Change Transmission Oil and Filter

Avoid injury! Touching hot surfaces can burn skin. The engine, components, and fluids are hot if the engine has been running. Allow the engine to cool before servicing or working near the engine and components.

Avoid damage! Contamination of hydraulic fluid could cause transmission damage or failure. Do not remove cap from fill opening unless necessary.

Severe or unusual conditions may require a more frequent service interval.

1. Run the engine a few minutes to warm the transmission oil.

2. Park the machine safely.

3. 
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   A - Transmission Drain Plug

   Position the drain pan under the transmission drain plug (A). Remove the plug and allow the oil to drain completely.

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4. 
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   B - Transaxle Oil Filter

   Position the drain pan under the transaxle oil filter (B). Remove and discard the filter. Allow the residual oil to drain completely.

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5. Put a film of clean transmission oil on the seal of the new filter.

6. Fill the filter 1/3 - 1/2 full of oil.

7. Install the filter and turn clockwise until the gasket contacts the mounting surface. Tighten 1/2 - 3/4 turn after gasket contact.

8. Install and tighten the drain plug.

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

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

   
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   C - Fill Cap

   Remove the fill cap (C).

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10. Add transmission oil into the fill opening.

11. Install the fill cap.

12. Start the engine. Check for oil leaks.

13. Stop the engine.

14. Check the transmission oil level. Add oil if necessary.