Gator Oils

Engine

The following John Deere oils are preferred:

  • · TORQ GUARD SUPREME®
  • · PLUS-50®
  • · PLUS-4®

Other oils may be used if above John Deere oils are not available, provided they meet the following specification: API Service Classification SG or higher

Transaxle Oil

The following John Deere transmission and hydraulic oil is preferred:

· HY-GARD® (JDM J20C)

From The Gator Forum here:
5 qts of TY6354
add 6 oz of LVU11573
transmission drain plug o-ring: CH10570

Other oils may be used if recommended John Deere oil is not available, provided they meet one of the following specifications:

· John Deere Standard JDM J20C

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! DO NOT use engine oil, “Type F” (Red) Automatic Transmission Fluid, or BIO-HY-GARD®. DO NOT mix any other oils in this transmission.