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OIL FILTER CHANGE
•Drain the oil.
•Remove the oil filter with an oil filter wrench and drain the oil into a suitable container. Discard the used filter. Note: Care should be taken during filter removal to not disrupt or damage in any way the fuel lines.
•Clean the filter mounting base and coat the gasket of the new filter with clean engine oil.
•Screw the new filter on by hand until the gasket con- tacts the mounting base. Using an oil filter wrench, tighten the filter an additional 1/2 to 7/8 of a turn.
•Refill the crankcase with the specified amount of the recommended engine oil. Reinstall the oil filler cap and tighten securely.
•Start the engine and check for oil filter leaks.
FIGURE D.2
•Stop the engine and check the oil level. If neces- sary, add oil to the upper limit mark on the dipstick.
WARNING
•Never use gasoline or low flash point solvents for cleaning the air cleaner element. A fire or explosion could result.
CAUTION
•Never run the engine without the air cleaner. Rapid engine wear will result from contaminants, such as dust and dirt being drawn into the engine.
AIR CLEANER
The diesel engine is equipped with a dry type air filter. Never apply oil to it. Service the air cleaner as follows:
Replace the element every 500 hours of operation. Under dusty conditions, replace sooner.
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