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SECTION 6
OIL, FILTER AND LUBRICATION INFORMATION
6.1 ENGINE OIL INFORMATION
Detailed information on standard workshop and safety
procedures and general installation practices is not
included here. ODG assumes no responsibility or li-
ability for PERSONAL INJURY or VEHICLE DAMAGE
which results from any procedure performed, including
those procedures outlined here. Before performing any
procedure, an individual must have determined to his/
her satisfaction that personal injury or vehicle damage
will not result from the procedure, working environment
or tools selected.
6.1.1 Checking the Engine Oil Level
Check the engine oil level each day before operating the
engine.
To check the oil during an operating period, shut the engine
off, let it cool down and allow the oil time to drain into the
sump before checking the oil level. Position the vehicle so
the engine is level.
Kohler engines (Figure 6-1 ) and Briggs & Stratton Engines
(Figure 6-2) are equipped with a dipstick and a separate oil
filler tube. To check the oil level, clean the area around the
dipstick before removing. Remove the dipstick and wipe it
with a clean cloth. Re-insert the dipstick and push it all the
way into the tube. Remove the dipstick and check the oil
level. The oil level should be between the ADD and FULL
marks. If the level has dropped, add oil to bring the level up
to the FULL mark.
DO NOT OVERFILL.
Oil Fill
Fuel Filter
Oil Drain
Plug
Oil Cooler
Dipstick
Spark Plug
Oil Filter
Figure 6-1. Kohler Command Pro EFI engine.
Do not run the engine if the oil level is above the FULL
mark or below the ADD mark. Premature engine dam-
age or total engine failure can occur when the oil level
is not properly maintained.
Figure 6-2. BRIGGS & STRATTON Vanguard engines.
Oil fill, filter and dipstick location
6.1.2 Recommended Engine Oil
Use a high quality detergent oil of API (American Petroleum
Institute) service class as listed in chart. Choose the correct
viscosity of oil for seasonal driving conditions. Using the
proper type and weight of oil in the crankcase is extremely im-
portant.
Argo Brand 5W40 synthetic oil is also an approved
engine oil for your vehicle (Part No. 130-103).
Check oil
daily and change oil regularly. Failure to use the correct oil,
or using dirty oil, causes premature engine wear and failure.
Kohler Oil Chart
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