2004 John Deer Buck Utility ATV 500, 500EX and 500EXT Service Manual, Page 14Get this manual
The engine cooling system when filled with proper dilution mixture of anti-freeze and deionized or distilled water provides year-round protection against corrosion, cylinder or liner pitting, and winter freeze protection down to The following John Deere coolant is This coolant satisfies specifications for "Automobile and Light Duty Engine Service" and is safe for use in John Deere Lawn and Grounds CareGolf and Turf Division equipment, including aluminum block gasoline engines and cooling systemsThe above preferred pre-diluted anti-freeze provides: adequate heat transfer corrosion-resistant chemicals for the cooling system compatibility with cooling system hose and seal material Total Solids, Maximum Total Hardness, Maximum Chloride (as Cl), Maximum 340 ppm (20 grnsgal) 170 ppm (10 grnsgal) 40 ppm (2.5 grnsgal) :
protection during extreme cold and extreme hot weather operations chemically pure water for better service life compliance with ASTM D4656 (JDM H24C2) specifications If above preferred pre-diluted coolant is not available, the following John Deere concentrate is recommended: If either of above recommended engine coolants are available use any Automobile and Light Duty Engine Service ethylene glycol base coolant, meeting the following specification: ASTM D4985 (JDM H24A2)Read container label completely before using and follow instructions as stated