Checking Engine Oil Level

IMPORTANT: Failure to check the oil level regularly could lead to serious engine problems if oil level is low:

• Check oil level before operating.
• Check oil level when the engine is cold and not running.
• Keep level between the Full and the Add marks.
• Shut off engine before adding oil.

NOTE: Check oil twice a day if you run engine over 4 hours in a day.

Make sure engine is cold when checking engine oil level.

1. Park the machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the Safety Section.)

2. Raise hood.

3. IMPORTANT: Dirt and contamination can enter engine when checking oil level. Clean area around dipstick before loosening or removing.

   
   LVAL38521-UN-20SEP12

   2025R shown

   A - Dipstick

   B - Oil Fill Cap

   
   LVAL38522-UN-20SEP12

   2032R shown

   A - Dipstick

   B - Oil Fill Cap

   Remove dipstick (A), located at the right side of the engine. Wipe with a clean cloth.

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4. Install dipstick.

5. Remove dipstick.

6. Check oil level on dipstick. Oil level should be between full and add hole marks on dipstick.

7. If oil level is low:

   1. Remove oil fill cap (B).

   2. Add recommended engine oil until level is within operating range on dipstick. Do not overfill.

8. If oil is above top hole mark on the dipstick, drain to proper level.

9. Install dipstick.

10. Lower hood.