John Deere 550B Crawler Dozer, 555B Crawler Loader Technical Service Repair Manual TM1331 - PDF Download

Download - 550B Crawler Dozer, 555B Loader Technical Service Repair Manual TM1331 PDF

The John Deere 550B Crawler Dozer and 555B Crawler Loader Technical Service Repair Manual TM1331 is the complete factory repair reference for both of these John Deere B-Series crawler models — 1058 pages of detailed factory repair procedures, precise engineering specifications, complete hydraulic schematics, full electrical wiring diagrams, and comprehensive component overhaul guidance covering every repairable system on the 550B and 555B in a single authoritative factory document.

Whether the job is a full engine overhaul, a final drive rebuild, a hydraulic pump overhaul, a steering clutch and brake overhaul, a track frame and undercarriage teardown, a dozer blade cylinder overhaul on the 550B, a loader arm and bucket cylinder overhaul on the 555B, a transmission overhaul, a torque converter rebuild, a control valve overhaul, a ripper attachment repair on the 550B, an electrical system diagnosis, or a complete undercarriage component overhaul including front idler, track rollers, carrier rollers, and recoil spring service — TM1331 has the correct factory repair procedure for every job on both John Deere B-Series crawler models across 1058 comprehensive pages.

This is not a generic crawler dozer or crawler loader repair guide or a third-party reference assembled from secondary sources. TM1331 is the original technical service repair manual written and published directly by John Deere for the 550B Crawler Dozer and 555B Crawler Loader. Every torque specification, component clearance, hydraulic pressure value, bearing preload setting, seal installation procedure, wear limit specification, steering clutch and brake adjustment specification, final drive oil specification, undercarriage wear limit, and repair step comes straight from John Deere factory data — making it the most accurate and dependable repair resource available for both B-Series crawler models in a single 1058-page factory reference.

Built for the 550B Crawler Dozer and 555B Crawler Loader

The John Deere 550B and 555B are B-Series heavy-duty crawler machines representing John Deere's proven crawler platform engineered for demanding earthmoving, construction grading, land clearing, road building, and material handling work in terrain and conditions where wheeled machines cannot operate productively.

The 550B is a purpose-built crawler dozer configured with a front-mounted dozer blade for pushing, spreading, and grading earth, rock, and bulk materials. The 550B delivers excellent pushing force, productive blade capacity, and reliable performance across the full range of dozer applications — from rough cut earthmoving and land clearing through to finish grading and precision surface work. Where ripper attachments are fitted, the 550B is equally capable of ripping hard ground, compacted fill, and soft rock before dozing operations. TM1331 covers every repair procedure for all 550B dozer and ripper configurations in complete factory detail.

550B, 555B Manual Details:

PDF File Size : 123 MB
Total pages : 1058
Document Number: TM1331 
Model : 550B Crawler Dozer, 555B Crawler Loader
Format: PDF Digital Download
Manual Language: English
Supported Devices : PC, Mac, iOS, Android
Publication Date : AUG-87
Delivery : Instant access after purchase
File Format : PDF — Downloadable

What's Inside TM1331 - Manual Contents:

SECTION I- GENERAL INFORMATION
Group Introduction and Safety Information 
Group II General Specifications
Group III - Torque Specifications Chart
for Cap Screws and Hydraulic Fittings
Group IV Lubrication
SECTION 01
Group 0130
TRACKS
Track Systems
Track Chain, Track frame, Track Carrier
Roller, Front Idler, Track Roller and Track Adjuster
SECTION 02 AXLES AND SUSPENSION SYSTEMS
Group 0250 Axle Shaft, Bearings, and Re-
SECTION 03
duction Gears
Final Drive, Steering Clutch, Brake Band,
Steering Clutch Housing and Linkage
TRANSMISSION
Group 0315- Controls
Group 0350
Gears, Shafts, Bearings, Power Shift Clutch, and Torque Converter
Group 0360 Hydraulic System
Oil Pump, Transmission Control Valve, Selector Valve, Oil Filter
SECTION 04 - ENGINE
Group 0400- Removal and Installation
Group 0401 - Crankshaft and Main Bearings
Group 0402
Group 0403
Group 0404
Camshaft and Valve Actuating
Means
Connecting Rods and Pistons
Cylinder Block (Liners)
Group 0407 - Engine Oiling System
Group 0409
Group 0410
Group 0413
Group 0415
Group 0416
Cylinder Head and Valves
Exhaust Manifold
Fuel Injection System
Engine Balancer
Turbocharger
Group 0417 - Water Pump
Group 0418 Thermostats, Housing and Piping
Group 0419 - Engine Oil Cooler
Group 0420- Fuel Filter
Group 0421 - Fuel Transfer Pump
Group 0422
Group 0433
SECTION 05
Group 0505
Group 0510
Starting System
Flywheel, Housing and Fasteners
ENGINE AUXILIARY
SYSTEMS
Cold Weather Starting Aids
Cooling Systems
Group 0515 - Speed Controls
Group 0560
SECTION 06
Group 0651
External Fuel Supply Systems
TORQUE CONVERTER
Converter, Turbine, Gears, and
Shafts (See Group 0350)

FAQ: 550B Crawler Dozer, 555B Loader (TM1331)

Q: Does TM1331 cover both the 550B Crawler Dozer and the 555B Crawler Loader?
Yes. TM1331 covers both the John Deere 550B Crawler Dozer and the 555B Crawler Loader in complete factory repair detail across all 1058 pages. All shared drivetrain systems are covered for both models, with all 550B dozer blade and ripper attachment-specific repair procedures and all 555B loader arm and bucket attachment-specific repair procedures documented as separate sections throughout the manual.

Q: How many pages does TM1331 contain?
TM1331 contains 1058 pages of complete factory repair information covering every repairable system on both the 550B and 555B including engine, transmission, torque converter, steering clutches and brakes, final drives, hydraulic pumps, all control valves, all cylinders, complete undercarriage overhaul, 550B dozer and ripper systems, 555B loader systems, and complete electrical wiring diagrams for both models.

Q: Is this the official John Deere factory repair manual?
Yes. TM1331 is the original technical service repair manual written and published directly by John Deere. All repair procedures, torque specifications, hydraulic values, steering clutch and brake adjustment specifications, undercarriage wear limits, and wiring diagrams are factory-accurate John Deere engineering data.

Q: What format is it and when will I receive it?
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