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Fuels, Lubricants and Coolant
ALTERNATIVE AND SYNTHETIC
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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 1918MAR961/1
MIXING OF LUBRICANTS
Consult your John Deere dealer to obtain specific
In general, avoid mixing different types of oils. Oil
information and recommendations.
manufacturers blend additives in their oils to meet
certain specifications and performance requirements.
Mixing different types of oils can interfere with the
proper functioning of these additives and degrade
lubricant performance.
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