuit Relief Valve Disassemble and Assemble
      • Loader Auxiliary Shutoff Plug Disassemble and Assemble
      • Loader Boom Cylinder Remove and Install
      • Loader Boom Cylinder Disassemble and Assemble
      • Loader Bucket Cylinder Remove and Install
      • Loader Bucket Cylinder Disassemble and Assemble
      • Loader Multi-Purpose Bucket Cylinder Disassemble and Assemble
      • Ride Control Valve Remove and Install
      • Ride Control Valve Disassemble and Assemble
      • Ride Control Valve Solenoid Disassemble and Assemble
      • Ride Control Accumulator Remove and Install
  • Backhoe
    • Bucket
      • Backhoe Bucket and Bucket Links Remove and Install
      • Backhoe Bucket Tooth Tips Remove and Install
      • Bucket Tooth Shank Remove and Install
      • Backhoe Bucket Cutting Edge Remove and Install
    • Control Linkage
      • Backhoe Control Valve Linkage Remove and Install—Two Lever
      • Backhoe Control Valve Linkage Disassemble and Assemble—Two Lever
      • Backhoe Auxiliary Pedal Remove and Install—Fifth and Sixth Funct
      • Backhoe Auxiliary Pedal Disassemble and Assemble—Fifth and Sixth
      • Backhoe Pilot Control Valve Remove and Install
      • Backhoe Pilot Control Valve Disassemble and Assemble
      • Backhoe Pilot Control Tower Remove and Install
      • Backhoe Pilot Control Tower Disassemble and Assemble
    • Frames
      • Dipperstick Remove and Install
      • Backhoe Boom Remove and Install
      • Swing Frame Remove and Install
      • Dipperstick Extension Remove and Install
      • Sideshift Frame Remove and Install
    • Hydraulic System
      • Backhoe Control Valve Remove and Install
      • Backhoe Control Valve Disassemble and Assemble
      • Backhoe Control Valve Spool Seals Remove and Install
      • Backhoe Control Valve Relief Valves Remove and Install
      • Backhoe Inlet Section Disassemble and Assemble
      • Backhoe Boom Section Disassemble and Assemble
      • Backhoe Bucket Section Disassemble and Assemble
      • Backhoe Crowd Section Disassemble and Assemble
      • Backhoe Swing Section Disassemble and Assemble
      • Backhoe Auxiliary Section Disassemble and Assemble—If Equipped
      • Backhoe Auxiliary Selective Flow Control Section Disassemble and
      • Backhoe Boom Cylinder Remove and Install
      • Backhoe Boom Cylinder Disassemble and Assemble
      • Backhoe Bucket Cylinder Remove and Install
      • Backhoe Bucket Cylinder Disassemble and Assemble
      • Backhoe Crowd Cylinder Remove and Install
      • Backhoe Crowd Cylinder Disassemble and Assemble
      • Backhoe Stabilizer Cylinder Remove and Install
      • Backhoe Stabilizer Cylinder Disassemble and Assemble
      • Backhoe Swing Cylinder Remove and Install
      • Backhoe Swing Cylinder Disassemble and Assemble
      • Backhoe Extendable Dipperstick Cylinder Remove and Install
      • Backhoe Extendable Dipperstick Cylinder Disassemble and Assemble
      • Backhoe Boom Lock Cylinder Remove and Install
      • Backhoe Boom Lock Valve Remove and Install
      • Backhoe Sideshift Lock Valve Remove and Install
      • Backhoe Sideshift Lock Valve Disassemble and Assemble
      • Backhoe Sideshift Lock Piston and Bushing Remove and Install
  • Grapple
    • Backhoe Hydraulic Thumb
      • Hydraulic Thumb Remove and Install—If Equipped
    • Backhoe Hydraulic Thumb Cylinder
      • Hydraulic Thumb Cylinder Remove and Install—If Equipped
      • Hydraulic Thumb Cylinder Disassemble and Assemble—If Equipped
  • Dealer Fabricated Tools
    • Dealer Fabricated Tools
      • DFRW20 Compressor Holding Fixture
      • DFT1101 Cab and ROPS Lift Bracket
      • DFT1285 Engine Support Bracket
      • DFT1286 Backlash Measurement Tool
      • DFT1163 MFWD Snap Ring Removal and Installation Tool
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