Can raw pressed vegetable oils be used in John Deere engines?
Recently, there has been increased industry interest in the use of raw pressed vegetable oils as fuel in diesel engines. John Deere continues to investigate many renewable fuels. Until those studies prove differently, raw pressed vegetable oils are not acceptable for use as fuel in any concentration in John Deere engines. There is concern that use of this fuel could cause engine failure. In addition, engines operating on such fuel may not fully comply with all applicable emissions regulations. It is the customer’s responsibility to use the fuel that these regulations require and that the engine manufacturer recommends. In addition, it is also the customer’s responsibility to obtain any local, regional or national exemptions required for the use of fuels in any emissions-certified John Deere engine.
