Fuels, Lubricants and Coolant Alternative and Synthetic Lubricants Conditions in certain geographical areas may require lubricant recommendations different from those printed in this manual. Some John Deere brand coolants and lubricants may not be available in your location. Consult your John Deere dealer to obtain information and recommendations. Synthetic lubricants may be used if they meet the performance requirements as shown in this manual. The temperature limits and service intervals shown in this manual apply to both conventional and synthetic oils. Re-refined base stock products may be used if the finished lubricant meets the performance requirements.
DX,ALTER –19–15JUN00–1/1 CTM100 (06APR04) 01-002-7 P OWER T ECH 10.5 L & 12.5 L Diesel Engines 040604 PN=37 Extended Diesel Engine Oil Service Intervals When John Deere PLUS-50, ACEA E5, or ACEA E4 oils are used with the specified John Deere filter, the service interval for engine oil and filter changes may be increased by 50% but not to exceed a maximum of 500 hours. If John Deere PLUS-50, ACEA E5, or ACEA E4 oils are used with other than the specified John Deere filter, change the engine oil and filter at the normal service interval. If John Deere TORQ-GARD SUPREME, API CI-4, API CH-4, or ACEA E3 oils are used, change the engine oil and filter at the normal service interval.
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