The John Deere 4045T is a 4.8 L 4-cylinder water cooled engine rated at 1800 rpm, producing up to 99.24 kW. It powers generator sets from John Deere, including the 4045, 4045TF285C, 4045TF285D and 4045TF285E.
Also known as: JOHN DEERE 4045T
| Displacement | 4.8 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Aspiration | water cooled |
| Rated speed | 1800 rpm |
| Gross power | 99 kW |
| Item | Action | Hours | Months | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fire Extinguisher | Other | 100 hr | Service | |
| PTO Clutch Shaft Bearing | Lubricate | 100 hr | ||
| PTO clutch shaft bearings | Lubricate | 100 hr | One or two shots of John Deere Multipurpose Lubricant; shaft fittings lubricated at 600 Hours/1-Year | |
| Battery | Other | 250 hr | Service | |
| Dosing element (jet fuel capable engines) | Replace | 250 hr | 12 mo | |
| Engine Oil and Filter | Change | 250 hr | First service — First change after 100 hours max, then every 250 hours; extend by 50 hrs with TORQ-GARD SUPREME PLUS-50 and JD filter | |
| Engine oil and oil filter (jet fuel capable engines) | Change | 250 hr | 12 mo | |
| Fan and alternator V-belt tension | Check | 250 hr | On engines with dual belts, check tension of front belt only | |
| Fuel filter elements (jet fuel capable engines) | Replace | 250 hr | 12 mo | |
| PTO clutch adjustment | Check | 250 hr | Measure clutch engagement force at handle grip | |
| V-Belt Tension | Check | 250 hr | ||
| Engine valve clearance | Adjust | 2000 hr | 24 mo | First service — Initial valve clearance adjustment after first 400 hours of operation on new or rebuilt engines |
| Air Intake Hoses, Connections, & System | Check | 500 hr | 12 mo | |
| Air intake hoses, connections, and system | Check | 500 hr | 12 mo | |
| Automatic belt tensioner and belt wear | Check | 500 hr | 12 mo | |
| Battery | Check | 500 hr | 12 mo | Service battery |
| Battery | Test | 500 hr | 12 mo | |
| Coolant Solution Analysis-Add SCAs | Test | 500 hr | 12 mo | |
| Coolant solution analysis — add SCAs as required | Test | 500 hr | 12 mo | |
| Cooling System | Test | 500 hr | 12 mo | Pressure test cooling system |
| Crankcase vent system | Check | 500 hr | 12 mo | |
| Engine (rated speed, 50%—70% load) | Other | 500 hr | 12 mo | Operate at rated speed with 50%-70% load minimum 30 minutes; standby generator applications may allow up to every 2 weeks |
| Engine Oil And Oil Filter | Change | 500 hr | 12 mo | First service — Only with extended drain oil pan, Plus-50 oil, approved filter, sulfur <2000 ppm |
| Engine electrical ground connection | Check | 500 hr | 12 mo | |
| Engine mounts | Check | 500 hr | 12 mo | |
| Engine speeds | Check | 500 hr | 12 mo | |
| Fire Extinguisher | Test | 500 hr | 12 mo | Standard industrial chart; also inspect at least every 6 months |
| Fuel filter elements | Replace | 500 hr | 12 mo | |
| Manual Belt Tensioner and Belt Wear | Check | 500 hr | 12 mo | |
| Air Intake Hoses | Check | 600 hr | 12 mo | |
| Air cleaner elements | Replace | 600 hr | 12 mo | Inspect and service; always replace secondary element, never clean it |
| Air intake hoses and connections | Check | 600 hr | 12 mo | Tighten hose clamps; inspect hoses for cracks |
| Air intake system | Check | 600 hr | 12 mo | Service air intake system; inspect dust unloader valve |
| Coolant solution | Test | 600 hr | 12 mo | Coolant solution analysis (COOLSCAN); add inhibitor as needed |
| Cooling system | Check | 600 hr | 12 mo | Check entire cooling system for leaks; tighten all clamps securely |
| Crankcase vent tube | Clean | 600 hr | 12 mo | Clean at shorter intervals in dusty conditions |
| Fuel filter element | Replace | 600 hr | 12 mo | Bleed fuel system after replacement |
| PTO clutch internal levers and linkage | Lubricate | 600 hr | 12 mo | Apply one shot of John Deere Multipurpose Lubricant to pivot points and release lever shaft fittings |
| Cooling system | Drain | 1200 hr | 24 mo | Flush cooling system and replace thermostats; fill with recommended clean coolant |
| Cooling system and radiator cap | Test | 1200 hr | 24 mo | Pressure test cooling system and radiator cap at 50 kPa (0.5 bar) (7 psi) |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
| Type | Item | Value | Unit | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clearance | Air cleaner neck to engine intake — overlap | 38 | mm (1.5 in.) | |
| Clearance | Assembled Rod Bearing—ID | 77.876—77.927 | mm (3.0659—3.0679 in.) | |
| Clearance | Balancer shaft end play (4-cylinder engines) | 0.05—0.26 | mm (0.002—0.010 in.) | wear limit 0.38 mm (0.015 in.) |
| Clearance | Balancer shaft journal-to-bushing oil clearance | 0.024—0.100 | mm (0.001—0.004 in.) | maximum allowable 0.15 mm (0.006 in.) |
| Clearance | Camshaft Follower Bore in Block—ID | 31.70—31.75 | mm (1.248—1.250 in.) | |
| Clearance | Camshaft Follower-to-Bore—Clearance | 0.06—0.13 | mm (0.002—0.005 in.) | |
| Clearance | Camshaft Follower—OD | 31.61—31.64 | mm (1.245—1.246 in.) | |
| Clearance | Camshaft end play | 0.08—0.23 | mm (0.003—0.009 in.) | wear limit 0.38 mm (0.015 in.) |
| Clearance | Camshaft thrust plate clearance | 0.08—0.23 | mm (0.003—0.009 in.) | wear limit 0.38 mm (0.015 in.) |
| Clearance | Connecting Rod Bearing-to-Journal (New Parts)—Oil Clearance; wear limit 0.152 mm (0.0060 in.) | 0.050—0.127 | mm (0.0020—0.0050 in.) | |
| Clearance | Connecting Rod Bore (Without Bearing Inserts)—ID | 82.677—82.703 | mm (3.2550—3.2560 in.) | |
| Clearance | Connecting Rod Bore—Maximum Permissible Out-of-Round | 0.038 | mm (0.0015 in.) | |
| Clearance | Connecting rod bearing-to-journal oil clearance (new parts 3029/4039/6059) | 0.025—0.102 | mm (0.0012—0.0040 in.) | wear limit 0.152 mm (0.0600 in.) |
| Clearance | Connecting rod bearing-to-journal oil clearance (new parts 4045/6068) | 0.050—0.127 | mm (0.0020—0.0050 in.) | wear limit 0.152 mm (0.0600 in.) |
| Clearance | Crankshaft End Play | .001" - .014" | in | |
| Clearance | Crankshaft end play (new parts, six-piece thrust bearing) | 0.025—0.35 | mm (0.001—0.014 in.) | wear limit 0.50 mm (0.020 in.) |
| Clearance | Crankshaft end play (new parts, two-piece thrust bearing) | 0.05—0.25 | mm (0.002—0.010 in.) | wear limit 0.50 mm (0.020 in.) |
| Clearance | Crankshaft main bearing-to-journal clearance | 0.025—0.102 | mm (0.0009—0.0040 in.) | |
| Clearance | Crankshaft main or rod journal maximum taper / out-of-round | 0.010 / 0.005 | mm (0.0004 / 0.0002 in.) | |
| Clearance | Crankshaft main thrust bearing-to-journal (side) oil clearance | 0.090—0.217 | mm (0.0035—0.0085 in.) | |
| Clearance | Crankshaft vibration damper — maximum radial runout | 1.50 | mm (0.060 in) | engine at operating temperature |
| Clearance | Crankshaft—End Play | 0.029—0.357 | mm (0.001—0.014 in.) | |
| Clearance | Cylinder Block Main Bearing Bore—ID | 84.455—84.481 | mm (3.3250—3.3260 in.) | |
| Clearance | Cylinder Head Flatness—Maximum Acceptable Out-of-Flat for Entire Length or Width | 0.08 | mm (0.003 in.) | |
| Clearance | Cylinder Head Flatness—Maximum Acceptable Out-of-Flat for Every 150 mm (5.90 in.) | 0.03 | mm (0.001 in.) | |
| Clearance | Cylinder Liner Protrusion | .001" - .004" | in | |
| Clearance | Cylinder Liner—Height above Block | 0.030—0.100 | mm (0.001—0.004 in.) | |
| Clearance | Cylinder Liner—ID | 106.48—106.52 | mm (4.192—4.194 in.) | |
| Clearance | Cylinder Liner—Maximum Taper | 0.05 | mm (0.002 in.) | |
| Clearance | Cylinder head flatness - maximum acceptable out-of-flat (entire length or width) | 0.08 | mm (0.003 in.) | |
| Clearance | Cylinder head flatness - maximum acceptable out-of-flat per 150 mm (5.90 in.) | 0.03 | mm (0.001 in.) | |
| Clearance | Cylinder head thickness - new | 104.87—105.13 | mm (4.129—4.139 in.) | minimum acceptable 104.24 mm (4.104 in.) |
| Clearance | Cylinder liner height above block | 0.030—0.100 | mm (0.001—0.004 in.) | maximum permissible height difference 0.05 mm (0.002 in.) |
| Clearance | Exhaust Valve Guide-to-Valve Stem (New) Clearance (four-valve) | 0.025—0.077 | mm (0.0010—0.0030 in.) | |
| Clearance | Exhaust Valve—Recess in Cylinder Head (four-valve); wear limit 1.81 mm (0.071 in.) | 0.81—1.31 | mm (0.032—0.052 in.) | |
| Clearance | Exhaust Valve—Recess in Cylinder Head (two-valve); wear limit 2.26 mm (0.089 in.) | 1.22—1.72 | mm (0.048—0.068 in.) | |
| Clearance | Exhaust valve - lift | 11.28—12.12 | mm (0.444—0.477 in.) | at 0.00 mm (in.) clearance; wear limit 10.85 mm (0.427 in.) |
| Clearance | Exhaust valve - recess in cylinder head | 1.22—1.72 | mm (0.048—0.068 in.) | worn limit 2.26 mm (0.089 in.) |
| Clearance | Flywheel housing seal bore maximum permissible run-out | 0.152 | mm (0.006 in.) | |
| Clearance | Fuel Supply Pump Push Rod Bore in Block—ID | 10.00—10.05 | mm (0.3937—0.3957 in.) | |
| Clearance | Fuel Supply Pump Push Rod—OD | 9.891—9.917 | mm (0.3894—0.3904 in.) | |
| Clearance | Fuel injection nozzle tip orifice ID | 0.27 | mm (0.0106 in.) | Naturally aspirated engines |
| Clearance | Fuel injection nozzle tip orifice ID | 0.29 | mm (0.0116 in.) | Turbocharged engines |
| Clearance | Fuel injection nozzle valve needle lift (based on zero lift) | 3/4 Turn Counterclockwise | turn | Conventional nozzle |
| Clearance | Intake Valve Guide-to-Valve Stem (New) Clearance (four-valve) | 0.012—0.064 | mm (0.0005—0.0025 in.) | |
| Clearance | Intake Valves—Recess in Cylinder Head (four-valve); wear limit 1.77 mm (0.070 in.) | 0.77—1.27 | mm (0.030—0.050 in.) | |
| Clearance | Intake Valves—Recess in Cylinder Head (two-valve); wear limit 1.63 mm (0.064 in.) | 0.61—1.11 | mm (0.024—0.044 in.) | |
| Clearance | Intake and Exhaust Valve Guide-to-Valve Stem Wear Limit (four-valve) | 0.15 | mm (0.0059 in.) | |
| Clearance | Intake and Exhaust Valves—Maximum Variation for a Pair of Valves (Per Cylinder) | 0.3 | mm (0.012 in.) | |
| Clearance | Intake valves - lift | 11.56—12.37 | mm (0.455—0.487 in.) | at 0.00 mm (in.) clearance; wear limit 11.13 mm (0.438 in.) |
| Clearance | Intake valves - recess in cylinder head | 0.61—1.11 | mm (0.024—0.044 in.) | worn limit 1.63 mm (0.064 in.) |
| Clearance | Main Bearing Bore Centerline-to-Cylinder Block Top Deck—Distance | 337.896—337.972 | mm (13.3029—13.3059 in.) | |
| Clearance | Maximum Permissible Height Difference at Nearest Point of Two Adjacent Liners, or Within a Single Liner | 0.05 | mm (0.002 in.) | |
| Clearance | Piston Pin-to-Bushing—Oil Clearance; wear limit 0.102 mm (0.0040 in.) | 0.020—0.056 | mm (0.0008—0.0022 in.) | |
| Clearance | Piston Protrusion | .003" - .012" | in | |
| Clearance | Piston Rings 4045DF, TF150 and 6068DF, TF150 No. 1 Compression—End Gap | 0.33—0.58 | mm (0.013—0.023 in.) | |
| Clearance | Piston Rings 4045TF250 and 6068TF250 No. 2 Compression—End Gap | 0.75—1.00 | mm (0.030—0.039 in.) | |
| Clearance | Piston protrusion above block deck (using JDG451 or KJD10123 gauge) | 0.08—0.31 | mm (0.003—0.012 in.) | |
| Clearance | Piston protrusion above block deck (using magnetic base dial indicator) | 0.15—0.38 | mm (0.006—0.015 in.) | |
| Clearance | Piston-to-Liner Clearance at Bottom of Piston Skirt (Naturally Aspirated Engines) | 0.08—0.14 | mm (0.003—0.005 in.) |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
| Fluid | Grade | Standard | Ambient | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coolant | 50/50 mixture of quality water and ethylene glycol concentrate (antifreeze) plus 3% (by volume) supplemental coolant additives (SCA's) | Ethylene glycol concentrate meeting ASTM D5345 (prediluted coolant) or ASTM D4985 (coolant concentrate) | John Deere Prediluted Antifreeze/Summer Coolant, John Deere Antifreeze/Summer Coolant Concentrate, John Deere Low Silicate Antifreeze, or John Deere COOL-GARD. Freeze protection limits by % concentrate: 40% = -24 C (-12 F); 50% = -37 C (-34 F); 60% = -52 C (-62 F). | ||
| Coolant | John Deere COOL-GARD II (preferred) or John Deere COOL-GARD II PG | ASTM D6210 (other coolants) | COOL-GARD II pre-mix freeze protection: 20/80 -9C(16F); 30/70 -16C(3F); 50/50 -37C(-34F); 55/45 -45C(-49F); PG 60/40 -49C(-56F); 60/40 -52C(-62F). Do not use less than 40% or greater than 60% concentrate. Coolant capacity 8.5 L (9 qt) 4045, 11.3 L (12 qt) 6068. | ||
| Coolant | John Deere COOL-GARD II / COOL-GARD II PG premix, or concentrate in 40—60% mixture | ASTM D6210; nitrite-free; 2-ethylhexanoic acid (2-EHA) free additive package | Freeze protection: COOL-GARD II 20/80 -9°C (16°F); 30/70 -16°C (3°F); 50/50 -37°C (-34°F); 55/45 -45°C (-49°F); PG 60/40 -49°C (-56°F); 60/40 -52°C (-62°F). Ethylene glycol 40% -24°C (-12°F), 50% -37°C (-34°F), 60% -52°C (-62°F); Propylene glycol 40% -21°C (-6°F), 50% -33°C (-27°F), 60% -49°C (-56°F) | ||
| Coolant | John Deere COOL-GARD Prediluted Coolant (50% ethylene glycol or 55% propylene glycol) | ASTM D6210 prediluted/concentrate; ASTM D4985 requires initial SCA charge | System filled for freeze protection to -37°C (-34°F). Do not use coolant-water mixture greater than 60% glycol. Do not mix ethylene glycol and propylene glycol base coolants. | ||
| Coolant | Supplemental coolant additive (SCA) — John Deere Liquid Coolant Conditioner | Precharge with 3% John Deere Coolant Conditioner when coolant without SCAs; do not mix brands; do not add more than recommended | |||
| Coolant | Water quality specification for mixing with coolant concentrate | Chlorides max 40 ppm (2.5 grains/US gal); Sulfates max 100 ppm (5.9); Total dissolved solids max 340 ppm (20); Total hardness max 170 ppm (10); pH 5.5—9.0 | Distilled, deionized or demineralized water recommended. Water may be used as coolant in emergency situations only. | ||
| Coolant | John Deere PREDILUTED ANTIFREEZE/SUMMER COOLANT, John Deere COOL-GARD, or John Deere ANTIFREEZE/SUMMER COOLANT CONCENTRATE (low silicate ethylene glycol + SCAs); otherwise low silicate ethylene glycol base coolant | ASTM D5345 (prediluted coolant) or ASTM D4985 (coolant concentrate) | above -52°C | 40% concentrate = -24 C (-12 F); 50% = -37 C (-34 F); 60% = -52 C (-62 F). Do not use automotive-type coolants meeting ASTM D3306 or ASTM D4656. Do not use soluble oil. Coolants meeting ASTM D5345/D4985 require an initial charge of supplemental coolant additives. | |
| Coolant | John Deere Prediluted Antifreeze/Summer Coolant, Antifreeze/Summer Coolant Concentrate, Low Silicate Antifreeze, or COOL-GARD | above 52°C | 50/50 mixture of water and ethylene glycol antifreeze plus 3% by volume SCA; 60% concentrate gives -52°C (-62°F) protection | ||
| Diesel | Diesel fuel specified to EN 590 or ASTM D975 | EN 590 / ASTM D975 | Cetane number 40 minimum, 47 preferred. CFPP at least 5C below expected lowest temperature. Fuel lubricity max scar diameter 0.52 mm (ASTM D6079/ISO 12156-1). ULSD max 15 mg/kg (15 ppm) sulfur for IT4/FT4/Stage IIIB/IV. | ||
| Engine oil | John Deere Break-In or Break-In Plus Engine Oil (SAE 10W-30) | Factory fill for new engines; drain at maximum 100 hours. Also TY22041 to make up oil during break-in. | |||
| Engine oil | John Deere ENGINE BREAK-IN OIL | Alternate: API CE, CD, CC or ACEA E2, E1 (first 100 hours) | New/rebuilt engines filled at factory with break-in oil. Do not exceed 100 hours with break-in oil. | ||
| Engine oil | John Deere ENGINE BREAK-IN OIL; if not available, API Service Classification CE or ACEA Specification E1 | API CE, ACEA E1 | Use during the first 100 hours of operation of a new or rebuilt engine. Do not use PLUS-50 or oils meeting API CG4, API CF4, ACEA E3 or ACEA E2 during break-in. | ||
| Engine oil | John Deere Engine Break-In Oil | Factory fill; drain after first 100 hours of operation; do not use TORQ-GARD SUPREME PLUS-50 during the first 100 hours of operation after an engine rebuild | |||
| Engine oil | John Deere PLUS-50 (preferred) | ACEA E5, ACEA E4; also John Deere TORQ-GARD SUPREME, API CI-4, CH-4, CG-4, CF-4, ACEA E3, E2 (Non-Certified and Tier 1 Certified Engines) | Multi-viscosity diesel engine oils are preferred. If oils meeting API CG-4, API CF-4, or ACEA E2 are used, reduce service interval by 50%. | ||
| Engine oil | John Deere PLUS-50 engine oil preferred; API Service Classification CG-4 or CF-4; ACEA Specification E3 or E2 | API CG-4, API CF-4, ACEA E3, ACEA E2 | Multi-viscosity diesel engine oils preferred. If PLUS-50 oil and a John Deere oil filter are used, the oil and filter service interval may be extended by 50%. If diesel fuel sulfur content is greater than 0.5%, reduce the service interval by 50%. | ||
| Engine oil | John Deere Plus-50 II (preferred) or John Deere Plus-50; also Torq-Gard Supreme, API CJ-4, CI-4 PLUS, CI-4, CH-4, ACEA E9, E7, E6, E5, E4 | API / ACEA | Oil viscosity chart by air temperature range: SAE 0W-40, SAE 5W-30, SAE 10W-30, SAE 10W-40, SAE 15W-40. Multi-viscosity oils preferred. Change oil and filter at least once every 12 months. | ||
| Engine oil | John Deere TORQ-GARD SUPREME PLUS-50 (preferred); TORQ-GARD SUPREME; UNI-GARD; API CE or CD | API CE / API CD / CCMC D5 / CCMC D4 | Break-in oil used for first 100 hours; do not use TORQ-GARD SUPREME PLUS-50 during first 100 hours after rebuild | ||
| Engine oil | John Deere TORQ-GARD SUPREME oil also recommended | Select oil viscosity based on the expected air temperature range during the period between oil changes. Temperature limits and service intervals apply to both conventional and synthetic oils. | |||
| Engine oil | SAE 10W-30 (break-in oil) | John Deere Break-In or John Deere Break-In Plus Engine Oil | Factory fill; change oil and filter at a maximum of 100 hours for Break-In oil | ||
| Engine oil | SAE 10W-40, 15W-40, 0W-40, 5W-40, 10W-30, 5W-30, 10W, 30, 40 (select per expected air temperature range) | John Deere Plus-50 II (preferred), Plus-50, Torq-Gard; API CK-4, CJ-4, CI-4 PLUS, CI-4; ACEA E9, E7, E6, E5, E4 | Multi-viscosity diesel engine oils preferred | ||
| Engine oil | John Deere TORQ-GARD SUPREME PLUS-50 (preferred); John Deere TORQ-GARD SUPREME; John Deere UNI-GARD; or oil meeting API CE, API CD, CCMC D5, CCMC D4 | API Service Classification CE or CD; CCMC Specification D5 or D4 | -40°C to 50°C | Use oil viscosity based on expected air temperature range. Arctic oils (MIL-L-46167B) may be used below -30 C (-22 F). If John Deere TORQ-GARD SUPREME PLUS-50 oil and a John Deere oil filter are used, oil and filter service interval may be extended by 50 hours. If diesel fuel sulfur content is greater than 0.5%, reduce engine oil and filter service interval by 50%. | |
| Fuel | EN 590 or ASTM D975 | Cetane number 40 minimum (greater than 50 preferred, especially below -20°C (-4°F) or above 1500 m (5000 ft)). Cold Filter Plugging Point below expected low temperature or Cloud Point at least 5°C (9°F) below expected low temperature. Fuel lubricity should pass minimum 3100 gram load level (BOCLE scuffing test) / ASTM D6078 or max scar diameter 0.45 mm ASTM D6079 / ISO 12156-1. Sulfur content should not exceed 0.5% (less than 0.05% preferred); DO NOT use fuel with sulfur content greater than 1.0%. Do not mix used engine oil with diesel fuel. | |||
| Fuel | 5% blend (B5) | ASTM D6751, EN 14214, or equivalent | Bio-diesel maximum allowable concentration is a 5% blend (B5) in petroleum diesel fuel. Check engine oil level daily when air temperature is -10°C (14°F) or lower. Raw pressed vegetable oils are NOT acceptable at any concentration. | ||
| Fuel | Bio-diesel fuel | ASTM D6751, EN 14214 or equivalent; up to 5% blend (B5) | Raw pressed vegetable oils are NOT acceptable. Check engine oil level daily when air temperature is -10°C (14°F) or lower. | ||
| Fuel | Diesel fuel | EN 590 or ASTM D975 | Cetane number 40 minimum (greater than 50 preferred, especially below -20 C or above 1500 m). Sulfur content should not exceed 0.5%; less than 0.05% preferred; DO NOT use fuel with sulfur content greater than 1.0%. Cold Filter Plugging Point below expected low temperature, or Cloud Point at least 5 C (9 F) below expected low temperature. Fuel lubricity should pass a minimum of 3100 gram load level by BOCLE scuffing test. Bio-diesel meeting DIN 51606 or equivalent may be used. DO NOT mix used engine oil or any other lubricant with diesel fuel. | ||
| Fuel | Diesel fuel, EN 590 or ASTM D975 (renewable diesel EN 15940 acceptable); winter grade No. 1-D below 0°C (32°F) | Cetane number min 40 (greater than 47 preferred); cloud point below expected lowest ambient; lubricity max scar diameter 0.52 mm (ASTM D6079 / ISO 12156-1) | Tier 3 / Stage IIIA: sulfur less than 1000 mg/kg (1000 ppm) recommended; 1000—2000 mg/kg reduces oil and filter change interval; DO NOT use greater than 10 000 mg/kg (10 000 ppm). DO NOT use E-Diesel (diesel and ethanol blend) | ||
| Fuel | Diesel fuel; Grade No. 1-D fuel best suited below 5 C (40 F) | Military Specification VV-F-800E preferred in North America; EN 590 in most European countries; ASTM D975 | Cetane number 40 minimum (greater than 50 preferred, especially below -20 C or above 1500 m). CFPP below expected low temperature or cloud point at least 5 C below expected low temperature. Sulfur content should not exceed 0.5% (less than 0.05% preferred); do not use diesel fuel with sulfur content greater than 1.0%. Lubricity must pass BOCLE scuffing test at 3300 gram minimum load level. | ||
| Fuel | Diesel per VV-F-800E (North America) or EN 590 (Europe); ASTM D975 minimum Cetane 40 | VV-F-800E / EN 590 / ASTM D975 | Sulfur content should not exceed 0.5%; never exceed 1.0%; reduce oil/filter interval by 50% if sulfur >0.5% | ||
| Grease | John Deere HIGH TEMPERATURE EP GREASE, John Deere MOLY HIGH TEMPERATURE EP GREASE, or John Deere GREASE-GARD | NLGI Performance Classification GC-LB | Use grease based on NLGI consistency numbers and expected air temperature range during the service interval. | ||
| Grease | John Deere SD POLYUREA GREASE (preferred) | NLGI Performance Classification GC-LB; also John Deere HD LITHIUM COMPLEX GREASE, HD WATER RESISTANT GREASE, GREASE-GARD | Consult grease supplier before mixing different types of grease. |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
| Code | Name | Meaning | Severity | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 000028-03 | Throttle Voltage High | Throttle Voltage High | Blink code 13 | |
| 000029-03 | Throttle Voltage High | Throttle Voltage High | Blink code 15 | |
| 000084-31 | Vehicle Speed Mismatch | Vehicle Speed Mismatch | ||
| 000091-03 | Throttle Voltage High | Throttle Voltage High | Blink code 11 | |
| 000094-01 | Fuel Supply Pressure Extremely Low | Fuel Supply Pressure Extremely Low (Bosch VP44) | Warning | Blink code 58 |
| 000094-03 | Fuel Supply Pressure Input Voltage High | Fuel Supply Pressure Input Voltage High (Bosch VP44) | Blink code 27 | |
| 000100-01 | Engine Oil Pressure Extremely Low | Engine Oil Pressure Extremely Low | Shutdown | Blink code 65 |
| 000107-00 | Air Filter Restricted | Air Filter Restricted | ||
| 000110-00 | Engine Coolant Temperature Extremely High | Engine Coolant Temperature Extremely High | Shutdown | Blink code 69 |
| 000111-00 | Loss of Coolant Temperature Extremely High | Loss of Coolant Temperature Extremely High | ||
| 000111-01 | Engine Coolant Level Low | Engine Coolant Level Low (Bosch VP44 / Denso HPCR) | Warning | Blink code 64 |
| 000158-17 | ECU Power Down Error | ECU Power Down Error | Blink code 54 | |
| 000174-03 | Fuel Temperature Input Voltage High | Fuel Temperature Input Voltage High | Blink code 37 | |
| 000189-00 | Engine Speed Derate | Engine Speed Derate | ||
| 000190-00 | Engine Overspeed Extreme | Engine Overspeed Extreme | Shutdown | Blink code 42 |
| 000611-03 | Electronic Injector Wiring Shorted to Power Source | Electronic Injector Wiring Shorted to Power Source (Denso HPCR) | Blink code 98 | |
| 000620-03 | Sensor Supply Voltage High | Sensor Supply Voltage High | Blink code 21 | |
| 000627-04 | ECU Unswitched Power Missing | ECU Unswitched Power Missing | Blink code 76 | |
| 000629-13 | ECU Error | ECU Error | Blink code 28/34 | |
| 000632-02 | Fuel Shutoff Error | Fuel Shutoff Error (Bosch VP44) | Blink code 37 | |
| 000636-02 | Pump Position Input Noise | Engine Position Sensor Noise Detected | ||
| 000637-02 | Crank Position Input Noise | Crank Position Input Noise | Blink code 39 | |
| 000639-13 | CAN Bus Error | CAN Bus Error | Blink code 55 | |
| 000729-03 | Inlet Air Heater Signal High | Inlet Air Heater Signal High | ||
| 000970-31 | Auxiliary Engine Shutdown Switch Active | Auxiliary Engine Shutdown Switch Active | Shutdown | Blink code 83 |
| 000971-31 | External Engine Derate Switch Active | External Engine Derate Switch Active | Warning | Blink code 84 |
| 001076-00 | Pump Control Valve Closure Too Long | Pump Control Valve Closure Too Long | Blink code 71 | |
| 001077-07 | Attempting to Fuel Without Command | Attempting to Fuel Without Command (Bosch VP44) | Blink code 35 | |
| 001078-07 | ECU/Pump Timing Moderately Out of Sync | ECU/Pump Timing Moderately Out of Sync (Bosch VP44) | Blink code 95 | |
| 001109-31 | Engine Shutdown Warning | Engine Shutdown Warning | Warning | |
| 001110-31 | Engine Shutdown | Engine Shutdown | Shutdown | Blink code 82 |
| 001347-03 | Pump Return Shorted High | Pump Return Shorted High (Denso HPCR) | Blink code 79 | |
| 001485-02 | Pump Power Relay Fault | Pump Power Relay Fault (Bosch VP44) | Blink code 89 | |
| 002000-06 | Internal ECU Failure | Internal ECU Failure | Blink code 79 | |
| 002000-13 | Security Violation | Security Violation | Blink code 78 | |
| N/A | Blink code 32 | When reading blink codes, signifies the start of active codes. | Info |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
⚠ Do not manually bottom the valve with excessive force; bending of the valve may result.
Tools: JDG949 Nozzle Wrench, JDG1515-2 Pressure Adjustment Screw Lock Nut Tool, JDG1522 Pressure Adjustment Screw Tool, JDG1521 Spring Chamber Cap Wrench
⚠ Never attempt to service the PTO while it is in operation
⚠ Improper adjustments of the PTO clutch may shorten clutch life
Tools: Spring scale
⚠ Valve clearance must be checked/adjusted with engine cold
Tools: JD281A, JDE83, or JDG820 Engine Rotation Tool, JDE81-4 Timing Pin, feeler gauge
⚠ Stop engine prior to making timing adjustments; injection pump can seize if adjustment is made with engine running.
Tools: JT07158 (FKM10429A) TIME TRAC Kit, JT07177 Clamp-On Transducer, JT07172 Transducer Cable, JDG793 or JDG821 Magnetic Pick-Up Adapter, JDE81-4 or JDG1571 Timing Pin
⚠ ALWAYS STOP ENGINE before making adjustments.
⚠ Bumper spring screw should not be used by itself to change engine speed more than 50 rpm.
Tools: Tachometer
⚠ To prevent accidental starting, always disconnect NEGATIVE (-) battery terminal before valve adjustment.
⚠ Valve clearance MUST be checked and adjusted with engine COLD.
Tools: JDE83 or JDG820 Flywheel Turning Tool, JDE81-4 Timing Pin, Feeler gauge, Torque wrench
⚠ Adjust with engine COLD
⚠ Replace valves, seats, springs and retainers in pairs; also replace bridge
Tools: JDE83 Flywheel Turning Tool, JDG1571 Timing Pin, Feeler gauge
⚠ Valve clearance MUST be checked and adjusted with engine COLD
⚠ Disconnect NEGATIVE battery terminal to prevent accidental starting
Tools: JDE83 or JDE81-11 Flywheel Turning Tool, JDG1571 or JDE81-4 Timing Pin, Feeler gauge
⚠ A belt tension gauge will not give an accurate measure of belt tension with automatic spring tensioner.
Tools: Torque wrench, 1/2 inch drive tool
⚠ Valve clearance MUST BE checked and adjusted with engine COLD.
⚠ Always disconnect NEGATIVE (—) battery terminal to prevent accidental starting.
Tools: JDE83 or JDG820 Flywheel Turning Tool, JDG1571 or JDE81-4 Timing Pin, Feeler gauge, JDG966 Crankshaft Front/Rear Rotation Adapter
⚠ Do not pry against alternator rear frame.
Tools: JDG1341 Belt Tension Gauge
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
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