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4–CYCLE GASOLINE ENGINE OIL SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION
BREAK–IN 4-CYCLE GASOLINE
ENGINE OIL - NORTH AMERICA
IMPORTANT: ONLY use a quality break-in oil
(multi-viscosity) in rebuilt or remanufactured
engines for the first 5 hours (maximum) of
operation. DO NOT use oils with heavier
viscosity weights than SAE 5W-30 or oils
meeting specifications API SG or SH, these oils
will not allow rebuilt or remanufactured engines
to break-in properly.
The following John Deere oil is PREFERRED:
• BREAK–IN ENGINE OIL.
John Deere BREAK–IN ENGINE OIL is formulated
with special additives for aluminum and cast iron type
engines to allow the power cylinder components
(pistons, rings, and liners as well) to “wear-in” while
protecting other engine components, valve train and
gears, from abnormal wear. Engine rebuild instructions
should be followed closely to determine if special
requirements are necessary.
John Deere BREAK–IN ENGINE OIL is also
recommended for non-John Deere engines, both
aluminum and cast iron types.
The following John Deere oil is also recommended as
a break-in engine oil:
• TORQ–GARD SUPREME®—SAE 5W-30.
If the above recommended John Deere oils are not
available, use a break-in engine oil meeting the
following specification during the first 5 hours
(maximum) of operation:
• SAE 5W-30—API Service Classification SE or
higher.
IMPORTANT: After the break-in period, use the
John Deere oil that is recommended for this
engine.
John Deere Dealers: You may want to cross-
reference the following publications to recommend the
proper oil for your customers:
• Module DX,ENOIL4 in JDS–G135;
• Section 530, Lubricants & Hydraulics, of the John
Deere Merchandise Sales Guide;
• Lubrication Sales Manual PI7032.
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BREAK-IN OIL
AIR TEMPERATURE
PREFERRED
SAE 5W-30