MAINTENANCE
TRANSMISSION
To prevent contamination in hydraulic system, Do not drain or change
hydrostatic transmission fluid.
SAE lOW30 engine oil with API classifications of SE, CC, or CD is
recommended in the transmission. Do not use Honda Hydrostatic
fluid.
Checking Hydrostatic Transmission Oil Level
1.
Check transmission oil only when the tractor is cold.
2.
Park tractor on level surface.
3. Oil must be between FILL and ADD marks on reservoir.
FILL
ADD
4.
If oil level is low, tip seat up and loosen two seat adjusting knobs
under seat.
5.
6.
7.
Slide seat forward for access to fill cap. Clean the area near the
reservoir filler neck. Remove fill cap and foam plug, then add
enough oil to bring oil level to top mark.
Install foam plug and tighten fill cap.
Start engine and operate tractor forward and in reverse several
times.
8. Park the tractor on level surface. Stop the engine and check oil
level again.
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