John Deere GT242, GT262, GT275 Lawn and Garden Tractors Technical Manual TM1582

Technical Scope and Service Data

• Covers 1988–1997 John Deere GT242, GT262, and GT275 lawn and garden tractors, including gear and hydrostatic transmission variants
• Official John Deere technical manual P/N TM1582, dated 15JUL97, replacing earlier 1994 and 1992 editions
• Contains 429 pages of technical specifications, diagnostic flow charts, and component identification diagrams
• File link appears in your order confirmation straight away
• OCR text layer lets you jump to a torque spec by keyword
• This 1997 revision includes updated technical specifications for the FC420V and FC540V engine series not found in the earlier 1992 edition

Engine and Systems Coverage

The John Deere GT242, GT262, and GT275 service manual documents the complete range of maintenance and overhaul data required for the Kawasaki FC420V and FC540V engine series. Technical chapters detail the internal componentry including cylinder head assembly, piston and connecting rod tolerances, and cam shaft inspection. The documentation provides a logical flow from troubleshooting charts for hard-starting and erratic running symptoms to component-specific theory of operation for the lubrication and cooling systems.

Specification Highlights

Engine repair specifications for the GT242/GT262/GT275 series include multi-stage cylinder head bolt torque values, with a final stage of 52 Nm (456 lb-in.). Valve clearance is specified at 0.15 mm (0.006 in.) for cold engine conditions. Electrical references such as battery reserve capacity at 38 minutes and a 295 amp cold cranking rating are provided for the standard 12-volt system. Fluid capacities for the hydrostatic transmission are listed at 4.3 liters (4.7 qt.) for the GT275 model. All service data shown here is for reference only — qualified technicians and the original OEM documentation remain the authoritative source for any hands-on work. This 429-page John Deere technical manual provides the essential specifications, theory of operation, and repair procedures for the 1988–1997 GT242, GT262, and GT275 lawn and garden tractors.