Most john deere dealers will be happy to help you. Companies want you to have the manual because they also contain safety information
Where Can I Find A Free Repair Manual For A John Deere Model 185 Lawn Tractor?
Well you can try to ask some one who has it or go to any tractor related forum and ask their admin for help or you can get it from any John Deere tractor service manual auction site like jensales.com