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a) Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key.
b) Tilt seat up and tilt hood forward to gain access to the engine area.
c) Drain oil while engine is warm from operation.
d) Remove the oil drain plug. There are two oil drain plugs available. One drain
plug is located at the front of the engine; the other is located on the right side.
Either drain plug can be used. Allow oil to drain then replace the drain plug.
e) Replace the oil filter every other oil change.
f) Clean around oil filter and unscrew filter to remove.
g) Before reinstalling a new filter, apply a thin coating of fresh clean oil on the
surface of the gasket.
h) Turn filter clockwise until rubber seal contacts the filter adapter, then tighten
filter an additional 1 full turn.
i) Clean around oil fill cap and remove cap. Fill to specified capacity and replace
cap. Use oil recommended in engine owner’s manual. DO NOT overfill.
j) Start the engine at idle for 5 minutes. Stop engine and wait three minutes,
then check the oil level. If required, add oil to bring level to the “FULL” mark
on the dipstick. DO NOT overfill.
k) Check for leaks, including around the oil filter.
5.1.12 Change engine coolant
:
Service Interval: 4 years/4000 hours* - Dex-Cool© extended life
coolant (orange color)
* It is recommended to service at whichever interval happens first.
a) Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove key. Machine
must be positioned on level surface.
b) Tilt seat up and tilt hood forward to gain access to the cooling area.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦ Engine coolant is hot and pressurized.
♦ Radiator and surrounding parts are hot.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦ Spray or steam from hot, pressurized liquid in the
engine cooling system or touching a hot radiator may
cause severe burns.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦ Allow the engine to cool completely before removing
the radiator cap or servicing any component of the
cooling system.
CAUTION
POTENTIAL HAZARD
♦ Engine coolant is toxic.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
♦ Swallowing coolant can cause poisoning.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
♦ Do not swallow
♦ Keep out of reach of children and pets.