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13.5 L OEM Diesel Engines (PSS/PSL)

All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice.

OEM Engine and Drivetrain Warranty Registration
Foreword
Emissions Performance and Tampering
Engine Owner
Download Instructions
Identification Views
Trademarks

Section 01 - Record Keeping

Record Engine Serial and Model Number
Engine Option Codes
Record Aftertreatment Serial Numbers
Record Rear Power Take-Off (PTO) Serial Number (If Equipped)
Record ECU Serial Number

Section 05 - Safety

Recognize Safety Information
Understand Signal Words
Follow Safety Instructions
Replace Safety Signs
Illuminate Work Area Safely
Work in Clean Area
Use Proper Tools
Live With Safety
Prevent Machine Runaway
Handle Fuel Safely—Avoid Fires
Prepare for Emergencies
Handle Starting Fluid Safely
In Case of Fire
Handle Fluids Safely—Avoid Fires
Avoid Static Electricity Risk When Refueling
Service Machines Safely
Wear Protective Clothing
Protect Against Noise
Handling Batteries Safely
Prevent Acid Burns
Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
Install All Guards
Practice Safe Maintenance
Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating
Avoid Heating Near Pressurized Fluid Lines
Avoid High-Pressure Fluids
Do Not Open High-Pressure Fuel System
Protect Against High Pressure Spray
Prevent Battery Explosions
Avoid Hot Exhaust
Exhaust Filter Cleaning
Work In Ventilated Area
Service Cooling System Safely
Decommissioning — Proper Recycling and Disposal of Fluids and Components
EU Qualified Emergency Use — SCR Derate Override Option
US EPA Qualified Emergency Use — SCR Derate Override Option

Section 10 - Fuels, Lubricants, and Coolant

Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) — Use in Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) Equipped Engines
Storing Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank Fill Cap — Installation and Removal
Refilling Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank
Testing Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
Disposal of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
Diesel Fuel
Supplemental Diesel Fuel Additives
Lubricity of Diesel Fuel
Handling and Storing Diesel Fuel
Biodiesel Fuel
Testing Diesel Fuel
Fuel Filters
Minimizing the Effect of Cold Weather on Diesel Engines
John Deere Break-In Plus™ Engine Oil — Interim Tier 4, Final Tier 4, Stage IIIB, Stage IV, and Stage V
Diesel Engine Oil — Interim Tier 4, Final Tier 4, Stage IIIB, Stage IV, and Stage V
Diesel Engine Oil and Filter Service Intervals — Interim Tier 4, Final Tier 4, Stage IIIB, Stage IV, and Stage V— OEM Applications
Diesel Engine Oil and Filter Service Intervals
Mixing of Lubricants
Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants
Lubricant Storage
Oil Filters
Diesel Engine Coolant (engine with wet sleeve cylinder liners)
Water Quality for Mixing with Coolant Concentrate
Operating in Warm Temperature Climates
Testing Coolant Freeze Point
Disposing of Coolant

Section 15 - Instrument Panels

PV101 Instrument Panels
PV101 Diagnostic Gauge — Using
PV101 Diagnostic Gauge — Main Menu
PV101 Diagnostic Gauge — Essential Menus
DG14 Diagnostic Gauge — Using
DG14 Diagnostic Gauge — Main Menu
DG14 Diagnostic Gauge — Essential Menus
PV480 Instrument Panel
PV480 Diagnostic Gauge — Using
PV480 Diagnostic Gauge — Main Menu
PV480 Diagnostic Gauge — Essential Menus
Required Machine Stop Warning
John Deere PowerSight

Section 20 - Engine Operation

Break-In Service
Generator Set (Standby) Applications
Starting the Engine
Normal Engine Operation
Cold Weather Operation
Warming Engine
Idling Engine
Changing Engine Speed
Stopping the Engine
Using a Booster Battery or Charger
Auxiliary Gear Drive Limitations

Section 25 - Aftertreatment System

Exhaust Filter Cleaning and Maintenance
Exhaust Filter — Cleaning
Diesel Particulate Filter Maintenance and Service
Exhaust Filter — Diesel Particulate Filter Ash Handling and Disposal
Exhaust Filter — Disposal
Exhaust Filter System Overview
Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) System Overview
Diagnostic Gauge Keys and Indicators Overview
Aftertreatment Indicators Overview
Passive Regeneration
Automatic (AUTO) Exhaust Filter Cleaning
Manual/Parked Exhaust Filter Cleaning
Disable Exhaust Filter Cleaning
Exhaust Filter Service Required

Section 30 - Lubrication and Maintenance

Required Emission-Related Information
Observe Service Intervals
Use Correct Fuels, Lubricants, and Coolant
Lubrication and Maintenance Service Interval Chart

Section 35 - Lubrication & Maintenance — Daily

Daily Prestarting Checks

Section 40 - Lubrication & Maintenance — 500 Hours/12 Months

Servicing Fire Extinguisher
Servicing Battery
Changing Engine Oil and Replacing Oil Filter
Visually Inspecting Coolant Pump
Checking Open Crankcase Vent (OCV)
Checking Air Intake System
Removing and Installing Fuel Filters
Checking Belt Wear
Checking Belt Tensioner Spring Tension
Checking Cooling System
Pressure Testing Cooling System
Checking and Adjusting Engine Speeds
Checking Engine Mounts
Checking Engine Ground Connection

Section 41 - Lubrication & Maintenance — 1500 Hours/36 Months

Access DEF Tank Header
Replace Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank Header Suction Screen

Section 42 - Lubrication & Maintenance — 2000 Hours/24 Months

Checking Crankshaft Vibration Damper

Section 43 - Lubrication & Maintenance — 2000 Hours/36 Months

Checking Crankshaft Vibration Damper
Access DEF Dosing Unit
Change Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Dosing Unit Filter

Section 45 - Lubrication & Maintenance — 2500 Hours

Checking and Adjusting Engine Valve Clearance and Electronic Unit Injector Preload
Do Not Modify Fuel System

Section 61 - Lubrication & Maintenance — 4500 Hours/36 Months

Change Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) In-Line Filter

Section 55 - Lubrication & Maintenance — 6000 Hours/72 Months

Flushing and Refilling Cooling System
Testing Thermostats

Section 60 - Service As Required

Additional Service Information
Draining Water From Fuel Filters
Adding Coolant
Cleaning Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Tank
Pre-Start Cleaning Guide
Replacing Air Cleaner Filter Elements
Inspecting Primary Air Filter Element
Air Filter Element Storage
Cleaning the Exhaust Filter
Replacing Fan and Alternator Belts
Checking Fuses
Checking Electrical Wiring And Connections
Bleeding Fuel System
Checking Air Compressors (If Equipped)
Checking Refrigerant (A/C) Compressor (If Equipped)
Checking Rear Power Take-Off (PTO)
Replace Aftertreatment DEF Dosing System Coolant Filter
DEF Tank Inlet Screen — Installation
DEF Tank Inlet Screen — Removal

Section 65 - Troubleshooting

General Troubleshooting Information
Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) — Listing
Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) — Operation
Intermittent DTC Diagnostics
Engine Troubleshooting
Electrical System Layout
Precautions For Welding
13.5L Wiring Diagram 1
13.5L Wiring Diagram 2
13.5L Wiring Diagram 3
13.5L Wiring Diagram 4
13.5L Wiring Diagram 5
13.5L Wiring Diagram 6
13.5L Wiring Diagram 7
13.5 L Wiring Diagram 7A
13.5L Wiring Diagram 8
13.5 L Wiring Diagram 8A
13.5L Wiring Diagram 9
13.5L Wiring Diagram 10
13.5L Wiring Diagram 11
13.5L Wiring Diagram 12
13.5L Wiring Diagram 13

Section 70 - Storage

Engine Storage Guidelines
Preparing Engine for Long-Term Storage
Removing Engine from Long-Term Storage

Section 75 - Specifications

General OEM Engine Specifications
Engine Power and Speed Rating Specifications
Engine Crankcase Oil Fill Quantities
Unified Inch Bolt and Screw Torque Values
Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values

Section 80 - Lubrication and Maintenance Records

Using Lubrication and Maintenance Records
Daily (Prestarting) Service
500 Hours of Operation or 12 Months Service
1500 Hours of Operation or 36 Months Service
2000 Hours of Operation or 24 Months Service
2500 Hours of Operation Service
4500 Hours of Operation or Every 36 Months Service
6000 Hours of Operation or 72 Months Service
Service As Required

Section 85 - Warranty

John Deere Warranty in OEM Applications
Emissions Control System Certification Label
Carbon Dioxide Emissions (CO₂)
EPA Non-road Emissions Control Warranty Statement—Compression Ignition
CARB Non-road Emissions Control Warranty Statement—Compression Ignition
China Emission Control Warranty Statement