LARGE DIESEL ENGINES

John Deere
JO H N DEERE
Model No. Cyls. Bore (in.) Stroke (in.)
3164D 3 4.02 4.33
3179D 3 4.19 4.33
4219D 4 4.02 4.33
4239D 4 4.19 4.33
4239T 4 4.19 4.33
4276D 4 4.19 5.00
4276T 4 4.19 5.00
6329D 6 4.02 4.33
6359D 6 4.19 4.33
6359T 6 4.19 4.33
6404D 6 4.25 4 75
6404T 6 4.25 4.75
6404A 6 4.25 4.75
6414D 6 4.19 5.00
6414T 6 4.19 5.00
6466D 6 4.56 4 75
6466T 6 4.56 4.75
6466A 6 4.56 4.75
Engines are liquid cooled, in-line, four-
stroke, direct injection diesel engines.
Crankshaft rotation is counter-clock-
wise at pto (flywheel end of engine). Fir-
ing order is 1-2-3 for three cylinder
engines; 1-3-4-2 for four cylinder
engines; 1-5-3-6-2-4 for six cylinder
engines. Cylinders are numbered from
front to rear. Models 4239T, 4276T,
6359T, 6404T, 6414T and 6466T are
equipped with turbochargers. Models
6404A and 6466A are equipped with tur-
bocharger and intercooler.
Displ. (cu. in.)
1 6 4
1 7 9
2 1 9
2 3 9
2 3 9
2 7 6
2 7 6
3 2 9
3 5 9
3 5 9
4 0 4
4 0 4
4 0 4
4 1 4
4 1 4
4 6 6
4 6 6
4 6 6
MAINTENANCE
LUBRICATIO N
All Models
Recommended engine oil is SAE 5W
or SAE 5W-20 for temperatures below
-10F., SAE l ow or SAE lOW-30 for
temperatures between -10F. and 32F.
or SAE 30 for temperatures above
32F. API oil classification should be CD
for single viscosity oils and CC for multi-
viscosity oils.
Crankcase capacities for oil changes
are listed below. Due to production
changes in oil pans and the use of op-
tional oil pans on some engines, it is ad-
visable to check oil level on dipstick, as
crankcase is being filled, to prevent
underfilling or overfilling.
Crankcase Capacity (Qts.)
3164D,3179D *5.0std., *8.0opt.
4219D *5.0std.,*8.0opt.
4239D *8.0std.
4239T *14.0std.
4276D *8.0std.,*14.0opt.
4276T *13.0std.,*14.0opt.
6329D *11.0std.
6359D,6359T *17.0std.
6404D, 6404T, 6404A **15.0std.
6414D, 6414T . . . *17.0 std., n9. 0 opt
6466D, 6466T **16.0std.
6466A **18.0 std., **19.0 opt.
*Add one quart for filter change.
**Add two quarts for filter change.
Manufacturer recommends renewing
engine oil and oil filter after first 100
hours operation. Thereafter, renew
engine oil every 100 hours and oil filter
every 200 hours operation.
FUEL SYSTEM
All Models
_ FUEL FILTERS. A dual-stage fuel
filter (Fig. JDIA) is contained in a glass
sediment bowl (some models have two
filters). A drain plug is located in bottom
of filter body to drain v/ater or sediment
from filter bowl.
NO TE: The life of fuel filters depends on
the amount of contamination they must
remove from the fuel. If engine misfires or
ioss of power is evident, renew the fiiters.
In any event, fiiters shouid be renewed
every 500 hours or every year, whichever
comes first.
BLEED FUEL SYSTEM. When fuel
pump sediment bowl or fuel filter is
removed or engine runs out of fuel, refer
to Fig. JDIA and bleed air from fuel
system as follows: Loosen bleed screw
on top of filter body and actuate hand
primer lever of fuel lift pump until
bubble-free stream of fuel flows from
bleed screw, then tighten bleed screw.
Push primer lever down.
NO TE: if no resistance is fait when
pumping iever, turn crankshaft to reposi-
tion fuei pump cam.
On engines equipped with C.A.V.
Roto-Diesel injection pump, bleed air
from pump as follows: Loosen lower
bleed screw (1-Fig. JDl) and pump
primer lever until bubble-free stream of
fuel flows from bleed screw. Tighten
lower bleed screw and loosen upper
bleed screw (2) and repeat operation.
Fig. JD1-View of C.A.V. Roto-Dieset trtjection
pump showing tocation of bieed screws.
1. Lower bleed screw 2. Upper bleed screw
Fig. JDIA - View of two-stage fiiter and sedi-
ment bowi assembty typicat of type used on att
modets.
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LARGE DIESEL ENGINES
On 6404T, 6404A, 6466T and 6466A
engines equipped with Robert Bosch in-
jection pump, bleed air from pump as
follows: Loosen injection pump fuel
return line fitting (1-Fig. JD2) and
pump hand primer (2) until air-free fuel
flows from fitting.
On all models, bleed air from injector
pressure lines as follows: Loosen pres-
sure line connections at injectors about
one turn. Open throttle and crank
engine until fuel flows from loosened
connections, then tighten connections
and start engine.
Fig. JD2 To bteed air from Robert Bosch injec-
tion pump, ioosen fuel return line fitting (1) and
pump hand primer (2) untii air free fuei fiows
from fitting.
Fig. JD3-0n Roosa-Master injection pumps,
timing iines on cam ring and governor weight re-
tainer must be aiigned as shown with No. 1 pis-
ton at TDC compression stroke.
INJECTION PUMP STATIC TIM-
ING. Engines may be equipped with
C.A.V. Roto-Diesel injection pumps,
Roosa-Master JDB or DM series injec-
tion pumps or Robert Bosch multiple
plunger, inline injection pumps.
Static timing need not be checked in-
ternally on C.A.V. Roto-Diesel pump.
Pump will be in time with engine if tim-
ing gears are correctly timed and marks
on pump flange and engine front plate
are aligned.
On engines equipped with Roosa-
Master JDB or DM series injection
pump, check timing as follows: Shut off
fuel at fuel tank, then remove pump tim-
ing window cover. With number 1 piston
on compression stroke, rotate crank-
shaft until TDC mark on flywheel aligns
with pointer or until timing pin slides in-
to flywheel timing hole. Pump timing
marks on cam ring and governor weight
retainer should be aligned (Fig. JD3). If
adjustment is required, loosen pump
mounting stud nuts and turn pump body
until marks align, then tighten stud
nuts. Turn crankshaft in normal direc-
tions two revolutions and recheck timing
marks.
On engines equipped with Robert
Bosch pumps, check timing as follows:
Remove access plate from front of tim-
ing gear cover and remove timing hole
plug (Fig. JD4). With number 1 piston
on compression stroke, rotate crank-
shaft until TDC mark on flywheel aligns
with pointer or timing pin slides into fly-
wheel timing hole. The injection pump
drive hub mark should be aligned with
pointer mark. If adjustment is required,
loosen cap screws on pump drive gear
until drive hub can be moved in slotted
holes of drive gear. When timing marks
are aligned, re tighten cap screws to 35
ft.-lbs. torque. Rotate crankshaft two
complete revolutions and recheck timing
marks.
AIR CLEANER
All Models
All engines are equipped with dry
type, dual element air cleaner. The
safety (inner) element should be re-
newed if primary element is damjiged
and safety element is visibly dirty, ( r at
least once a year. DO NOT attempt to
clean the safety element.
The primary (outer) element caii be
cleaned by directing compressed air up
and down pleats from inside elen ent.
Air pressure must not exceed 30 pd at
nozzle. Element can also be cleaned us-
ing water in same manner as com-
pressed air. Water pressure must not
exceed 40 psi, and element must be (om-
pletely dry before reinstalling.
After cleaning, thoroughly inspect ele-
ment and sealing gasket for damage.
Renew primary filter element when ele-
ment is not responding to cleaning (in-
terval between cleanings becomes
short), or once a year.
COOLING SYSTEM
All Models
All engines are liquid cooled and
equipped with a water pump. Fan belt
tension is correct when a pressure ( f 20
pounds, halfway between pulleys, de-
flects belt 3/4-inch. When adjusting Delt,
pull on front alternator frame onl;^ If
equipped with two belts, always renew
belts as a matched set. Add a non-
chromate rust inhibitor every 500 hours
or every six months.
REPAIRS
CYLINDER HEAD
All Models
REMOVE AND REINSTALL. To
remove cylinder head, drain cooling
Fig. JD4-View of Robert
Bosch injection pump gear
and timing marks. With No. 1
piston at TDC compression
stroke, timing marks must
be aiigned.
system and disconnect battery ground
cable. Remove thermostat by-pass 1 ose,
upper radiator hose and water manifold.
Remove muffler and air intake pipe Un-
bolt and remove exhaust manifolc, in-
take manifold and intercooler (if e'|uip-
ped). Remove injector lines and injec-
tors. Unbolt and remove rocker arm
cover, rocker arm assembly and push
rods, then unbolt and remove cylinder
head.
NOTE: Do not turn crankshaft with cyl-
inder head removed unless cylinder
sleeves are secured with screws and
washers. Refer to Fig. JD18.
When reinstalling cylinder heac, in-
stall head gasket dry. Coat threads of
cylinder head cap screws with engii e oil
and be sure hardened flat washers are
installed under head of all cylinder lead
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