B
MAINTENANCE
Read all of SAFETY and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
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Owner’s Guide
The engine can be operated safely as long as oil is within the safe
operating range as indicated on the dip stick.
Do not operate vehi-
cle if oil level is below the safe area indicated on the dipstick.
Oil should be added to bring the level into the safe operating range.
Remember that oil expands as it gets hot,
Do not overfill
. Check
that the oil cap is firmly in place.
When adding oil between oil changes, do not mix brands and vis-
cosity grades of oil.
The oil dipstick/fill cap must be in place before operating the engine. Failure to install the dipstick/fill cap will result in oil
becoming contaminated and/or oil being discharged into the engine compartment.
Changing the Oil
Tool List
Quantity
Tool List
Quantity
Socket, 19 mm ............................................................ 1
Oil Filter Wrench ......................................................... 1
Ratchet ........................................................................ 1
Oil Drain Pan............................................................... 1
Extension, 8" ............................................................... 1
For maximum performance and longevity, the engine oil should
be replaced after the first 8 hours of operation. After the initial oil
change, it should be changed every 125 hours of operation or
semi-annually, whichever comes first.
The selection of oil is dependent upon the service that the vehicle
will perform. Most vehicles require 10W-30 oil, whereas vehicles
used at capacity or near capacity load applications will utilize
10W-40 oil after a break-in period of 100 hours.
If vehicle is to be stored over winter months, it can be stored
with old oil left in engine. The oil should be changed as part of
spring maintenance to remove any moisture that has accumu-
lated during storage.
Be aware that engine fluids may be hot and contact to the skin may cause severe burns. Wear
rubber gloves to protect skin from exposure to the old oil and degreaser.
The oil should be changed with engine warm. Park vehicle on a level surface, engage parking brake and remove key.
Maximum Oil Level
For Hot Engine
Do Not Overfill
Fill Cold Engine
To This Point
Safe
Operating Range
Hot Engine
Add Oil
-20
0
20
40
60
80
100
-30
-20
-10
0
10
20
30
40
C
F
0
0
10W-30
10W-40
HEAVY DUTY WORK
LIGHT DUTY WORK
(AIR TEMPERATURE)
10W-30
