Service Daily Before Start-Up

1. Check the engine oil level. Wipe dipstick (A) off and reinsert it fully. Remove and locate oil level.

Safe operating range is between two marks on dipstick. Do not operate engine when oil level is below lower mark on dipstick. Add seasonal viscosity grade oil through filler hole (B). (See Fuel, Lubricants, and Coolant section for oil specifications.)


A-Engine Oil Dipstick
B-Engine Oil Filler Hole

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2. Drain water and sediment from fuel filter drain (B). (See Drain Water and Sediment from Fuel Filter) in Service-10 Hours.


B-Fuel Filter Drain

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causym CAUTION: DO NOT remove radiator cap or drain coolant until coolant is cold. Always loosen radiator cap slowly to relieve any excess pressure.

3. Check coolant level in radiator (A) by removing cap (B). Coolant level should be to the bottom of the filler neck. If level is low, add coolant. (See Fuels and Lubricants section.)

4. Lubricate the following items at 10 hour intervals if operating in extremely wet or muddy conditions.

  • Front axle pivot pin(s)
  • Steering spindles
  • Tie rod ends

Use multipurpose grease. (See Fuels, Lubricants, and Coolants section for grease specifications.)

For detailed information see Lubrication and Maintenance section.

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A-Radiator
B-Radiator Cap

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