Change Engine Oil and Filter

Service Interval
  Initial-100 Hours
  Regular-250 Hours*
  Regular-500 Hours**
  * 250 hours when using any lubricant other than TorqGARD or PLUS 50.
  ** 500 hours when using John Deere TorqGARD or PLUS 50 lubricant and filter.

 

1. If engine has not been running, start engine and let it run at low idle for 2-3 minutes. Stop engine and wait 2-3 minutes for oil to drain back into oil sump.

If engine has been running, slow speed down to low idle and let it run for 2-3 minutes. Stop engine and wait 2-3 minutes.

2. Remove filler cap (B).

3. Remove plug (C) and drain oil.

4. Remove engine oil filter (D).

5. Apply a film of oil on new oil filter gasket and install filter. Hand-tighten plus 1/2 turn.

6. Install and tighten drain plug.

NOTE: Oil levels within the crosshatch are considered in the acceptable operating range. Cross-hatch area is considered FULL.

7. Add oil.

Specification

Engine Crankcase Oil with Filter -Capacity 12 L (13 qt)

8. Start engine and check for leaks.

9. Stop engine and remove key. Recheck oil level.

P14499

Left-Hand Side

P14500
P14501A

Right-Hand Side


A-Dipstick
B-Filler Cap
C-Drain Plug
D-Oil Filter

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