For the John Deere LX178, coolant capacity is 1.59 gal (6 L). Coolant choice is listed as John Deere Cool-Gard II, with 60/40 coolant and water mix guidance.
Coolant capacity1.59 gal (6 L)Cooling system refill amount
Antifreeze mix60/40 coolant and water mixFreeze/boil protection
John Deere LX178 Coolant Capacity Specs
Coolant capacity
1.59 gal (6 L)
Coolant type
John Deere Cool-Gard II
Antifreeze mix
60/40 coolant and water mix
Engine horsepower
15 hp
John Deere LX178 Coolant Capacity Guide
Coolant capacity guide
This model
1.59 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 LX178 Coolant Service Notes
Coolant capacity note
The main coolant number for the John Deere LX178 is 1.59 gal (6 L). Use it as the cooling-system refill amount, then check the radiator or overflow level after the engine has warmed up and cooled down
Coolant service note
For a full coolant service on the John Deere LX178, plan around 1.59 gal (6 L) and match the listed coolant guidance: John Deere Cool-Gard II and 60/40 coolant and water mix
Coolant type note
The John Deere LX178 coolant type is John Deere Cool-Gard II. Wrong coolant chemistry can reduce corrosion, freeze and boil protection
Antifreeze mix note
The listed mix for the John Deere LX178 is 60/40 coolant and water mix. Keep the coolant strength in range after a drain, flush or top-up
Refill check
After a drain and refill on the John Deere LX178, the cooling system can burp air. Recheck the level after the first warm-up and cool-down cycle
Engine context
For comparison, the John Deere LX178 engine details listed here are engine horsepower 15 hp. The coolant capacity remains the service number to use for refilling
John Deere LX178 Coolant Capacity FAQ
What is the full coolant refill capacity for the John Deere LX178?
Plan around 1.59 gal (6 L) when servicing coolant on the John Deere LX178. Recheck the system when cool because air pockets can lower the level
What coolant should I put in the John Deere LX178?
Coolant type for the John Deere LX178 is listed as John Deere Cool-Gard II. If the system has been filled with something else before, confirm compatibility before mixing
What coolant mix is listed for the John Deere LX178?
If using concentrate for the John Deere LX178, mix it to 60/40 coolant and water mix before filling unless the product label says it is already premixed
Should the John Deere LX178 coolant be checked hot or cold?
Yes. Use the 1.59 gal (6 L) figure as the refill guide, but always recheck level after warm-up and cool-down because trapped air can move through the system
What signs mean the John Deere LX178 coolant should be flushed?
If the John Deere LX178 coolant is only slightly low and otherwise clean, topping up with compatible coolant can be enough. If condition is poor, drain and refill instead
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.
