Checking Transmission Oil Level

  1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in 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

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



  3. Install dipstick.

  4. Remove dipstick.

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    B - Oil Level Mark

    C - Oil Level Mark

    Check oil level on dipstick. Correct oil level is between levels (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.

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    D - Oil Filler Cap

    If oil level is low:

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



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

  8. Install dipstick.

  9. Install and tighten filler cap.

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