Changing John Deere Easy Change™ 30-Second Oil Change System (If equipped)

• For engines equipped with the Easy Change system.
• Replaces the filter and a portion of the engine oil.

1. Park the machine safely using parking brake, turn off engine, and disconnect spark plug wires.

   Oil should be changed when engine is cool. It is not necessary to run engine prior to changing oil.

   Lift hood.

2. Remove shipping tie strap (if equipped) on first service only.

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   A - Easy Change ™ Oil System (ECOS)

   Remove old Easy Change Oil System (ECOS) (A) by rotating the filter 90 degrees counter clockwise. Push down while rotating.

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4. Wipe clean any drips.

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   B - Rubber Cap

   Remove rubber cap (B) from new ECOS.

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6. 
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   Shown in Locked Position

   C - Alignment Pointer on the ECOS

   D - Unlocked Pointer

   E - Locked Pointer

   Install new ECOS by aligning the alignment pointer (C) on the ECOS with the unlocked pointer (D) on the engine. Rotate the ECOS 90 degrees clockwise, until the detent lock engages and the lock pointer on the ECOS (C) and engine (E) are aligned.

   Keep turning the ECOS until the detent is engaged and the lock symbols are aligned.

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7. Check oil level with the dipstick. Add oil if necessary.

8. Start and run engine at idle to check for leaks. Stop engine. Fix any leaks before operating.

9. Connect spark plug wires, start and run engine at idle to check for leaks. Stop engine. Fix any leaks before operating.

10. Lower the hood.

11. The rubber cap can be installed on the used ECOS.

    Many local government recycling programs, authorized retailers, auto repair stations, and auto parts stores will puncture and recycle used oil filters and oil.