PERIODIC SERVICE
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B
Replacing Engine Oil Filter (ZG124E,
ZG127E)
To avoid serious injury:
A
Engine oil is a toxic substance. Dispose of
used oil properly. Contact your local
authorities for approved disposal methods or
possible recycling.
To avoid personal injury:
A
Be sure to stop the engine and remove the key
before changing the oil and the oil filter
cartridge.
A
Allow engine to cool down sufficiently; oil can
be hot and may cause burns.
The oil filter cartridge must be changed
every 50 service
hours
or
annually
.
Always use a genuine oil filter.
1. The drain plug is located on the starter side of the oil
pan. Clean the area around the oil drain plug and the
oil fill cap/dipstick.
2. Remove the drain plug and the oil fill cap/dipstick.
3. Allow the oil to drain and then reinstall the drain plug.
4. Remove the old filter and wipe off the filter adapter with
a clean cloth.
5. Place a new replacement filter in a shallow pan with
the open end up. Pour new oil, of the proper type, in
through the threaded center hole. Stop pouring when
the oil reaches the bottom of the threads. Allow a
minute or two for the oil to be absorbed by the filter
material.
6. Apply a thin film of clean oil to the rubber gasket on the
new oil filter.
7. Install the new oil filter to the filter adapter. Hand
tighten the filter clockwise until the rubber gasket
contacts the adapter, then tighten the filter an
additional
1/2 to 3/4 turn
.
8. Fill the engine with the proper oil to the "FULL" or "F"
mark on the dipstick. Always check the oil level with
the dipstick before adding more oil.
9. Reinstall the oil fill cap/dipstick and tighten securely.
10.Start the engine and check for oil leaks. Recheck oil
level before placing the engine into service.
Stop the engine, correct any leaks, and allow a minute
for the oil to drain down, then recheck the level on the
dipstick.
A
To prevent extensive engine wear or damage, always
maintain the proper oil level in the crankcase. Never
operate the engine with the oil level below the "ADD"
or "L" mark or above the "FULL" or "F" mark on the
dipstick.
(1) Engine oil filter cartridge
(A) "MOUNTING SURFACE"
