Operator's Manual

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6. Torque the second locknut to 8–10 in.-lb. (1 N⋅m).
7. Start the engine and shift into Forward, Reverse, and
Neutral several times to ensure that the neutral bracket
is operating properly.
2
1
Figure 18
1. Neutral bracket 2. Locknuts
Servicing the Engine Oil
Check the oil level before each use.
Change the oil after the first 8 operating hours and every 50
hours thereafter.
Replace the oil filter every 100 hours.
Note: Change the oil and oil filter more frequently when
operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SG, SH, SJ, or
higher)
Crankcase Capacity: 48 oz./1-1/2 qt. (1.4 liters) when the
filter is changed
Viscosity: See the table below
F
–20 0 20 40 60 80 100
°
C
–30
°
–20 –10 0 10 20 30 40
USE THESE SAE VISCOSITY OILS
Checking the Oil Level
To check the oil level, refer to Checking the Crankcase Oil,
page 13.
Changing and Draining the Oil
1. Start the vehicle and let it run for a few minutes to
warm the oil.
2. Park the machine on a level surface, set the parking
brake, turn the ignition off, and remove the key.
3. Raise the bed and secure it with the prop rod.
4. Disconnect the spark plug wires and battery cables.
5. Remove the drain plug (Fig. 19) and let the oil flow into
a drain pan. When the oil drains completely, install the
drain plug.
Note: Dispose of the used oil at a certified recycling center.
1
2
Figure 19
1. Engine oil drain plug 2. Engine oil filter
6. Pour oil into fill opening until the oil level is up to the
“FULL” mark on the dipstick. Add the oil slowly and
check the level often during this process. Do not
overfill.
7. Reinstall the oil fill cap and dipstick firmly in place.
Changing the Oil Filter
Replace the oil filter every 100 operating hours or yearly,
whichever occurs first.
1. Drain the oil from the engine; refer to Changing and
Draining the Oil, page 22.
2. Remove the existing oil filter (Fig. 19). Apply a light
coat of clean oil to the new filter gasket.
3. Screw the filter on until gasket contacts mounting plate,
then tighten filter an additional 1/2 to 3/4 turn further.
Do not overtighten.
4. Fill the crankcase with the proper type of new oil; refer
to Servicing the Engine Oil, page 22.