Fluids and Lubricants Specifications Table

Location Recommended Fluid Capacity
6081 Engine Break-in Oil (First 100 Hours) John Deere ENGINE BREAK-IN OIL
Engine oil meeting API Service Classification CE; CCMC Specification D4.
28.5 L
(30.12 qt)
6081 Engine Oil (After first 100 hours) JOHN DEERE PLUS-50 Diesel Engine Oil
Engine oil meeting API Service Classification CH-4, CG-4, CF-4; ACEA Specification E3, E2.
Choose viscosity to suit operating temperature.
28.5 L
(30.12 qt)
Swing Gearbox Oil John Deere GL-5 Lubricant
Oils meeting API Service Specification GL-5
Initial change at 100 hours then at scheduled intervals.
6.8 L
7.2 qt)
Hydraulic System
Main Reservoir
John Deere HY-GARD
Oil meeting John Deere Standard JDM J20C, J20D
Choose viscosity to suit operating temperature.

IMPORTANT: Do not mix different oils. When in doubt, contact manufacturer. Use of improper oil may void warranty.

378 L
(100 gal)
Fuel Tank ASTM. designation D-975
Below 0°C. (32°F)
No. 1-D Above 0°C. (32°F) No. 2-D
378 L
(100 gal)
Grease John Deere HD MOLY GREASE
SAE multi-purpose grease with EP performance and 3% Molybdenum Disulphide
As Required.
Engine Cooling System John Deere COOL-GARD Pre-diluted coolant.
ASTM Designation D5345 (Pre-diluted Coolant)
ASTM Designation D4985 (Coolant Concentrate)
A permanent anti-freeze mixed solution (ethylene glycol base) as a year round fill.
30.0 L
(8 gal)
Windshield Washer Fluid Tank Concentration of washer fluid and water to suit ambient temperature N/A
Air Conditioner System R-134A (CFC Free) refrigerant N/A
Air Conditioner Compressor Synthetic Compressor Oil (PAG) N/A

 

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