Change Engine Oil and Replace Filter
IMPORTANT:
If fuel sulfur content exceeds 0.5 percent, change engine oil at 1/2 the normal interval.
If engine has not run 250 hours before the season changes, change oil.
CAUTION:
Prevent possible injury from unexpected machine movement. Never rely on FNR/range lever to keep machine from moving. Always engage park brake to hold machine.
1.
Run engine to warm oil. Park machine on a level surface. Engage park brake. (See Prepare Machine for Maintenance in Periodic Maintenance chapter.)
NOTE:
Dispose of waste oil properly.
2.
Remove engine oil drain plug (A). Allow oil to drain into a container.
3.
Using a suitable filter wrench, turn engine oil filter (B) counterclockwise and remove from base. Clean mounting surfaces of base as necessary.
4.
Apply a thin film of oil to sealing ring on new engine oil filter, and install by turning new filter clockwise by hand until gasket touches mounting surface. Torque an additional 1/2-3/4 turn with filter wrench.
5.
Install engine oil drain plug.
6.
Remove engine oil fill cap (C) and fill engine with oil to specification. (See Fuels and Lubricants chapter for proper type of oil to use.)
Specification
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Engine Oil
-Capacity
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12.8 L (13.5 qt)
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