Engine Break-In Oil
New engines are filled at the factory with John Deere ENGINE BREAK-IN OIL. During the break-in period, add John Deere ENGINE BREAK-IN OIL as needed to maintain the specified oil level.
Change the oil and filter after the first 100 hours of operation of a new or rebuilt engine.
If engine has been under light load during the first 100 hours of operation, continue to use ENGINE BREAK-IN OIL for the first 2-3 oil changes.
If John Deere ENGINE BREAK-IN OIL is not available, use a diesel engine oil with oil viscosity based on the expected air temperature range, and meeting one of the following:
IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT: These oils are not ENGINE BREAK-IN OIL's and should only be used as a last resort to maintain the specified oil level. Change the filter and oil at the first opportunity and refill with John Deere ENGINE BREAK-IN OIL to continue the break-in period.
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API Service Classification CG-4
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API Service Classification CF-4
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ACEA Specification E3
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ACEA Specification E2
After the break-in period, use John Deere PLUS-50
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oil or other diesel engine oil as recommended in this manual.
IMPORTANT:
Do not use John Deere PLUS-50
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oil or engine oils meeting API CG4 or API CF4 during the first 100 hours of operation of a new or rebuilt engine. These oils will not allow the engine to break-in properly.
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