Checking Engine Oil Level

IMPORTANT: Failure to check the oil level regularly could lead to serious engine problems if oil level is out of the operating range:

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

1. Park the machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)

2. Let engine cool.

3. Tip seats forward.

4. Raise and secure cargo box.

5. Remove engine access panel.

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   Remove dipstick (A). Wipe dipstick with a clean rag.

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7. Install dipstick. Rest dipstick on threads of tube.

8. Remove dipstick.

9. Check oil level:

   • Oil level must be between fill marks on dipstick.
   • If oil level is low, add oil to bring oil level no higher than upper mark on dipstick.
   • If oil level is above upper mark, drain to proper level. Determine cause of this condition and correct.
   
   

10. Install dipstick.

11. Install engine access panel.

12. Lower the cargo box.

13. Tip seats back.