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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Oil Ch ange (400/500)
7. Place shop towels beneath the oil filter. Using an oil filter wrench,
turn the filter (1) counterclockwise and remove.
8. Lubricate the gasket on the new filter with a film of new engine
oil. Check to make sure the gasket is in good condition. Also
make sure the gasket from the old filter is not still on the engine.
9. Install the new filter and tighten by hand 1/2 to 3/4 turn after
gasket contacts the engine.
10. Approximately one cup of
engine oil will remain in the
crankcase. To drain, remove
the drain plug on the lower
right side of the crankcase.
NOTE: The sealing
surfaces on the drain plug
and crankcase should be
clean and free of burrs, nicks
or scratches.
11. After draining, reinstall the
drain plug.
12. R emove the dipstick (2) and add two quarts (1.9 l) of the
recommended oil. Reinstall the dipstick. NOTE: If the sump is
not drained, add about 1 3/4 quarts initially.
13. Place the gear selector in neutral and set the parking brake.
14. S t art the engine and let it idle for one to two minutes. Stop the
engine and inspect for leaks.
15. Recheck the oil level on the dipstick and add oil as necessary to
bring it to the recommended level on the dipstick.
16. Dispose of used filter and oil properly.
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Loss of oil pump prime could result in engine damage. It’s
extremely important to drain, refill and start the engine in an
expedient manner. Do not allow the engine to sit without oil for
extended periods.
CAUTION