Engine Oil
ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK
1.
Remove the oil level dipstick from the oil filler tube and wipe oil from the dipstick
(Figure 20)
.
See following
CAUTION.
CAUTION
• Do not remove dipstick while engine is running.
2.
Check oil level by fully inserting the dipstick into the tube and immediately removing it.
3.
If the oil level is at or below the low level mark on the dipstick gauge, add oil to the engine until the level is
between low and full levels (safe level).
See following CAUTION.
CAUTION
• Do not exceed recommended oil capacity. Doing so will decrease engine performance or result in
damage to the engine.
3
2
1
1. Full Level 2. Safe Level 3. Low Level
1
804
Figure 20
Engine Oil Level Check
818
Figure 21
Center Access Panel
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER CHANGE
Engine oil and oil filter should be changed after the first 5 to 8 hours of operation. After that, the oil should be changed
every 100 hours of operation or annually, whichever comes first.
Engine Oil Draining
1.
Turn the key switch to the OFF position and remove the key. Place the Forward/Reverse handle in the NEUTRAL
position. Chock the front wheels.
2.
Disconnect battery and spark plug wires.
See Disconnecting the Battery – Gasoline Vehicle on page 11
.
3.
Raise the cargo bed, locate and remove the center access panel (1)
(Figure 21)
.
4.
Remove the oil filler cap to allow the oil to drain properly.
5.
Position a pan designed for oil changes under the drain plug.
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