Oil & Fuel Checking hydraulic oil with loader

Fred Sanford · Feb 4, 2015

I just got a JD 755 compact tractor with a loader and the hydrostatic transmission, power steering, 3pt hitch and loader all use the same hydraulic fluid. Went to check the transmission fluid level--pulled the dipstick--oil poured out--it's too full. I'm going to drain some but need to know if the loader cylinders be compressed or extended when checking the oil level? 3pt lift up or down?

arlen4720 · Feb 4, 2015

It seems that the normal procedure for virtually all makes and models, is to check with the loader on the ground, and the 3 point down.
Basically all cylinders retracted. That will prevent damage and mess from over filling.