

The John Deere S785 combine is a high-performance agricultural machine designed for efficient harvesting. This model features advanced technology for optimal grain handling and crop management, ensuring maximum productivity in the field. With robust maintenance procedures, the S785 is built for reliability and longevity in demanding farming environments.
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John Deere Combines S785
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250 Hourly Maintenance
Change Engine Oil and Filter (Tier 2/Stage II)
Style A: Engine Crankcase Top Load Oil Filter: Remove cap (A) and remove filter. Replace filter and install cap. Tighten to specification.
Style B: Engine Crankcase Oil Filter: Remove and replace oil filter (B).
Open drain (C) to remove oil.
Style A: Engine Crankcase Top Load Oil Filter Remove dipstick (D) to fill and check oil level after filling.
Style B: Engine Crankcase Oil Filter: Remove cap (E) to fill and check oil with dipstick (F) after filling.
Change Engine Oil and Filter (Final Tier 4/Stage V)
Style A: Engine Crankcase Top Load Oil Filter: Remove cap (A) and remove filter. Replace filter and install cap. Tighten to specification.
Style B: Engine Crankcase Oil Filter: Remove and replace oil filter (B).
50 Hourly Maintenance
Grease Two-Speed Four-Wheel Drive Motor Pivots
Grease Two-Wheel Drive Heavy-Duty and Extra Heavy-Duty Axle Spindle Bearings/Pivot Pins (Normal Conditions)
Grease Final Drive Outer Bearings (Normal Conditions)
Grease Variable Speed Feeder House Reverser Drive Gear Case (S760 and S770 Machines) (Normal Conditions)
Check Feeder House Reverser Gear Case Oil
Grease Variable Speed Feeder House Upper Sheaves (S760 and S770 Machines)
Check/Clean Lateral Tilt Feeder House
Cycle Separator Variable Speed Driven/Driver Sheaves
Grease Separator Variable Speed Driven/Driver Sheaves (S770 Optional, S780, S785 and S790 Machines)
As Required Maintenance
Clean/Replace Recirculating Filter
Clean/Replace Cab Fresh Air Filter
Fill Windshield Washer Reservoir
Clean Alternator Screen
Clean Moisture Sensor (If Equipped)
Clean Moisture Sensor Bypass Auger
Shut off engine, set park brake, and remove key.
Remove pins (A) and end cap (B).
Remove auger (C) from the moisture sensor bypass.
3500 Hourly / 3 Yearly Replacement
Clear all debris from area around the DEF dosing unit
Remove filter cover (A)
Remove and discard the equalizing element (B)
Insert “Black” end of the filter tool (C) into the DEF dosing unit filter (D) until a CLICK is felt or heard, indicating that the filter tool is fully engaged
Pull filter tool and DEF dosing unit filter from the DEF dosing unit. Discard DEF dosing unit filter and filter tool
Clean DEF dosing unit threads and mating surfaces with distilled water
Lubricate DEF filter O-rings with clean DEF. Carefully insert DEF dosing unit filter into the DEF dosing unit
Install new DEF dosing unit filter equalizing element into the DEF dosing unit filter
Install filter cover and tighten to specification
2000 Hourly / 3 Yearly Replacement
Clear all debris from area around the DEF dosing unit
Remove filter cover (A)
Remove and discard the equalizing element (B)
Insert “Black” end of the filter tool (C) into the DEF dosing unit filter (D) until a CLICK is felt or heard, indicating that the filter tool is fully engaged
Pull filter tool and DEF dosing unit filter from the DEF dosing unit. Discard DEF dosing unit filter and filter tool
Clean DEF dosing unit threads and mating surfaces with distilled water
Lubricate DEF filter O-rings with clean DEF. Carefully insert DEF dosing unit filter into the DEF dosing unit
Install new DEF dosing unit filter equalizing element into the DEF dosing unit filter
Install filter cover and tighten to specification
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