Check Engine Oil Level

Avoid damage! Failure to check the oil level regularly could lead to a serious engine problem:

  • 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.

Check engine oil when engine is cold. If engine is warm, allow to cool for at least 5 minutes before checking oil.

Check engine oil with the machine parked on a level surface.

  1. Park the machine safely.

  2. Avoid damage! Dirt and contamination can enter engine when checking oil level. Clean area around dipstick before loosening or removing.

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    A - Dipstick

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



  3. Install dipstick.

  4. Remove dipstick.

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    B - Oil Level

    C - Oil Level

    Check oil level on dipstick. Oil level should be between levels (B) and (C) on dipstick.



  6. If oil level is low:

    1. Raise hood.

    2. Remove right side panel.



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      D - Oil Fill Cap

      Remove oil fill cap (D).

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

    5. Install dipstick.

  7. If oil is above LEVEL (B) on dipstick, drain to the proper level.

  8. Install right side panel.

  9. Lower hood.

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