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John Deere 6466T Engine Engine

The John Deere 6466T is a 6-cylinder engine rated at 2200 rpm, producing up to 118 kW. It powers generator sets from John Deere.

Also known as: John Deere 6466T

6
Cylinders
2200 rpm
Rated speed
118 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Cylinders6
Rated speed2200 rpm
Gross power118 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

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Troubleshooting

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Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Engine Hard to Start or Will Not StartImproper Starting Procedure, No fuel, Low battery output, Excessive resistance in starting circuit, Fuel shut-off not operating (6466D), Crankcase oil too heavy, Improper type of fuel, Water, dirt, or air in fuel system, Clogged fuel filter, Dirty or faulty fuel injection nozzles, Clogged air cleanerCheck electrolyte level and specific gravity of each battery. Page 22 and 23., Clean and tighten all connections on batteries and starter. Page 22., Turn on key switch. Check for audible click at injection pump. If not corrected see your dealer., Use oil of proper viscosity. Page 10., Consult fuel supplier and use proper type of fuel for operating Conditions. Page 9., Drain, flush, fill and bleed system. Page 19., Replace filter element. Page 18., Have your John Deere deaier check the fuel injection nozzles., Clean air cleaner. Page 13.
Engine Runs Irregularly or Stalls FrequentlyLow coolant temperature, Clogged fuel filter, Water, dirt, or air in fuel system, Dirty or faulty fuel injection nozzlesRemove and check thermostat., Replace filter element. Page 18., Drain, flush, fill and bleed ‘system. Page 19., Have your John Deere dealer check the fuel injec- tion

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this engine’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.

Common problems

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  • Engine Runs Irregularly or Stalls Frequently
    Cause: Low coolant temperature, Clogged fuel filter, Water, dirt, or air in fuel system, Dirty or faulty fuel injection nozzles
    Fix: Remove and check thermostat., Replace filter element. Page 18., Drain, flush, fill and bleed ‘system. Page 19., Have your John Deere dealer check the fuel injec- tion
  • Engine Hard to Start or Will Not Start
    Cause: Improper Starting Procedure, No fuel, Low battery output, Excessive resistance in starting circuit, Fuel shut-off not operating (6466D), Crankcase oil too heavy, Improper type of fuel, Water, dirt, or air in fuel system, Clogged fuel filter, Dirty or faulty fuel injection nozzles, Clogged air cleaner
    Fix: Check electrolyte level and specific gravity of each battery. Page 22 and 23., Clean and tighten all connections on batteries and starter. Page 22., Turn on key switch. Check for audible click at injection pump. If not corrected see your dealer., Use oil of proper viscosity. Page 10., Consult fuel supplier and use proper type of fuel for operating Conditions. Page 9., Drain, flush, fill and bleed system. Page 19., Replace filter element. Page 18., Have your John Deere deaier check the fuel injection nozzles., Clean air cleaner. Page 13.

Compiled from service & troubleshooting documentation across every generator set that uses the John Deere 6466T.

Aftermarket parts that fit this engine

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Parts listed by aftermarket suppliers as fitting this engine — leads compiled from supplier catalogs; verify the exact part for your serial number.

Also used in

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  • John Deere 1188 SII HYDRO/4 — Combine
  • John Deere 4250 — Tractor
  • John Deere 4440 — Tractor
  • John Deere 4450 — Tractor
  • John Deere 6620 — Combine
  • John Deere 690C — Excavator
  • John Deere 740A — Skidder
  • John Deere 743 — Feller Buncher
  • John Deere 755B — Loader Tracked
  • John Deere 772B — Grader
  • John Deere 9940 — Cotton Picker

Other equipment known to use this engine, via filter-application cross-reference — useful for sourcing parts even when your exact machine isn't listed elsewhere on this page.

Common questions

Which generators use the John Deere 6466T engine?

The John Deere 6466T powers 1 generator set(s), including John Deere 6466T.

What is a common problem with the John Deere 6466T engine?

A commonly reported issue on generators using the John Deere 6466T is: Engine Runs Irregularly or Stalls Frequently. Cause: Low coolant temperature, Clogged fuel filter, Water, dirt, or air in fuel system, Dirty or faulty fuel injection nozzles. Fix: Remove and check thermostat., Replace filter element. Page 18., Drain, flush, fill and bleed ‘system. Page 19., Have your John Deere dealer check the fuel injec- tion.