For best results, fill to the “FULL” mark on the dipstick as opposed to adding a given quantity of oil. Always check the level on the dipstick before adding more oil. See Figure 18.
Refer to the Lubrication Illustration for information regarding the proper type of oil to add to the transmission case. See the Specifications Chart for the quantity required.
•Place the tractor on a level surface and engage the parking brake. Stop the tractor engine and remove the ignition key.
•Clean the area around the Transmission Oil Fill /Dipstick to prevent debris from entering the transmission case.
•Remove the dipstick from the oil fill tube and SLOWLY pour oil into the oil fill tube. Fill the transmission case until the oil level reaches the “FULL” mark on the dipstick.
•Reinstall the dipstick securely into the oil fill tube.
WARNING: The oil fill plug/ dipstick must be installed securely into the fill tube at all times when the engine is operating.
Changing Transmission Oil
WARNING: The fluid for your transmission has been spe- cially formulated to ensure the safe and proper opera- tion of your tractor. When changing the transmission fluid replace it with Cub Cadet Drive System Fluid Plus ONLY. Failure to use Cub Cadet Drive System Fluid Plus may result in a fail- ure of the drive system which could result in property dam- age or personal injury. Do not use any other fluid
See to the Maintenance Chart for the frequency of service and the Specifi- cations Chart for the quantity required.
•Place the tractor on a level surface and engage the parking brake. Stop the tractor’s engine and remove the ignition key.
•Remove any center mounted attachments.
•Clean the area around the transmis- sion drain plug to prevent debris from entering the transmission case. Remove the drain plug and allow the transmission oil to drain into a clean container having a capacity of more than 5 quarts. Reinstall the drain plug. See Figure 19.
Transmission
Oil Filter
Transmission
Drain Plug
Figure 19
NOTE: Do not reuse the transmission oil. Contaminated transmission oil can damage the hydro transmission.
Please dispose of used oil at appropriate recycling centers.
•Clean around the base of the transmission oil filter and remove
the filter by turning it counterclockwise.
•Apply a light coating of clean transmission oil to the gasket of the new filter. Install the filter by turning it clockwise, by hand, until the
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