9 MAINTENANCE
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9.3
ENGINE OIL ______________________________________________________________
Check engine oil level
Check the engine oil level before you start the engine or at
least five minutes after you stop the engine.
a
Park the mower on a level surface.
b
The dipstick is found at the right rear corner of the
engine. Remove the dipstick. Clean the dipstick with a
cloth and replace in position.
c
Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. The oil
level must be between the two level indicators on the
dipstick.
Change Engine Oil and Filter
a
Start the engine to increase the temperature, then
stop the engine.
b
Disconnect the oil drain hose from the side of the
engine. Remove the oil drain cap.
c
Lower the drain hose and drain the engine oil into a
container.
d
Remove the oil filter.
e
Let the engine oil flow into a container.
f
Clean the filter area on the engine.
g
Apply a thin layer of oil to the gasket on new filter.
Install the oil filter.
h
Tighten the filter until the gasket contacts the oil filter adapter, then tighten an additional 1/2 to 3/4 turn. Only use
your hand to tighten the filter.
i
Replace the oil drain cap and fill the engine with the correct quantity and grade of oil through the filler.
j
Start the engine and check around the oil filter gasket for leaks.
k
Stop the engine and check the engine oil level.
CAUTION
The engine oil can damage your skin. Use gloves when you use engine oil. If engine oil touches your skin, clean the
area immediately.
Discard used engine oil as shown in local regulations.
ADD
FULL
Dipstick
Level Indicator
Drain Hose
Filter
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