Changing Transaxle Oil

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

  2. Raise and secure cargo box with latch support.

  3. IMPORTANT: Dirt and debris in oil may cause damage to the transaxle. Clean area around opening before removing dipstick.

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    Position drain pan under transaxle drain plug (A).



  4. Remove plug and drain oil.

  5. Check washer on drain plug. Replace if missing or in poor condition.

  6. Install and tighten drain plug to specification.

    ItemMeasurementSpecification
    Transaxle Drain PlugTorque30-35 N·m (22-26 lb-ft)

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    Remove dipstick (B) located on top of transaxle housing. Wipe dipstick clean.



  8. Add recommended fluid.

  9. Wait for two minutes then check oil level. Add oil if necessary.

  10. Install dipstick and tighten.

  11. Lower the cargo box.

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