The John Deere 6101H is an engine rated at 1800 rpm, producing up to 300 kW. It powers generator sets from John Deere, including the 6101.
Also known as: John Deere 6101H
| Rated speed | 1800 rpm |
|---|---|
| Gross power | 300 kW |
| Item | Action | Hours | Months | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil and filter | Change | 100 hr | First service — After first 100 hours of operation of a new or rebuilt engine | |
| Vibration damper | Replace | 4500 hr | 60 mo | Whichever occurs first; damper assembly is not repairable |
| Valve clearance | Check | First service — Recheck after engine break-in when engine cools; adjust as necessary |
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 | Camshaft bushing-to-journal clearance | 0.051-0.127 | mm (0.0020-0.0050 in.) | |
| Clearance | Camshaft end play | 0.063-0.279 | mm (0.0025-0.0110 in.) | |
| Clearance | Connecting rod bearing-to-journal oil clearance | 0.06-0.13 | mm (0.002-0.005 in.) | |
| Clearance | Crankshaft end play | 0.038-0.380 | mm (0.0015-0.0150 in.) | |
| Clearance | Cylinder liner height above block | 0.025-0.102 | mm (0.001-0.004 in.) | |
| Clearance | Main bearing-to-journal oil clearance | 0.046-0.122 | mm (0.0018-0.0048 in.) | |
| Clearance | Piston pin-to-bushing oil clearance | 0.017-0.059 | mm (0.0007-0.0023 in.) | |
| Clearance | Valve lift - exhaust valve | 11.83-12.25 | mm (0.466-0.482 in.) | at 0.00 mm clearance |
| Clearance | Valve lift - intake valve | 13.20-13.62 | mm (0.520-0.536 in.) | at 0.00 mm clearance |
| Clearance | Valve stem-to-guide clearance | 0.038-0.089 | mm (0.0015-0.0035 in.) | |
| Gap | Fuel shut-off solenoid adjustment gap | 0.25-0.51 | mm (0.01-0.02 in.) | mechanical governor applications |
| Gap | Piston oil control ring-to-groove clearance | 0.061-0.102 | mm (0.0024-0.0040 in.) | new part |
| Injection timing | Fuel injection pump timing to engine | TDC | ||
| Other | Valve guide installed height | 48.0 | mm (1.89 in.) from bottom of head | |
| Pressure | Engine oil pressure at rated speed | 280-380 | kPa (40-55 psi) | rated speed |
| Pressure | Fuel supply pump minimum operating pressure | 200 | kPa (29.0 psi) | |
| Pressure | New injection nozzle opening pressure | 29000-29800 | kPa (4200-4300 psi) | |
| Pressure | Oil filter bypass valve operating pressure | 210 | kPa (30 psi) | |
| Pressure | Oil pressure at slow idle | 206 | kPa (30 psi) | slow idle |
| Pressure | Overflow valve opening pressure | 130-180 | kPa (19-26 psi) | |
| Pressure | Used injection nozzle minimum opening pressure | 26200 | kPa (3800 psi) | |
| Speed | Normal working range (standard governor) | 1400-2100 | rpm | |
| Speed | Rated speed | 2100 | rpm | |
| Speed | Slow idle speed | 800 | rpm | |
| Temperature | Thermostat opening temperature | 80-84 | °C (175-182 °F) | |
| Torque | Camshaft drive gear-to-camshaft | 163 | N·m (120 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Camshaft thrust plate | 27 | N·m (20 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Connecting rod cap screws - torque-turn | 90-100 | degrees | after final torque |
| Torque | Connecting rod caps - final (all cap screws) | 75 | N·m (55 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Connecting rod caps - initial (blind hole cap screws) | 27 | N·m (20 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Cylinder head cap screws - final | Tighten additional 90-100 | degrees | Torque-turn method, no retorque required |
| Torque | Cylinder head cap screws - initial | 200 | N·m (150 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Damper-to-pulley | 61 | N·m (45 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Damper/pulley-to-crankshaft cap screw | 230 | N·m (170 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Exhaust manifold-to-cylinder head | 95 | N·m (70 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Fan drive support plate | 68 | N·m (50 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Flywheel housing-to-cylinder block | 407 | N·m (300 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Flywheel housing-to-oil pan | 325 | N·m (240 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Flywheel-to-crankshaft | 176 | N·m (130 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Fuel delivery line nuts (at nozzles and delivery valves) | 27 | N·m (20 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Injection nozzle gland nut | 74-88 | N·m (55-65 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Injection nozzle retaining nut | 88 | N·m (65 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Injection pump drive hub | 100-110 | N·m (74-81 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Injection pump gear cover cap screws | 68 | N·m (50 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Intake manifold-to-cylinder head | 75 | N·m (55 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Main and thrust bearing caps | 285 | N·m (210 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Oil pan 1/2 in. cap screws | 156 | N·m (115 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Oil pan 3/8 in. cap screws | 68 | N·m (50 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Oil pan drain plug | 102 | N·m (75 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Oil pan-to-flywheel housing cap screws | 325 | N·m (240 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Oil pump drive gear-to-pump drive shaft nut | 54 | N·m (40 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Oil pump-to-cylinder block | 47 | N·m (35 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Rocker arm cover cap screws | 11 | N·m (8 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Rocker arm shaft clamps | 88 | N·m (65 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Starting motor-to-flywheel housing | 102 | N·m (75 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Timing gear cover cap screws | 41 | N·m (30 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Turbine V-band clamp nut (Garrett/AiResearch T45) | Tighten to 18, loosen to 5.5, retighten to 13.5 | N·m | |
| Torque | Turbocharger V-band clamp nut (Schwitzer S3A) | 9.5-11 | N·m (7-8 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Turbocharger mounting cap screws | 47 | N·m (35 lb-ft) | |
| Torque | Valve adjusting screw lock nut | 27 | N·m (20 lb-ft) |
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) | ASTM D5345 (prediluted); ASTM D4985 (concentrate) in 40 to 60% mixture | Add 3% by volume TY16004 or TY16005 Liquid Coolant Conditioner (SCA); 40% concentrate = -24 °C, 50% = -37 °C, 60% = -52 °C | ||
| Engine oil | John Deere ENGINE BREAK-IN OIL | API Service Classification CE or CCMC D4 if break-in oil unavailable | Use during first 100 hours of new or rebuilt engine; do not use PLUS-50, API CG4, API CF4 or CCMC D5 during break-in | ||
| Engine oil | SAE 15W-40 (preferred); John Deere PLUS-50 preferred | API CG-4, API CF-4, API CE, CCMC D5 and MB228.3, CCMC D4 and MB228.1 | Use viscosity based on expected air temperature range between oil changes; reduce interval by 50% if fuel sulfur exceeds 0.5% | ||
| Fuel | Diesel fuel | EN 590 or ASTM D975 | Cetane 40 minimum (50 preferred below -20 °C or above 1500 m); sulfur not to exceed 0.5%, less than 0.05% preferred, do not exceed 1.0%; lubricity 3300 gram BOCLE minimum | ||
| Grease | SAE Multipurpose EP Grease (max 5% molybdenum disulfide); John Deere MOLY HIGH TEMPERATURE EP GREASE preferred | MIL-G-10924F may be used as arctic grease | Use based on expected air temperature range during service interval | ||
| Other | John Deere Liquid Coolant Conditioner (SCA) / John Deere Heavy-Duty Cooling System Cleaner | non-chromate inhibitor | Do not over-inhibit antifreeze solutions; do not use soluble oil |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
⚠ Disconnect negative battery terminal before valve adjustment
Tools: JDE81-1 Flywheel Turning Tool, JDE81-4 Timing Pin, Feeler gauge
⚠ Replace center housing and rotating assembly if not within specification
Tools: Magnetic base plunger-type dial indicator, 51 mm (2.0 in.) indicator extension rod
⚠ Do not use pneumatic wrench to tighten main bearing cap screws
⚠ Crankshaft is heavy; plan proper lifting procedure
Tools: Hoist and lift sling, Pry bar, Torque wrench
⚠ Do not use screwdrivers or pry bars between block and head
Tools: Torque wrench, JDE141 Torque Wrench Adapter
⚠ Always approach timing mark by rotating crankshaft in direction of engine rotation
Tools: JDE81-1 Flywheel Turning Tool, JDE81-4 Timing Pin, Torque wrench
⚠ Never use connecting rod cap screws more than once for final assembly
Tools: JDE94 or JDE135 Piston Ring Expander, JDE97 Piston Ring Compressor, Torque Angle Gauge JT05993
⚠ Air must be expelled from cooling system when refilling
Tools: Hoist or assistant, Guide studs
Tools: Dynamometer (preferred load control)
⚠ Pump seal should not touch impeller
Tools: D01045AA Bushing, Bearing and Seal Driver Set, JDG743 Water Pump Bearing Driver, R78350 Driver, D01047AA Puller Set
⚠ Never steam clean or pour cold water on an injection pump while warm
⚠ Keep delivery valve fittings stationary while loosening line nuts
Tools: JDE81-1 and JDE81-4 Engine Rotation Tool Set, JDG886 Injection Pump Timing Pin, JDE90 Serrated Wrench, JDF22 Crowsfoot Wrench
⚠ Do not rotate crankshaft with head removed unless liners are bolted down
Tools: Ridge reamer, Compressed air
⚠ Whenever rear oil seal is replaced, wear sleeve MUST be replaced also
⚠ Do not separate seal and wear sleeve assembly
Tools: JDG22 Seal Remover, JDG790 Rear Wear Sleeve Puller, JDG309 Pilot, JDG310 Installer
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Parts listed by aftermarket suppliers as fitting this engine — leads compiled from supplier catalogs; verify the exact part for your serial number.
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The John Deere 6101H powers 1 generator set(s), including John Deere 6101.