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Briggs Oil Chart
*Air cooled engines run hotter than automotive engines.
The use of non-synthetic, multi-viscosity oils 5W-30, 10W-
30 etc.)in temperatures above 4 degrees C (40 degrees F)
will result in higher than normal oil consumption. When
using a multi-viscosity oil, check oil level more frequently.
Oil capacity Kohler (with filter)
1.9 L (20 qts.
)
Oil capacity Briggs Vanguard (with filter)
1.4 L (1.5 qts.)
6.1.3 Changing Engine Oil
During the initial engine break-in period, change the oil after
the first 20 hours of operation. After the break-in period,
change the engine oil every 100 operating hours or annually
or more frequently if the vehicle is operated in dusty or dirty
conditions.
Draining the Engine Oil
Each engine is equipped with a drain plug for draining the
oil. The drain plug location is shown in the engine owner’s
manual. Drain the oil from the engine as follows:
1. Start and warm up the engine so the oil will drain easily.
2. Level the vehicle so the oil will drain completely.
3. Place a suitable container under oil drain of engine and
remove drain plug with a 5/16" Allen socket.
There is limited space between the engine and power
pack frame. Cut down an empty plastic container to the
correct height so it will fit under the engine oil drain.
Make sure the container will hold the correct amount
of oil in the engine.
As an alternative to draining the engine oil from the
drain plug you can use a vacuum pump and remove the
oil through the dipstick tube. A pump suitable for this is
available through your Argo dealer, Part No. 638-02.
SECTION 6
OIL, FILTER AND LUBRICATION INFORMATION
PLEASE DISPOSE OF WASTE OIL PROPERLY TO
CONSERVE OUR ENVIRONMENT.
4. When all the oil has been drained from the engine, clean
and replace the drain plug. MAKE SURE it is properly
tightened before refilling the engine.
5. See Oil Filter Replacement in Section 6.3.4.
Refilling the Engine
Refill the engine through the oil fill port with the correct
amount of oil. Make sure the appropriate grade of oil is used
(Section 6.1.2). As you add oil, frequently check the level
with the dipstick. Do not overfill. Start engine. Check for
leaks. Stop the engine. Check the oil level. Add oil only to
the “Full” mark on the dipstick.
6.2 TRANSMISSION OIL INFORMATION
6.2.1 Checking the Transmission Oil Level
CLA
Check the transmission oil level every 50 operating hours.
Most models of the ARGO are equipped with a transmission
oil dipstick (Figure 6-3). Clean the area around the dipstick
before removing. Remove the dipstick by pulling up.
Figure 6-3. 34-100 Transmission showing dipstick
and drain plug locations
The transmission oil level should be even with the mark on
the dipstick as shown in Figure 6-4. Add the recommended
gear oil through the transmission oil fill/dipstick hole until the
transmission is filled to the correct level. DO NOT OVER
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FILL. Replace the dipstick securely.
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