Section 7: Lubrication and Fluids
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Table of Contents
Transmission Fluid
Transmission lubrication is essential and must be
maintained to ensure long life of the transmission. It is
extremely important to use proper fluid. Also, it is
important to check and change oil as outlined in the
maintenance schedule below.
Transmission Maintenance Schedule
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Check case housing for damage and possible fluid
leakage after each use.
•
Check fluid level every 6 months or every 100 hours
(whichever comes first).
•
Change fluid once every 4 years or every 400 hours
(whichever comes first).
Transmission Fluid Type and Capacity
See also "Section 10: Specifications and Capacities" on
page 40.
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Type of Fluid: Dextron 3 automatic transmission fluid
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Fluid capacity: 2 quarts or fill to bottom of fill plug.
Transmission Oil Level Check
Refer to Figure 7-8
Check transmission oil level at fill plug (See Figure 7-8) as
follows:
1.
Prepare vehicle for maintenance as outlined in steps
1-6 on page 22.
2.
Remove fill plug and verify oil is level with bottom of fill
hole.
3.
Add new fluid at the check hole if fluid level is low.
4.
Replace fill plug and tighten securely.
Figure 7-8
NOTE: Running vehicle low on transmission oil can
damage transmission and void its warranty.
6mo/100hrs
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Engine Muffler
Transmission Plug
Transmission Fluid Change
The transmission fluid needs to be changed only if water
gets into it. Drain transmission fluid by siphoning the fluid
out through the fill hole or remove transmission from the
vehicle to drain the fluid out through the fill hole.
Brake Fluid
For your safety and the safety of others it is important that
the master cylinder fluid be maintained. Have a Land Pride
Service Technician inspect the vehicle if the master
cylinder is loosing fluid frequently.
Brake Fluid Maintenance Schedule
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Check fluid reservoir monthly.
•
Fill reservoir immediately if low or if braking capabilities
begin to fade.
Brake Fluid Type and Capacity
See also "Section 10: Specifications and Capacities" on
page 40
•
Type of fluid: DOT 3
•
Quantity: Fill to within 1/2” of reservoir opening.
Brake Fluid Level Check
Refer to Figure 7-9
The master cylinder fluid reservoir is located just above
the foot pedals. Remove filler cap and visually inspect
level of fluid inside the reservoir. Add DOT 3 fluid to the
reservoir until filled to within 1/2” of reservoir opening.
Figure 7-9
Not Required
unless water
gets in the fluid
Monthly
Fill Cap
Reservoir
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