John Deere GT2554 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
Service Engine - 25
SERVICE ENGINE
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4. Remove dipstick (A). Wipe with clean cloth.
5. Insert dipstick into tube and rest oil fill cap on tube. Do
not thread cap onto tube.
6. Remove dipstick and check oil level.
7. Oil must be between add and full marks.
8. Add oil to full mark if necessary. Do not overfill.
9. Install and tighten dipstick. Lower hood.
Changing Engine Oil
1. Run engine to warm oil.
2. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the Safety
section.)
3. Wipe debris and dirt from around dipstick.
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4. Put drain pan under drain extension (A).
5. Remove drain plug (A) and drain oil into oil drain pan.
6. Replace drain plug. Tighten to 13.6 Nm (10 ft-lb).
7. Remove dipstick (B) and fill with new oil of
recommended grade.
Approximate engine oil capacity: 2.1 L (2 qt)
8. Install dipstick and then remove to check oil level. Oil
level must be between add and full marks. Do not overfill.
9. Install and tighten dipstick.
10.Start engine and check for oil leaks. Correct any leaks
before operating.
Changing Engine Oil Filter
1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the Safety
section.)
c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Hot Engine and Hot Oil
can cause severe burns. Allow engine
temperature to drop from hot to warm level
before attempting to change oil.
A
c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Hot engine and hot oil
can cause severe burns. Allow engine
temperature to drop from hot to warm level
before attempting to change oil and filter.
To prevent accidental starting, remove wire
from spark plugs and disconnect battery at
negative terminal before servicing engine.
B
A