Kubota G18, Operator'S Manual, Page: 138 / 206

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IMPORTANT:
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Operate only at low RPM’s immediately after
changing the transmission fluid and filter
cartridge.
Keep the engine at medium speed for a few
minutes to insure proper lubrication of all parts so
there is no damage to transmission.
(1) Drain plug
TRANSMISSION OIL FILTER
CARTRIDGE
쏋
Changing
3
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury:
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Be sure to stop the engine and remove
the key before changing the oil filter
cartridge.
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Allow transmission case to cool down
sufficiently; oil can be hot and may
cause burns.
1. The oil filter cartridge must be changed every 300
service hours.
(1) Oil filter cartridge
2. Remove the oil filter cartridge by using the filter
wrench.
3. Lightly tighten the screw
A
by using a
screwdriver.
4. Apply a slight coat of oil onto the cartridge gasket.
5. To install the new cartridge, screw it in by hand.
Over tightening may cause deformation of rubber
gasket.
6. After the new cartridge has been replaced, the
transmission fluid level normally lowers a little.
Add fluid to proper level. Check for oil leaks
around filter gasket.
IMPORTANT:
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To prevent serious damage to a hydraulic system,
the replacement filter must be a highly efficient, 10
µm filter. Use only a genuine KUBOTA filter or its
equivalent.