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Turn the radiator cap counterclockwise to the first stop to
1.
release any pressure.
Push downward on the cap and turn counter-clockwise
2.
until the cap stops then lift cap off.
Slowly pour coolant into the filler neck until the level
3.
reaches the bottom of the filler neck overflow flange.
Wait a few minutes to allow as much air as possible to
4.
escape through the filler neck, then reinstall the radiator
cap.
Fill the overflow reservoir to the “FULL” mark.
5.
Start the engine and allow it to run for a short period. Stop
6.
the engine.
Recheck the coolant level in the overflow reservoir and
7.
refill as needed. Reinstall the reservoir cap.
If engine over-temp light comes on or stays on after filling
8.
radiator and reservoir, see your Cub Cadet service dealer to
bleed air from system.
Changing the Engine Coolant
The engine coolant should be drained and replaced with new
coolant solution every 2 years or 500 hours. See your Cub Cadet
service dealer to have the engine coolant changed.
Cooling System Hoses
Check the cooling system hoses and fan belt for any cracks or
deterioration after every 100 hours of operation. Check for loose
hose connections. Replace any damaged hoses and tighten any
loose connections. Replace a worn or damaged fan belt.
Servicing the Fuel Filter
WARNING:
Do not service the fuel filter when
tractor is hot or near any source of ignition. Allow
the tractor to cool.
The utility vehicle is equipped with an in-line fuel filter and water
separator located on the right side of the vehicle underneath the
passenger seat.
WARNING:
Diesel fuel is a toxic substance. Dispose
of in an environmentally safe manner. Contact your
area EPA office for proper disposal methods and
recycling center locations.
Draining The Fuel Filter
The fuel filter is equipped with a valve to drain condensate
(water) that has separated from the diesel fuel and settled at the
bottom of the filter.
Drain the condensate from the fuel filter before each use. You
can access the fuel filter beneath the passenger seat. Refer to Fig.
6-3.
Stop the engine and raise the passenger seat by removing
1.
the wing nut securing it to the frame.
Place a suitable container beneath the filter drain valve.
2.
Turn the filter drain counterclockwise to open. Allow the
3.
water at the bottom of the filter to drain until only pure
diesel fuel drains from the valve. See Fig. 6-4.
Turn the filter drain clockwise to close.
4.
Slowly turn the air bleed knob counterclockwise until fuel
5.
begins to seeps out around the bleed knob. Turn air bleed
knob clockwise to close. Refer to Fig. 6-4.
Figure 6-3
Figure 6-4
Air
Bleed
Knob
Fuel
Filter
Drain
Clamp
Fuel
Line
