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Engine Oil – Gasoline Vehicle
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK
1.
Remove the oil level dipstick from the oil filler tube, and wipe oil off dipstick (1)
See following
CAUTION.
CAUTION
• Do not remove dipstick while engine is running.
2.
Check oil by fully inserting the dipstick into the oil filler tube (2) and immediately removing it.
3.
If the oil level is at or below the low level mark on the dipstick gauge, add oil until the level is between low
and full levels (safe level) (3).
4.
Insert the dipstick into the oil filler tube.
See following NOTE.
NOTE:
Properly recycle or dispose of used oil in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
1
3
2
1.Full level 2. Safe level 3. Low level.
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Figure 10-3
Engine Oil Level Check
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER CHANGE
Engine oil and oil filter should be changed after the first 100 hours of operation. After that, they should be changed
every 200 hours of operation or annually, whichever comes first.
1.
Turn the key switch to the OFF position, then remove the key. Place the Forward/Reverse handle in the neutral
POSITION. Chock the front wheels.
2.
Access the engine compartment.
3.
Disconnect battery and spark plug wire(s).
See Disconnecting the Battery – Gasoline Vehicles, Section
4.
Position a pan designed for oil changes under the front drain plug
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2007-2009 Turf 252, Carryall 252 and XRT 900 Maintenance and Service Manual