John Deere 4045 / 6068 — Remove and Install Glow Plugs
Repair & overhaul
For the John Deere 4045 / 6068, from the John Deere service manual.
Applies to: John Deere 4045, John Deere 6068
Procedure
- Remove heat shield from rocker arm cover.
- Disconnect glow plug from glow plug harness rail.
- Remove glow plug(s).
- Install glow plug(s) and torque to 15 N·m.
- Connect glow plug harness connector to glow plug.
- Install heat shield and torque cap screws.
Specs & values
- Glow Plug 15 N·m (11 lb-ft)
- Heat Shield Cylinder Head Cap Screws 60 N·m (44 lb-ft)
- Heat Shield Rocker Arm Carrier Cap Screws 10 N·m (7.4 lb-ft)
Full service-parts list: John Deere 4045 →, John Deere 6068 →
Source: John Deere service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.