Designed specifically for E-Series ADTs, the transmission retarder confidently slows the truck first, before service brakes are applied. Outboard wet-disc brakes in all three axles are at the ready when service brakes are needed.
Greaseless pins and bushings are used throughout except in the articulation joint and oscillation area, so only eight grease fittings need weekly attention.
Optional integrated tire-pressure/temperature-monitoring system helps boost tire life, productivity, and fuel efficiency. If pressure drops by 10 percent, a passive alarm appears on the monitor.
Typically, ash service is not necessary until the first engine overhaul thanks to condition-based regeneration that burns off excess particulate in the filter as it builds up. Additionally, John Deere provides diesel particulate filter (DPF) assurance for new FT4/Stage IV machines within the first five years or 10,000 hours, whichever comes first.