Engine Oil Change

The engine oil should be changed according to the Maintenance Inspection Schedule.

Note See Specifications chapter for correct oil type.
Important Never overfill the engine oil. Overfilling the oil can result in increased oil consumption, high oil temperature, accelerated oil degradation rate, and increase engine load.

  1. Verify the unit is on a level surface for draining and oil level checking. The engine should be warm when draining the oil.

  2. Turn the Service Switch (Unit ON/OFF switch) to the OFF position.

  3. Drain the engine oil into a suitable container.

  4. Note It is important to get as much of the oil out as possible because most of the dirt particles are contained in the last smallest quantity of oil that drains out of the pan.

  5. Refill the oil sump with fresh engine oil. A new oil filter must also be filled with oil before it is installed; therefore, use a total oil volume required to fill the filter and sump, approximately: 13 quarts (12.3 liters/litres). Fully thread the dipstick back into the oil pan, then remove it to check oil level.

  6. Turn the Service Switch (Unit ON/OFF switch) to the ON position.

  7. Start and run the unit and check for oil leaks.

  8. Shut unit off.

  9. Remove the dipstick from the oil pan and wipe it clean. Fully thread the dipstick back into the oil pan, then remove it to check oil level.

  10. Add oil if needed. The oil level must be within the cross-hatch area of the dipstick. Never overfill the engine oil.

  11. Properly dispose of the used engine oil and filter.

Parent topic: Engine Maintenance