Diesel Engine Oil

FX100137-UN-25SEP97

Use oil viscosity based on the expected air temperature range during the period between oil changes.

The following oil is recommended for 500-hour oil changes:

John Deere PLUS-50®

Other oils may be used if they meet one or more of the following:

• ACEA E5
• ACEA E4

If none of the available oil types meet these specifications, reduce the intervals at which oil is changed to 250 hours.

In this case, John Deere TORQ-GARD SUPREME® is recommended. Other oils may be used if they meet one or more of the following:

• API CG-4
• API CF-4
• ACEA E3
• ACEA E2

Multi-viscosity diesel engine oils are preferred.

If diesel fuel with sulfur content greater than 0.5% is used, reduce the service interval by 50% also.