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SERVICE ENGINE
MX10526
Picture Note: Model 17.542 used for photo
purposes.
4. Remove dipstick (A). Wipe with clean cloth.
5. Install dipstick.
• Briggs and Stratton Engines: Install and tighten
dipstick.
• Kohler Engines: Install dipstick in tube, but do not
tighten it. Let dipstick threads rest on top of tube, turn
cap counterclockwise until it “clicks” or starts to engage
threads.
6. Remove dipstick.
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7. Check oil level on dipstick. Oil must be between ADD
and FULL marks.
8. If oil level is low, add oil to bring oil level no higher than
FULL mark on dipstick. Do not overfill.
9. Install and tighten dipstick. Lower hood.
Changing Engine Oil and Filter
1. Run engine to warm oil.
2. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the
SAFETY section.)
3. Lift hood.
4. Put drain pan under drain valve.
MX10525
Picture Note: Model 17.542 used for photo
purposes.
5. Rotate and remove drain cap (B) and drain oil into oil
drain pan. Allow oil to drain completely.
6. Remove dipstick (A).
7. Replace oil filter (C), if equipped.
a. Wipe dirt from around oil filter (C).
b. Place a drain pan or funnel under filter tray.
c. Remove old filter and wipe off filter tray.
d. Put a light coat of fresh, clean oil on the filter gasket.
e. Install replacement oil filter by turning oil filter to the
right (clockwise) until the rubber gasket contacts filter
base. Tighten filter an additional one-half turn.
8. Install drain cap.
9. Add oil no higher than FULL mark on dipstick. Use
approximately the amount of oil listed below. Do not overfill.
10.Install dipstick.
A
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Change the oil more
often if the vehicle is used in extreme conditions:
• Extremely dusty conditions.
• Frequent slow or low-speed operation.
• Frequent short trips.
A
B
C