Checking Engine Oil Level

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Avoid dirt and other contaminants from entering the oil dipstick tube location. Clean area around dipstick before removing.

Failure to check the oil level regularly could lead to serious engine problems if oil level is low:

• Check oil level before operating.

• Check oil level when the engine is cold and not running.

• Keep level between the full and the add marks.

• Shut off engine before adding oil.

• If you run engine over 4 operating hours a day, check oil level twice a day.

  1. Raise attachment to service position. (See Using the Lift Cylinder Safety Support in the Safety section.)

  2. Park vehicle safely. (See Parking Safely in the Safety section.)

  3. TCAL45029
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    Diesel Model

    TCAL45030
    TCAL45030-UN-14MAY13

    Gas Model

    Allow engine to cool for 2-3 minutes. Remove dipstick (A) and wipe with a clean cloth.



  4. Install dipstick.

  5. TCAL45031
    TCAL45031-UN-14MAY13

    Diesel Model

    TCAL45032
    TCAL45032-UN-14MAY13

    Gas Model

    Remove dipstick. Check oil level on dipstick; oil level must be between levels (B) and (C) on the dipstick.

    • If oil is low, add oil to bring oil level no higher than level (C) on the dipstick.
    • If oil level is above level (B) on the dipstick, drain to proper level.



  6. Install dipstick.

  7. Lower attachment.

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