Within the First 100 Hours of Operation
Wheel retaining bolts
Check torque of wheel retaining bolts frequently.
Engine
The engine is filled with John Deere ENGINE BREAK-IN OIL. To break in the engine properly, comply with the following points:
- Operate the engine in the mid- to upper load range, and do not idle it for long periods of time.
- Check oil level in engine frequently.
IMPORTANT:
Top up with oil only when the level has dropped to the "ADD" mark.
NOTE:
During the break-in period a higher-than-usual oil consumption should be considered as normal.
- If necessary, top up with John Deere ENGINE BREAK-IN OIL to the "XXX" mark. If John Deere ENGINE BREAK-IN OIL is not available, use a diesel engine oil meeting one of the following:
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API Specification CE
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ACEA Specification E1
IMPORTANT:
During the first 100 hours, under NO circumstances use John Deere PLUS-50 oil or any oil that meets the following: API CH-4, API CG4, API CF4, ACEA E5, ACEA E4, ACEA E3 or ACEA E2. These oils do not satisfy the requirements for breaking in the engine.
- After the first 100 hours, use a type of oil described in the "Fuel, Lubricants, Hydraulic Oil and Coolant" section.
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