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Lubrication & Maintenance/250 Hour/6 Month
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RG7961A –UN–22JAN99
Removing Oil Filter Element
A—Oil Filter Element
4. Turn filter element (A) counterclockwise using a
suitable filter wrench to remove. Discard oil filter
element.
NOTE: Depending on engine application, oil filter may be
located on either side of the engine.
5. Remove oil filter packing and clean filter mounting pad.
IMPORTANT: Filtration of oils is critical to proper
lubrication. Always change filter
regularly. Use filter meeting John Deere
performance specifications.
6. Oil new packing and install new filter element. Hand
tighten element according to values printed on filter
element. If values are not provided, tighten element
approximately 3/4 — 1-1/4 turn after packing contacts
filter housing. DO NOT overtighten filter element.
7. Install oil pan drain plug with O-ring or copper washer.
If copper washer is used, install with raised center
against plug. If O-ring or washer is damaged, replace
it.
8. Tighten drain plug to specifications.
Specification
Oil Pan Drain Plug With Copper
Washer—Torque 70 N•m (52 lb ft).............................................................
Oil Pan Drain Plug With O-Ring—
Torque 50 N•m (37 lb ft).............................................................................
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