6230 John Deere Glow Plug Indicator

[Anonymous-0]

Need some help on a 6230 John Deere diesel. When you turn the key on the glow plug light comes on for about 3 seconds no more. This is not correct it use to stay on longer during colder weather. Does this have some type of sensor to determine the length of time it should stay on and where would it be located.
Thanks for your help.

 

[buickanddeere]

This link to the JD parts section of their web site will show you the location and components.
The "glow plug" is an intake manifold heater.

In cold weather it's better to use the engine coolant and oil heaters.Forget about the glow plug and ether.
Cold starts cause engine wear and waste fuel. Glow plug starts are for emergencies not regular use.
Speaking of ether, you haven't used any have you?

 

[Tx Jim]

(quoted from post at 04:30:52 01/04/12) Does this have some type of sensor to determine the length of time it should stay on and where would it be located.
Thanks for your help.

I would think the operators manual would cover the operation of the staring aid. Starting aid is located in the intake manifold.
68 - 4335 Starting Aid

 

[Stuart]

Bobcat engines all have glow plugs built for regular use. The the key on, wait 30 seconds and the engine starts like it has been plugged in all night. Do you have any facts and figures about how much a diesel tractor burns idling for 10 minutes? you have to let the trans and hydraulics warm up anyways. That is according to Deere.

 

[buickanddeere]

Any reason why Deere has trans oil heaters ? Are you saying it better to start and engine with 0F coolant and let it idle 10min. Vs starting a machine with 100F coolant and warm oil then using the machine without idling? You are kidding..............right?

 

[AJB-830]

I have a 6230 and the glow plug indicator normally only lites for about 2 seconds during warm weather, 40 or warmer. But at 30 degrees it does stay on for about 5 seconds. I always plug mine in for an hour or so if the temperature is below 40. Even if you use the block heater, the lite does stays on longer at anound 30 degrees. Never started mine in really cold weather below 20 degrees. Al

 

[Anonymous-0]

Jim. that picture looks like a factory heater. My tractor does not have a plug in heater I bought it new in Oklahoma. I tried to look up the part 68-4335 and could not find it on the computer. I will check with Deere. I know the sensor light is not working correct. I do need a good heater on this tractor before it gets too cold here.
Thanks

 

[Anonymous-0]

buckanddeere, the Deere I have did not come with an oil or water heater, I fully agree with you in needing one. Do you know if I can purchase one from Deere or some other supplier. I picked up a magnet one I think it's too weak, it was 200 watts.
Thanks

 

[Tx Jim]

(quoted from post at 05:23:23 01/05/12) I tried to look up the part 68-4335 and could not find it on the computer.

If you go to JDparts.com,then the parts catalog for 6230 tractor,then the sectional section,then the engine section,then scroll down the index you'll come to section 68 which is named "4335 starting aid". This starting aid(heater) goes in he intake manifold of the engine in lieu of glow plugs. I tried unsuccessfully to locate the starting aid sensor in the PC.

 

[Anonymous-0]

I want to say thanks to Jim and the others that helped me with my problem. Heater in block was solved today and a trip to Deere for parts will resolve the other.
Thanks

 

[buickanddeere]

Good to hear you want to treat the tractor right. Sometimes we get suggestions here of using ether, pull starting or using open flame to heat the engine.


Here are a few parts from the Phillips and Temro catalog.

Power Tech: 4045, 6068
Part No. Watt Volt Diameter Type
3500020 1000 120 1-5/8" thd Immersion
Installation Information: Replace 1-5/8" threaded plug on Right side of engine.

6105, 6125
Part No. Watt Volt Diameter Type
3500013 1500 120 1" NPT Immersion
Installation Information: Installs in oil cooler housing.

Series 250 PowerTech: 4024 PowerTech (2.4L, 4 Cyl.) & 5030 PowerTech (3.0L, 5 Cyl.)
Part No. Watt Volt Diameter Type
3500089 600 120 1.25” Freeze Plug
Installation Information:
Replace 1.25" diameter core hole on Left side of engine, near the starter.

Series 300 (3164, 3179, 4039, 4045, 4219, 4239, 4276, 6059, 6068, 6329, 6359, 6414)
Part No. Watt Volt Diameter Type
8603596 1000 120 3/4" NPT Immersion
Installation Information: Replace 3/4" pipe plug on rear face of engine. Some engines
(manufactured in 1987 and later) may require a 1" x 3/4" reducer bushing.

Series 300: 3164, 4039, 4045, 4219, 4239, 4276, 6329, 6359, 6414, 6059, 6068
Series 400: 6076, 6081, 6101, 6414, 6466, 6619
Part No. Watt Volt Diameter Type
3500029 1000 120 1-5/8" thd Immersion
Installation Information: Replaces 1-5/8" threaded plug on Left side of engine.

Series 300 (3029, etc.)
Part No. Watt Volt Diameter Type
3500045 1000 120 1" NPT Immersion
Installation Information: Install in Left rear face of block.

In the online catalog there is also a list of generic oil and coolant heaters with various thread sizes and element lengths.

 

[Anonymous-0]

Buckanddeere, you're right I want to repair things right. I restore a lot of older tractors and you can't believe some of the repairs. Thanks for you help and support on this problem.