Clutch pedal on 4707

[Farmer Rob]

Does anyone here have issues with a jerky clutch on the 4707 series?Mine seems to have no play and when I lift it it jumps forward no matter where i have adjustment knob set.

 

[JWR]

I do not have a 4707 so listen more to those who do. There are definitely a couple of 4707 owners on here. HOWEVER, I had a MF 2660 delivered brand new in 2011 with a clutch that was physically not clearing the console and was hanging up partially engaged which I did not know. Eventually ruined the clutch. One problem with my 2660 at least (your's too?) is that the console is such a chore to try to get apart so you see the linkages & what the heck is going on. In your case I'd absolutely get the linkage, return springs, etc. thoroughly checked out before using it anymore. Clutch replacement is NOT cheap !

Where are you located by the way?

 

[mhuntsn]

don’t know if this may help

 

[Fishwiz]

I know this is an old thread... but I'm hoping to get lucky here.

I just got a new (2022 model year) 4707. I have been playing with the clutch calibration as described in the above video, and I'm not sure if I am getting results or not.

I find I can smoothly engage in reverse in any gear at any rpm. But in forward, the clutch pedal acts like a switch... on or off with no ability to feather it to start smoothly or to creep up close to something.

This jumpy clutch is present in forward when using the foot clutch, the shuttle lever, and the clutch button on the shift knob. All reasonably smooth in reverse.

Any other ideas besides what's in this video?

 

[Bighat!]

I know this is an old thread... but I'm hoping to get lucky here.

I just got a new (2022 model year) 4707. I have been playing with the clutch calibration as described in the above video, and I'm not sure if I am getting results or not.

I find I can smoothly engage in reverse in any gear at any rpm. But in forward, the clutch pedal acts like a switch... on or off with no ability to feather it to start smoothly or to creep up close to something.

This jumpy clutch is present in forward when using the foot clutch, the shuttle lever, and the clutch button on the shift knob. All reasonably smooth in reverse.

Any other ideas besides what's in this video?

Did you find out anything on the clutch problem you were having. I have the samething going on with 22 model 4710.

 

[Wobblin-Goblin]

My '21 4707's clutch was somewhat like a toggle switch, but I've found ways to deal with it and minimize the effects:

1. Try to use the clutch pedal only when shifting on the fly (obviously sometimes that's not possible).
2. Use the reverser lever more often, which engages the clutch a bit more smoothly.

I don't think the pedal is as bad now as it was when new (200 hours on the tractor now), but even so it's not that big of an issue. This has been a good tractor so far and is easily the most comfortable piece of equipment I've ever operated.

 

[dmann33]

Did you find out anything on the clutch problem you were having. I have the samething going on with 22 model 4710.

Same here. Reverse is fine, but forward is jerky. Did you find anything out?

 

[Bighat!]

Same here. Reverse is fine, but forward is jerky. Did you find anything out?

Just got it fixed. Simple and quick. Mine was jerky in reverse after it warmed up. I emailed a youtuber about it and also call the Agco Rep in my area the double check. They both said the same thing. Get a software update and then get the transmission and clutch recalibrated. The clutch is now as smooth as silk when backing up. Thanks to my dealer for taking care of this because I never noticed it until after I got it home warmed it up good and I bought this tractor used not new. It's a 2022 4710 cab and 12 speed trans.
I think Agco should have a bulletin sent to all dealers on how to fix this problem and address customer concerns because I've read where many people tell their story and it sounds like a lot of the dealers are not familiar with this problem and may not be familiar with how to fix it.
These new machines are high tech with all types of electrically controlled systems. A software change can change everything about the way they operate and run. These trade schools need to get busy because it's gone take some computer skills along with mechanic skills to fix these newer machines.
Anyway, hope this helps some of you out. Get the word out and post it in other forms. Christmas is over so Happy New Year.