For the John Deere L118, coolant capacity is 9.51 gal (36 L). Fill slowly and recheck the radiator or overflow level after the first heat cycle.
Coolant capacity9.51 gal (36 L)Cooling system refill amount
John Deere L118 Coolant Capacity Specs
Coolant capacity
9.51 gal (36 L)
Engine horsepower
17.5 hp
Engine displacement
29.9 cu in (0.49 L)
John Deere L118 Coolant Capacity Guide
Coolant capacity guide
This model
9.51 gal
Class low
0.8 gal
Class typical
2.5 gal
Class high
5 gal
Compared with a broad older small tractor guide, not the full tractor dataset.
John Deere L118 Coolant Service Notes
Coolant capacity note
For the John Deere L118, the coolant capacity is 9.51 gal (36 L). That is the buying and refill guide for a full cooling-system service
Coolant service note
Use 9.51 gal (36 L) as the refill guide for the John Deere L118. The final level should still be confirmed at the radiator or overflow bottle
Refill check
Use the 9.51 gal (36 L) capacity to buy enough coolant for the John Deere L118, but finish the job by checking the actual level marks
Engine context
The engine context for the John Deere L118 is engine horsepower 17.5 hp and engine displacement 29.9 cu in (0.49 L). Use this for comparison only; the refill amount is the coolant capacity above
John Deere L118 Coolant Capacity FAQ
How many litres of coolant does the John Deere L118 take?
The John Deere L118 takes 9.51 gal (36 L) of coolant. Final level can settle after trapped air leaves the cooling system
How do I avoid air pockets when refilling the John Deere L118 coolant?
After a coolant change on the John Deere L118, check for leaks, watch temperature and recheck the level once the engine cools down
Should old coolant be drained from the John Deere L118?
Low level, bad smell, rust, sludge, oil film or overheating are signs to inspect the John Deere L118 cooling system rather than only topping it up
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Tractor coolant capacity and coolant type can change by year, market, engine, radiator setup and service procedure. Check the operator manual, service manual and official deere.com website before draining, flushing or refilling the cooling system.
