2. Check the engine oil level.
CAUTION:
l Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service life.
Non-detergent oil and 2-stroke engine oil are not recommended.
l Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine
damage.
a. Place the lawn tractor on a level surface.
b. Open the engine hood, remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick
clean.
.c. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in.
d. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick. If near or below the lower level
mark, fill to the upper level mark with the recommended oil.
Use Honda 4-stroke oil, or an equivalent high detergent, premium quality
motor oil certified to meet or exceed U.S. automobile manufacturers’ re-
quirements for service classification SE or SF (Motor oils classified SE or SF
will show this designation on the container).
SAE low-40 is recommended for general, all-temperature use.
OIL FILLER CAP
UPPER LEVEL
/
v LOWER LEVEL
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