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4. Remove the drain plug from the bot-
tom of the engine and drain the oil
into a drain pan.
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5. Use an appropriate oil filter wrench to
remove the old oil filter and dispose
of properly. Do not re-use oil filter.
NOTE:
To
access
the
filter,
remove the seat, seat back, and
seat base (see Seats in General
Information).
NOTE: Clean up any excess oil
after removing the filter.
6. Apply oil to the new filter O-ring and
check to make sure it is positioned
correctly; then install the new oil fil-
ter. Tighten 3/4 turn after contact with
the sealing flange.
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7. Install the engine drain plug and
tighten to 22 N-m (16 ft-lb). Pour the
recommended oil in the fill hole (700)
or oil level stick opening (500).
Install the oil fill cap (700) or the oil
level stick (500).
8. Start the engine (while the vehicle is
outside on level ground) and allow it
to idle for a few minutes.
9. Turn the engine off and wait approxi-
mately one minute. Check the oil level
(see Oil Level Stick on page 31).
10. Inspect the area around the drain plug
and oil filter for leaks.
11. Install the seat base, seat, and back-
rest.
Front Differential And
Rear Drive Gear Lubricant
(Inspecting/Changing)
Inspect and change the gear lubricant in
each according to the Maintenance
Schedule. When changing the lubricant,
use the following procedure.
1. Place the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the front differential and rear
drive fill plugs.
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