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 SAFETY.)

2. 
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   Open access cover (A) between seats to gain access to oil fill cap.

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3. Remove dipstick (B) and wipe it clean.

4. Install dipstick.

5. Remove dipstick.

6. Check oil level:

   • Oil level must be between hatch marks on dipstick.
   • If oil level is low, remove cap (C) and 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.
   
   

7. Install dipstick.

8. Lower the oil access cover between seats.