John Deere 4045 / 6068 — Removing Engine from Long Term Storage
Maintenance
For the John Deere 4045 / 6068, from the John Deere owner's manual.
Applies to: John Deere 4045, John Deere 6068
Before you start
- DO NOT operate starter more than 30 seconds at a time; wait at least 2 minutes to cool.
Procedure
- Remove all protective coverings and unseal all openings.
- Remove batteries from storage; install fully charged and connect terminals.
- Install fan/alternator poly-vee belt if removed.
- Fill fuel tank.
- Perform all appropriate prestarting checks.
- Crank engine 20 seconds without allowing it to start; wait 2 minutes and crank again 20 seconds.
- Start engine and run at low idle and no load several minutes; warm up carefully.
- Check overall engine for leaks and all gauges for correct operation.
Full service-parts list: John Deere 4045 →, John Deere 6068 →
Source: John Deere owner's 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.