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How to Use Existing Guidance Tracks on Your John Deere Gen 4 Display

Mastering Field Navigation with Guidance Tracks

This help article guides you through the process of setting up and using existing guidance tracks on your John Deere Generation 4 Display. Guidance tracks help maintain precise, straight rows while working in the field, improving both efficiency and accuracy. Whether you are preparing your equipment for planting, spraying, or harvesting, following these instructions will help you make the most of your guidance system.

What Are Guidance Tracks?

  • Guidance tracks are pre-defined paths stored in your display that your equipment can follow using AutoTrac.

  • They help keep tractor or implement passes straight and consistent across your field.

Getting Started: Selecting Your Field

  1. From the home screen, tap the Setup button.

  2. Select your field using Field Detection—the display will show nearby fields to choose from.

  3. Confirm your selection. Your tractor’s position will be shown on the map, relative to the selected field boundary (purple line).

Tip: When you change fields on a Gen 4 display, your previously selected guidance line remains active until you choose a new one.

Choosing an Existing Guidance Track

  1. Go to the Guidance menu.

  2. Tap Set Track.

  3. Your current track will be listed at the top of the page.

  4. Below, you’ll see all available guidance tracks for the selected field.

  5. Tap the track you want to use.

    • Example: To begin with “East End Rows,” tap that track. The display shows where your tractor is relative to the track, including A/B points if applicable.

Sorting and Filtering Guidance Tracks

  • Use sort options to view tracks by:

    • Distance from tractor

    • Track name

    • Date modified

  • Use filters to show tracks:

    • Only from the field you’re currently working in

Sorting by “nearest” helps quickly find tracks closest to your tractor, streamlining setup in busy fields.

Viewing Track Details

  • Selected track displays:

    • Location of A and B points

    • Headings of the lines

    • Distance from the tractor to the track (e.g., 16.6ft or 25.6ft away)

    • Map visualization of field boundary and tracks for reference

Engaging AutoTrac with a Track

  1. Once the desired track is selected, navigate to the main run page.

  2. Ensure the A/B lines are visible and properly positioned.

  3. Press the AutoTrac button to enable automated steering.

  4. Begin driving; the system keeps your pass straight along the selected track.

Note: You may need to shift the tractor slightly to align with the guidance track before engaging AutoTrac.

Using the Swap Track Feature

  • The Swap Track button allows quick transitions between stored guidance lines.

    • Easily toggle between “North Long Rows,” “East End Rows,” “West End Rows,” and “South Long Rows.”

    • Helps when working a field with multiple tracks for different passes or crop rows.

Example Workflow

  1. Select your field via Setup.

  2. Go to Guidance > Set Track.

  3. Filter and sort tracks; select the closest or most relevant.

  4. Check tractor alignment and press AutoTrac.

  5. Use Swap Track to change lines when moving to a different area in the field.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why can’t I see certain tracks?

  • Tracks are filtered by field. Confirm you're in the correct field and filter settings allow the track to be shown.

Q: Can I customize sorting?

  • Yes. Sort by distance, name, or modification date for easy access.

Q: When should I use Swap Track?

  • Use this when you need to quickly change between guidance lines, such as finishing end rows and moving to long rows.