Changing Engine Oil and Filter

NOTE: R Series Tractors are equipped with either IT4/Stage IIIB or Tier 2/Stage II engine. See Record Engine Serial Number in Identification Numbers section to determine which engine is applicable.

The initial break-in service interval of a new or rebuilt wet sleeve engine with Break-In Plus must go at least 100 hours to assure the surface mating of the rings and liners has had an opportunity to occur. The 100 hour minimum applies to all new or rebuilt engines. The maximum service interval is the same as the service interval recommendations listed in Engine Oil and Filter Service Intervals locted in section 90 of this Operator's Manual. Replace at 500 hours or annually whichever comes first. Perform oil change in accordance with Changing Engine Oil and Filter in section 104 of this Operator's Manual.