John Deere 6101 — Install Fuel Injection Pump
Installation · Fuel system
For the John Deere 6101, from the John Deere service manual.
Applies to: John Deere 6101
Before you start
- Always approach timing mark by rotating crankshaft in direction of engine rotation
Procedure
- Rotate flywheel until timing pin engages flywheel with No. 1 cylinder at TDC compression.
- Rotate pump drive hub until marks on hub and pointer align.
- Install a new O-ring on bearing plate; lubricate with clean engine oil.
- Install pump with moderate forward pressure and slight rocking motion.
- Install four mounting stud nuts and finger tighten.
- Install drive gear on pump hub; install drive hub nut and tighten to 100-110 N·m.
- Tighten four mounting stud nuts to 47 N·m (35 lb-ft).
- Recheck pump timing alignment and install gear cover with new gasket.
Tools required
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Specs & values
- Injection pump drive hub 100-110 N·m (74-81 lb-ft)
- Pump-to-cylinder block 47 N·m (35 lb-ft)
- Fuel line nuts 27 N·m (20 lb-ft)
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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.