MAINTENANCE
5. After changing the engine oil, and before starting the engine, check
the oil level with the mower on a level surface:
a. Wipe the dipstick clean.
b. Insert and remove the
dipstick without screwing it
into the filler neck. Check the
oil level shown on the dipstick.
c. If the oil level is low, add oil
to reach the upper limit mark
on the dipstick. Do not
overfill. If the engine is
overfilled, the excess oil may
get transferred to the air
cleaner housing and air
cleaner filters.
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Running the engine with a
low oil level can cause
engine damage.
d. Screw in the filler
cap/dipstick securely.
-FILLER CAP/
DIPSTICK
UPPER LIMIT
LOWER LIMIT
Engine Oil Recommendations
Oil is a major factor affecting
performance and service life. Use
4-stroke automotive detergent oil.
SAE 1 OW-30 is recommended for
general use. Other viscosities
-20 0 20 40 00 30 1OO'F
shown in the chart may be used I I I I I 1 1 I
-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40%
when the average temperature in
your area is within the J\“,:c AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
recommended range. @
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The’SAE oil viscosity and service classification are in the API label on
the oil container. Honda recommends that you use API SERVICE
category SH or SJ oil with the ILSAC “starburst” certification mark
displayed on the container.
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