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Section 7 Lubrication
4200ATR Light Utility Vehicle 710-040M
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3.
Insert and remove dipstick without screwing it into the
fill neck. Check oil level shown on dipstick.
4.
Fill to edge of oil fill hole with recommended oil when
oil level is low.
5.
Replace filler cap/dipstick and tighten securely.
Engine Oil Change
Warm oil drains quickly and completely. Therefore, drain
used engine oil while engine is still warm as follows:
1.
Park vehicle on a level surface, set park brake, turn off
ignition switch, and remove switch key.
2.
Place a suitable container below engine to catch used
oil. Remove filler cap/dipstick and drain plug.
3.
Allow used oil to drain completely and then reinstall
and tighten drain plug securely.
4.
Dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is
compatible with the environment. Do not throw used
oil in the trash, pour it on the ground, or down a drain.
5.
Fill oil to the outer edge of the oil fill hole with
recommended oil. Engine must be level when filling.
6.
Replace filler cap/dipstick and tighten securely.
Engine Oil Drain, Fill & Check Locations
Figure 7-1
DRAIN PLUG
Engine Oil
A general description for engine oil maintenance,
recommendations, and capacities is provided below. See
Engine Operator’s Manual for a detailed description.
Engine Oil Fill and Drain Locations
Refer to Figure 7-1
See also "Section 10 Specifications & Capacities" on page
33
Filler cap/dipstick location: At rear end of engine
Drain plug location: At rear end of engine
Type of Lubrication: SAE 10W30
Engine Oil Capacity: 1.16 US qts. / 1.1 liters
Quantity: Fill oil to outer edge of oil fill hole.
Engine Oil Maintenance Schedule
•
Check oil level after each use
•
Make first oil change after the first month of operation or
at 20 hours of operation (whichever comes first).
•
Make all subsequent oil changes every 6 months or
every 100 hours of operation (whichever comes first).
Engine Oil Level Check
Refer to Figure 7-1
Check engine oil daily with filler cap/dipstick located at the
engine rear end as follows:
1.
Park vehicle on a level surface, set park brake, turn off
ignition switch, and remove switch key.
2.
Remove filler cap/dipstick and wipe it clean.
NOTE: Running engine low on oil can cause engine
damage and void engine warranty.
NOTE: Overfilling of oil level can cause loss of power,
engine damage and void engine warranty.
6 mo/300 hrs
Section 7 Lubrication
Lubrication Points
50
Multi-purpose
spray lube
Multi-purpose
grease lube
Intervals at which
lubrication is required
Multi-purpose
oil lube
