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John Deere 1023E Troubleshooting

The John Deere 1023E is a 4WD sub-compact utility tractor. This model was manufactured from 2011 to 2021. The John Deere 1023E tractor is powered by 55.1 cu.in (899 cc) Yanmar 3TNM72 vertical inline 3-cylinder indirect injection diesel engine with a rated power of 23.5 hp (17.5 kW), or 60.6 cu.in (993 cc) Yanmar 3TNM74F vertical 3-cylinder indirect injection liquid-cooled diesel engine with a rated power of 23.9 hp (17.8 kW).

The John Deere 1023E has a 2-range hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse gears. Max. travel speed (forward/reverse): 9.1 mph (14.5 km/h). The open center hydraulic system used a gear pump with rated fluid flow of 3.5 gpm (13.3 lpm). The hydraulic system pressure is 148 bar (2150 psi). The JD 1023E is equipped with a power steering system, wet disc brakes, 18x8.50-10 front tires, and 26x12.00-12 rear tires. The wheelbase is 57" (1450 mm).

The tractor is compatible with the following attachments: 54" or 60" mid-mount 3-blade AutoConnect mower decks, 47" or 54" front-mount snowblowers, 54" front-mount blade, John Deere D120 front-end loader with lift capacity to full height of 825 lbs (374 kg), John Deere H120 front-end loader with lift capacity to full height of 836 lbs (380 kg), and John Deere 260 backhoe with 2-ft flat digging depth of 72" (1820 mm).

Engine Troubleshooting
Engine won't start or hard to start
Fuel filter is dirty - Service the filter
Fuel is not supplied from the tank to the system - Check the fuel shut-off valve
Air in fuel system - Air-bleed fuel system
Fuel injectors are defective or dirty - Service or change fuel injectors
Fuel injection pump failure - Rebuild or install a new injection pump
Engine has low compression - Check and change damaged parts
Engine shuts off while driving
Engine is cold - Warm up engine as required
Air in fuel system - Air-bleed fuel system
Irregular fuel injection - Adjust fuel injection timing
Fuel filter is dirty - Clean or replace the filter
Clogged or damaged injectors - Service or change fuel injectors
Diesel starts but then stalls
Fuel injection pump timing is incorrect - Fuel pump timing settings need to be corrected
Fuel filter is clogged - Service the filter
Fuel injector nozzles are faulty - Inspect injector nozzles and change if required
Damaged fuel injection pump - Repair or replace injection pump
Clogged air cleaner - Service or change air cleaner
Engine stops when idling
Low idle speed set incorrectly - Adjust low idling as recommended
Faulty fuel injection pump - Replacement or repair required
Clogged or damaged injector nozzles - Replace fuel injector nozzles
Excessive valve clearance - Correct valve clearance needs to be set
Engine is overheated
Engine has a lack of coolant - Fill the cooling system. Any leaks must be repaired
Cooling system parts are worn or system is clogged - Change faulty components or flush the cooling system
Insufficient engine oil - Check oil level and add oil as required
Fan belt is worn or belt tension is improper - Change or adjust belt tension correctly
Defective thermostat - Install new thermostat
Loss of engine power
Clogged fuel injectors - Service or change fuel injectors
Insufficient fuel injection pressure - Repair or replace injection pump
Air filter is dirty - Replace or clean the air filter element
Oil filter clogging - Replace or clean engine oil filter element
Engine is running overloaded - Reduce the load or operate the tractor in lower gears
The valve clearance is incorrect - Adjust to proper valve clearance
Incorrect low idle setting - Test and adjust
Clogged fuel hoses or pipes - Fuel hoses and pipes must be clean
Low engine compression: Valves are damaged or leaking - Replace the valves
Engine noise or knocking
Fuel injection pump out of timing - Check and correct settings
Fuel injector nozzles are dirty - Change or clean injector nozzles
Engine oil level is insufficient - Fill the crankcase with engine oil
Engine has not warmed up to the recommended temperature - Warm up the engine
Crankshaft or main bearings failure - Crankshaft or bearings need to be replaced
Piston rings are damaged or broken - Have piston rings replaced
Loose flywheel screws - Inspect the flywheel screws and tighten securely
Excessive oil consumption
Oil leaks: Gaskets or seals can be faulty - Replace to repair leaks
Oil viscosity is wrong - Use oil of correct viscosity
Damaged or seized piston rings - Install new piston rings
Worn valve guides and valve stems - Valves need to be changed
Worn pistons or cylinder liners - Check liners and pistons, change as required


Electrical System Troubleshooting
Battery does not charge
Battery is worn - Use a new battery
Bad battery electrical wire harness - Check wires for malfunctions, repair or replace
Loose or corroded battery terminals and cables - Tighten or clean cables and terminals
Improper belt tension adjustment or damaged belt - Change belt or correctly adjust belt tension
Starter cranks slow
Low battery power - Battery is drained, recharge it
Battery won’t hold charge - Service battery or replace it
Bad battery cable harness - Inspect cables for malfunctions, repair or change
Battery terminals and cables are corroded or loose - Service or tighten battery cables and terminals
Starter is not cranking
Low battery voltage - Battery needs to be recharged
Drained or defective battery - Recharge or replace battery
Starter motor failure - Replace or repair starter
Incorrectly connected or disconnected wires - Check battery wires and connect correctly

Hydrostatic Transmission Troubleshooting
Hydrostatic transmission is making noise
Transmission oil level is too low or oil is dirty - Pour fresh oil or add oil to proper level
Worn or misadjusted speed control rod linkage - Replace rod linkage or adjust correctly
Damaged relief valve - Replace valve as required
Excessive loading - Reduce the load is required
Transmission components are worn or damaged - Replace or repair worn components
Transmission fluid overheated
Oil level is low - Check transmission oil level and add oil as required
Transmission fluid filter element is dirty - Replace or clean transmission fluid filter
Cooling components are plugged or defective - Check all cooling components and change or repair if required
Excessive transmission load - Reduce the load is required
Loss of power
Insufficient oil supply - Add transmission oil as required
Charge pressure is insufficient - Test charge pressure
Relief valve is worn or defective - Replace relief valve
Transmission oil leakage
Gaskets or seals are defective Replace worn seal or gaskets
High pressure inside the transmission housing - Replace defective components
Plugged oil drain pipe - Service or change drain pipe


Hydraulics Troubleshooting
Hydraulic system is overheated
Incorrect hydraulic system pressure setting - Change the pressure settings
Faulty or incorrectly adjusted main relief valve - Adjust the valve or replace if necessary
Hydraulic oil is contaminated - Fill up with fresh hydraulic oil
Air in hydraulic system - Inspect the pump seals, suction pipe, and fittings
Hydraulic fluid pressure is low
Hydraulic oil level is insufficient - Add oil to the hydraulic system
Hydraulic oil filter is dirty - Clean or change hydraulic filter
Hydraulic pump is faulty - Check the pump performance and replace it if required
Faulty or incorrect setting hydraulic spool valve - Replace or set correctly
Hydraulic cylinder failure - Inspect the hydraulic cylinder parts for damage or wear and replace if required
Hydraulic piping leaks - Detect leaks in the system and fix it
3-point hitch raises slowly or won't raise
Not enough hydraulic fluid in the system - Fill the hydraulic system with oil
Cold fluid in hydraulic system - Wait for fluid to warm up
Hydraulic oil filter element is dirty - Change hydraulic filter element or clean if necessary
Hydraulic pump malfunction - Flow-rate hydraulic pump and replace pump if necessary
Main relief valve is defective or unadjusted - Replace or set up the relief valve
Hydraulic spool valve is defective or set improper - Adjust properly or replace
Broken hydraulic cylinder - Check the hydraulic cylinder parts for damage or wear and replace if necessary
Damaged or loose suction line - Tighten or change
3-point hitch lowers slowly or won't lower
Hydraulic control valve block is defective or set improper - Set properly or replace
Hydraulic cylinder is faulty - Inspect the hydraulic cylinder parts for damage or wear and replace if required
Worn hitch rock shaft - Install a new shaft
The hitch is defective if there is internal mechanical damage - Change defective or worn hitch parts
Jerky lowering or lifting of the hitch
Air enters in hydraulic system - Check the suction pipe, fittings, and pump seals
Hydraulic oil is contaminated - Fill up with fresh hydraulic oil
Hydraulic pump not working - Check pump performance and change it if necessary
Faulty or incorrect setting hydraulic spool valve - Adjust correctly or replace
Hydraulic cylinder is not working - Check the hydraulic cylinder parts for damage or wear and replace if necessary

Steering System Troubleshooting
Steering is stiff
Steering column is damaged or improperly mounted - Replace the steering column or mount it properly
Air trapped in the steering system - Bleed the system of air
Toe-in adjustment is incorrect - Adjust toe-in wheels properly
Tire pressure is not correct - Check tire pressure and inflate as required
Steering pump not working - Steering pump needs to be replaced or repaired
Faulty or worn power steering valve - Repair or replace the steering valve
Stuck or malfunctioning relief valve - Service or replace the relief valve
Low steering fluid level - Fill the steering system with fluid
Oil leaks in the steering system - Tighten the steering pipe and hose joints
Steering wheel has too much free-play
Steering column coupling or shaft has maximum wear - Change faulty component
Power steering valve is damaged or worn - Inspect and replace as required
Steering pump failure - Check the steering pump and replace if necessary
Worn or faulty steering linkage or tie-rod ends - Change failed component
Tractor is pulling to left or right
Improper tire pressure - Check the pressure and inflate tires as required
Improper toe-in adjustment - Adjust toe-in correctly
Worn or faulty steering tie-rod ends or linkage - Change damaged part
Power steering valve is defective or worn - Inspect and replace as required
Defective steering cylinder - Repair or change steering cylinder
Incorrectly adjusted or damaged front hub bearings - Adjust properly or replace bearings

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