5093E 4wd shifter problem

1Lawman · Jul 9, 2015

My 2012 5093E is very difficult to shift OUT of 4 WD..Any ideas?

sunnyside360 · Jul 9, 2015

Best way to shift out of 4wd is to put light pressure on the lever while slightly turning front wheels either left or right and back to straight while moving slowly.
Another way is to stop and reverse direction of travel while putting light pressure on the 4wd lever. All tractors I've owned (green, orange, red) along with jeeps and trucks have worked this way. Give it a try.

whis · Jul 9, 2015

if you have a loader lift front end a little it will come out easy, if it has just started doing it might check air pressure in the tires one could be low causing it to bind a little

beenthere · Jul 10, 2015

When mine winds a little tight, I just keep some light pressure on the 4wd lever and back off the forward pedal quickly, comes right out. Or be ready when changing directions is a good time to shift out.

Whis... Good point on the air pressure in the tires. Will follow up on that.

Jim Timber · Jul 10, 2015

I just lean on it while rolling straight a foot or so and she pops out easy.

I was thinking about automating it with a solenoid or something, but you'd need a spring/shock in the mechanism to account for not ripping the arm off when it's sticky.

1Lawman · Jul 10, 2015

Thanks guys..You've given me several things to try...

1Lawman · Jul 10, 2015

Piece of cake! It's all technique..I was stopping to shift in and out..Works MUCH better to lean on the shifter, speed up and then slow down from slow ground speed..Slips right in and out! Thanks..

carterohk · Jul 20, 2015

Late to see this. I also have the same problem with my 2010 5093E. I shift out of 4WD by switching to a low gear, start rolling forward, and pull back on the lever.

1Lawman · Jul 21, 2015

carterohk said:
Late to see this. I also have the same problem with my 2010 5093E. I shift out of 4WD by switching to a low gear, start rolling forward, and pull back on the lever.

I suspect it's common for this tractor..Have you had any other problems? I ask because my hydraulics run hotter on this tractor than my Kubota did and I can hear a rattle from the rear..

carterohk · Jul 21, 2015

Dumb Question #329A.1(b): How do you know if the hydraulics are hot?

My main problem yesterday was that the AC worked, but was overheating the engine while bushhogging a way-too-late first cutting. So at about the hottest point of the day, I switched off the AC, the temp gauge dropped nicely, the tractor ran well for the rest of the day, but the cab became a hotbox. It was about 93 yesterday and dripping humidity in Virginia. We have had the AC compressor replaced two years ago and the engine oil is overdue for replacement. That may be related. The tractor is not in constant use.

1Lawman · Jul 21, 2015

carterohk said:
Dumb Question #329A.1(b): How do you know if the hydraulics are hot?

My main problem yesterday was that the AC worked, but was overheating the engine while bushhogging a way-too-late first cutting. So at about the hottest point of the day, I switched off the AC, the temp gauge dropped nicely, the tractor ran well for the rest of the day, but the cab became a hotbox. It was about 93 yesterday and dripping humidity in Virginia. We have had the AC compressor replaced two years ago and the engine oil is overdue for replacement. That may be related. The tractor is not in constant use.

I grab the hydraulic lines at the back of the tractor close to the hydraulic connections..Those lines are metal and get so hot I cannot hold them with a bare hand..
My tractor has been to the dealer twice for a.c. problems.

carterohk · Jul 21, 2015

I'll check that out on my metal lines. There are signs of a small leak under those lines (right side) on my right rear axle. I don't see any leaking, but the residual grime is definitely there.

I traced my AC latest overheating problem back to an operator problem. The radiator wasn't hosed off after the last mowing/baling job, which was done late. So the radiator screen was clogged with hay seed. That was hosed out this morning and my brother says that the temp gauge is behaving well. I have a love/hate relationship with my JD, but I think the feeling is mutual.

1Lawman · Jul 21, 2015

carterohk said:
I'll check that out on my metal lines. There are signs of a small leak under those lines (right side) on my right rear axle. I don't see any leaking, but the residual grime is definitely there.

I traced my AC latest overheating problem back to an operator problem. The radiator wasn't hosed off after the last mowing/baling job, which was done late. So the radiator screen was clogged with hay seed. That was hosed out this morning and my brother says that the temp gauge is behaving well. I have a love/hate relationship with my JD, but I think the feeling is mutual.

I had Kubota and loved it for many many years..I regretted trading for my 5093E but it must be growing on me as I had a chance to sell it for what I paid and didn't do it so I know what you mean...

Brown Dog · Jul 26, 2015

carterohk said:
... I shift out of 4WD by switching to a low gear ...

4wd come out much easier in
Low range A OR mid range B
As mentioned with light pressure on shifter, clutch work and / or pulling slightly forward or backward.
All technique as you said :-D

carterohk · Jul 26, 2015

1Lawman said:
I had Kubota and loved it for many many years..I regretted trading for my 5093E but it must be growing on me as I had a chance to sell it for what I paid and didn't do it so I know what you mean...

The devil you know...

Brown Dog · Jul 26, 2015

Green Tractor or go home LOL

KY Gun Geek · Jul 27, 2015

1Lawman said:
I suspect it's common for this tractor..Have you had any other problems? I ask because my hydraulics run hotter on this tractor than my Kubota did and I can hear a rattle from the rear..

Mine is a little difficult too. Haven't come to peace with a method, but I have a few more things to try now...

carterohk · Jul 29, 2015

I checked the metal hydraulic lines after doing some bush-hogging the other day and sure enough they were quite warm, although not so hot that I couldn't hold them. So what is the impact of hot hydraulics? I should change hydraulic oil more often?

Jim Timber · Jul 29, 2015

130F is normal. It'll feel warm to hot.

JD3520Turbo · Aug 1, 2015

My 4wd is hard to do as well. When I take it in and out of 4wd, I get it rolling in about B range 4th and flip the shifter into neutral and pop in out when there is no load on it. Works good for me. Mine had A/C issues as well. Had it in 3 times last summer for it. I carry a can of Freon in there all the time. now. last year, I had to charge it up before I used it every time. I think they might have finally found the leak, because this summer, it seems to be working . I also use the a/c on defrost in the winter to pull the moisture off the windows. I works much better than just heat.