Checking Transmission Oil Level

1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the Safety section.) Allow machine to cool down for at least 1 hour.

2. IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Dirt and contamination can enter transmission when checking oil level. Clean area around dipstick before removing.

   
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   A - Dipstick

   B - Oil Level Mark

   C - Oil Level Mark

   D - Oil Filler Cap

   Pull to remove dipstick (A) located at left side of transaxle. Wipe with a clean cloth.

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3. Install dipstick.

4. Remove dipstick.

5. Check oil level on dipstick. Correct oil level is between marks (B and C) on dipstick.

6. IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Help prevent dirt and other contaminants from entering the transmission. Clean area around fill cap before removing.

   Do not overfill transmission. Oil expands during operation and could overflow.

   If oil level is low:

   • Remove filler cap (D).
   • Add recommended oil through fill opening until oil level is correct.
   
   

7. If oil exceeds top mark on the dipstick, drain to proper level.

8. Install dipstick.

9. Install and tighten filler cap.