SERVICE ENGINE
Changing Engine Oil and Filter
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Change the oil more often if the vehicle is used in extreme conditions:
•Extremely dusty conditions.
•Frequent slow or
•Frequent short trips.
1.Run engine to warm oil.
2.Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)
3.Lift hood.
4.Put drain pan under drain valve.
A
B
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Picture Note: Right side of engine.
5.Rotate and remove drain cap (B) and drain oil into oil drain pan. Allow oil to drain completely.
6.Remove dipstick (A).
C
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Picture Note: Left side of engine.
7.Replace oil filter (C), if equipped.
a. Wipe dirt from around oil filter (C).
b.Place a drain pan or funnel under filter tray.
c.Remove old filter and wipe off filter tray.
d.Put a light coat of fresh, clean oil on the filter gasket.
e.Install replacement oil filter by turning oil filter to the right (clockwise) until the rubber gasket contacts filter base. Tighten filter an additional
8.Install drain cap.
9.Add oil no higher than FULL mark on dipstick. Use approximately the amount of oil listed below. Do not overfill.
10.Install dipstick.
11.Start and run engine at idle to check for leaks. Stop engine. Fix any leaks before operating.
12.Check oil level, add oil if necessary.
Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! The engine is air- cooled and requires a large amount of air intake when running. Reduced air intake can cause overheating:
•Keep air intake screen and cooling fins clean.
•Keep covers and screens in place.
1.Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)
2.Lift hood.
A
B
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3.Clean air intake screen (A), cooling fins and external surfaces (B), with rag, brush, vacuum or compressed air.
4.Lower hood.
Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements
1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the
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