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.

After engine overhaul, fill the engine with John Deere ENGINE BREAK-IN OIL.

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, during the first 100 hours of operation:

  • API Service Classification CE
  • CCMC Specification D4

After the break-in period, use John Deere PLUS-50 ® or other diesel engine oil as recommended in this manual.

IMPORTANT: Do not use John Deere PLUS-50 ® oil or engine oils meeting API CG4, API CF4, or CCMC D5 performance levels during the first 100 hours of operation of a new or rebuilt engine. These oils will not allow the engine to break in properly.

PLUS-50 is a trademark of Deere & Company.

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