Diesel Engine Oil

T101239

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

The following oil is preferred:

  • John Deere PLUS-50 ®

If John Deere PLUS-50 ® engine oil and a John Deere oil filter are used, the service interval for oil and filter changes may be extended by 50 hours.

The following oil is also recommended:

  • John Deere TORQ-GARD SUPREME ®

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

  • API Service Classification CG-4
  • API Service Classificaton CF-4

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%.

PLUS-50 is a registered trademark of Deere & Company.
TORQ-GARD SUPREME is a registered trademark of Deere & Company.

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