Yanmar 4TNV98CT turbocharged Engine
The Yanmar 4TNV98CT turbocharged is a 3.3 L turbocharged engine rated at 2100 rpm, producing up to 53 kW. It powers generator sets from John Deere, including the 210, 210L EP and 310L EP.
Also known as: Yanmar 4TNV98CT turbocharged
Service parts for the 4TNV98CT turbocharged
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Engine specifications
| Displacement | 3.3 L |
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| Aspiration | turbocharged |
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| Rated speed | 2100 rpm |
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| Gross power | 53 kW |
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Maintenance schedule
Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.
Service intervals
8| Item | Action | Hours | Months | Notes |
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| Tiller bushings | Lubricate | 8 hr | | Oil bushings lightly every 8 hours |
| Air filter element | Clean | 25 hr | | Normal conditions |
| Engine crankcase oil | Change | 25 hr | | First service — Every 25 hours of operation thereafter |
| Hydraulic lift fluid level | Check | 50 hr | | Once a week or every 50 hours of operation |
| Tiller grease fittings | Lubricate | 50 hr | | Every 50 hours of operation |
| Air filter element | Replace | 100 hr | | Under extremely dusty conditions |
| Spark plug | Inspect | 100 hr | | Remove, inspect, and regap spark plugs |
| Transaxle lubricant | Change | 500 hr | 24 mo | Every 2 years or 500 hours of operation |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Service specifications
58| Type | Item | Value | Unit | Condition |
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| Clearance | Camshaft end play | 0.005 to 0.010 | in. | |
| Clearance | Camshaft pin-to-camshaft clearance | 0.0035 | in. | maximum |
| Clearance | Crankshaft end play | 0.003 to 0.020 | in. | |
| Clearance | Electric lift cam arm side play | 1/16 | in. | maximum |
| Clearance | PTO clutch fulcrum bolt preliminary setting | 2-1/2 | in. | |
| Clearance | PTO clutch spring distance | 1-1/4 | in. | PTO engaged |
| Clearance | Toe-in front distance | 3/16 | in. less than rear | |
| Gap | Breaker point gap | 0.020 | in. | |
| Gap | Breaker point gap setting range | 0.018 to 0.022 | in. | |
| Gap | PTO brake gap | 1/32 | in. | PTO engaged |
| Gap | Spark plug gap | 0.025 | in. | |
| Gap | Spark plug gap | 0.035 | in. | |
| Other | Bore | 2.94 | in. | |
| Other | Bore | 3.25 | in. | |
| Other | Bore | 3.38 | in. | |
| Other | Bore | 3.50 | in. | |
| Other | Condenser capacity | 0.18 to 0.23 | mfds | |
| Other | Electric lift cam radius | 3 | in. | |
| Other | Engine displacement | 18.6 | cu. in. | |
| Other | Engine displacement | 23.9 | cu. in. | |
| Other | Engine displacement | 29.1 | cu. in. | |
| Other | Engine displacement | 31.3 | cu. in. | |
| Other | Engine model | K181QS | | |
| Other | Engine model | K241AQS | | |
| Other | Engine model | K301AQS | | |
| Other | Engine model | K321AQS | | |
| Other | Horsepower | 10 | hp | |
| Other | Horsepower | 12 | hp | |
| Other | Horsepower | 14 | hp | |
| Other | Horsepower | 8 | hp | |
| Other | Ignition timing spark point | 20 | degrees BTDC | |
| Other | Lift connecting link length | 11.9 | in. | |
| Other | Stroke | 2.75 | in. | |
| Other | Stroke | 2.88 | in. | |
| Other | Stroke | 3.25 | in. | |
| Pressure | Hydraulic pump output/relief valve setting | 500 to 600 | psi | |
| Pressure | Normal compression | 110 to 120 | psi | |
| Resistance | Coil primary winding resistance | 2 to 3 | ohms | |
| Resistance | Coil secondary winding resistance | 8,000 to 10,000 | ohms | |
| Speed | Fast idle speed | 3400 to 3500 | rpm | no load |
| Speed | Slow idle speed | 1700 to 1900 | rpm | no load |
| Torque | Connecting rod cap screws | 25 | ft-lbs | |
| Torque | Cylinder head bolts | 17 | ft-lbs | |
| Torque | Cylinder head bolts | 30 | ft-lbs | |
| Torque | Flywheel retaining nut | 60 | ft-lbs | |
| Torque | Hydraulic pump cap screws | 190 to 210 | in-lbs | |
| Torque | Jam nut on lever arm stud | 40 | ft-lbs | |
| Torque | Lever arm cross bolt | 22 to 25 | ft-lbs | |
| Torque | Shifter lever housing | 120 | in-lbs | |
| Torque | Spark plug | 18 to 22 | ft-lbs | |
| Torque | Steering gear plug | 10 to 14 | ft-lbs | |
| Torque | Steering wheel retaining nut | 10 to 12 | ft-lbs | |
| Torque | Transaxle case socket head screws | 120 | in-lbs | |
| Torque | Transaxle differential carrier cap screws | 25 to 30 | ft-lbs | |
| Valve clearance | Exhaust valve clearance | 0.015 to 0.017 | in. | cold |
| Valve clearance | Exhaust valve clearance | 0.017 to 0.020 | in. | cold |
| Valve clearance | Intake valve clearance | 0.007 | in. | cold |
| Valve clearance | Intake valve clearance | 0.008 to 0.010 | in. | cold |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Recommended fluids
| Fluid | Grade | Standard | Ambient | Capacity | Notes |
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| Engine oil | John Deere Torq-Gard Supreme | API CD/SE, CD/SD, CC/SD or SD MIL-4-46152 or MIL-L-2104C | | 2.0 U.S. pints | 200 crankcase capacity 2-1/2 U.S. pints; 210, 212, 214 crankcase capacity 3 U.S. pints. Never put additives in crankcase oil. |
| Fuel | Regular grade or non-leaded gasoline | Octane rating 85 or higher | | 3.0 U.S. gallons | Do not use premium, ethyl or white gasoline; do not mix oil with gasoline. |
| Gear oil | John Deere AM30200 Transmission Lubricant or SAE 90 Gear Lubricant | Equivalent SCL Multipurpose-Type Gear Oil | | 3.0 U.S. pints | |
| Grease | John Deere Multipurpose Lubricant SAE (Seasonal Grade) or equivalent Multipurpose-Type Grease | | | | PTO clutch bearing repack with John Deere High-Temperature grease AT30408. |
| Hydraulic oil | John Deere All-Weather Hydrostatic Fluid or Type F Automatic Transmission Fluid | | | 2.0 U.S. pints | |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Procedures
12Adjust PTO clutch adjustment
- Adjust PTO link so toggle is overcenter 1-1/2 inches or 1/8 inch forward of parallel.
- Set fulcrum bolt 2-1/2 inches from lock nut to clutch arm.
- Adjust clutch spring so clutch arm to outside washer is 1-1/4 inches.
- Adjust PTO brake to 1/32-inch gap with PTO engaged.
Adjust brake adjustment
- Remove pin from brake rod.
- Turn clevis on brake rod until brake enters first notch of park lock.
- Reinstall pin.
Adjust carburetor adjustment
⚠ Prevent burns; do not touch engine shrouds or muffler if engine has been running.
- Seat mixture needles lightly.
- Back out high-speed needle 2 turns and idle needle 2-1/2 turns.
- Start engine and allow to warm up.
- At full throttle turn high-speed needle 1/8 turn until smooth.
- At slow throttle turn idle needle 1/8 turn until smooth.
- Check uniform acceleration; adjust high-speed if lean.
Adjust steering gear adjustment
Tools: torque wrench, 0.100-inch spacer
- Disconnect drag link from lever arm.
- Loosen jam nuts on cross bolt.
- Loosen jam nut and tapered stud several turns.
- Tighten adjusting plug to 10 to 14 ft-lbs.
- Adjust backlash with 0.100-inch spacer; tighten jam nuts to 40 ft-lbs.
- Turn tapered stud snug; tighten jam nut to 40 ft-lbs.
Adjust valve clearance adjustment
⚠ Both valves must be completely closed.
Tools: feeler gauge, wrenches
- Place valves without springs into valve guides.
- Rotate crankshaft until piston is at TDC on compression stroke.
- Check clearance between valve stem and tappet with feeler gauge.
- Adjust tappet screw on K241AQS, K301AQS, K321AQS engines.
- Grind valve stems to adjust clearance on K181QS engines.
Adjust variator linkage adjustment
⚠ Disconnect spark plug cable and ground.
Tools: 3/4-inch socket wrench
- Place variable speed control lever in notch 5.
- Pry button plug and loosen cap screw one to two turns.
- Crank engine several revolutions until clutch pedal raises.
- Push down on cap screw to take up slack.
- Tighten cap screw and replace plug.
Time engine adjustment
Tools: ohmmeter, timing light, feeler gauge
- Connect ohmmeter or timing light per method used.
- Rotate engine until breaker points just start to open.
- Align S mark with indicator in timing sight hole.
- Adjust breaker point gap slightly to correct.
Test battery diagnostic
⚠ Hydrogen and oxygen gases are explosive; keep sparks and flames away.
Tools: hydrometer, voltmeter
- Check specific gravity with hydrometer.
- Check battery voltage; should be 11.5 to 12.6 volts.
- Crank engine 15 seconds and measure voltage.
- Replace battery if voltage is less than 9.6 volts.
- Charge battery if less than 75 percent charged.
Repair fuel pump repair
⚠ Do not stretch diaphragm.
- Scribe line across upper and lower housings.
- Remove four cap screws and separate housings.
- Remove cover and diaphragm.
- Replace diaphragm, spring, check valves and gaskets.
- Align scribe marks and tighten cap screws with actuating lever held.
- Install pump and check for leaks.
Replace brake band repair
Tools: socket and extension
- Remove cotter pin and drilled pin from brake arm.
- Remove left rear wheel.
- Remove two cap screws through access holes.
- Slip brake band off brake pulley.
- Install new brake band and reverse disassembly.
- Adjust brake linkage.
Replace primary V-belt repair
Tools: wrenches
- Move variable speed control lever forward.
- Push up secondary belt idler and remove secondary belt from variator.
- Depress clutch pedal to clear brake pedal shaft.
- Loosen primary belt guide at variator and remove primary belt.
- Install new belt in opposite order.
- Readjust variator.
Replace secondary V-belt repair
Tools: wrenches
- Move variable speed control lever forward.
- Raise secondary belt idler and slip belt off variator.
- Depress clutch pedal to clear brake pedal shaft.
- Loosen three cap screws on transmission driven sheave.
- Install new belt on variator and driven sheave.
- Check variator and brake adjustments.
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Filters for this engine
- Oil filter: John Deere MIU800650 Yanmar 11900535170 Donaldson P502051 Baldwin B161-S
Cross-referenced via Donaldson + OEM/engine-maker interchange — options to verify against your serial number, not confirmed for every exact variant.
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Common questions
What is the displacement of the Yanmar 4TNV98CT turbocharged?
The Yanmar 4TNV98CT turbocharged has a displacement of 3.3 liters.
Which generators use the Yanmar 4TNV98CT turbocharged engine?
The Yanmar 4TNV98CT turbocharged powers 3 generator set(s), including John Deere 210, John Deere 210L EP, John Deere 310L EP.
What oil filter does the Yanmar 4TNV98CT turbocharged use?
The Yanmar 4TNV98CT turbocharged uses oil filter part numbers John Deere MIU800650, Yanmar 11900535170, Donaldson P502051.