Maintaining The Primary Drive Clutch; Changing The Transaxle Fluid - Toro 12004TC Operator's Manual

Maintaining the Primary Drive
Clutch
After every 400 operating hours or yearly, clean and
lubricate the clutch as follows:
1. Raise and latch the cargo box.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and set the parking
brake.
3. Remove the 3 bolts securing the cover to the clutch
and remove the cover (Figure 46).
1. Cover
4. Thoroughly clean the inside of the cover and the
inner workings of the clutch using compressed air.
The dust in the clutch will become airborne and
could damage your eyes or you could inhale it
causing breathing difficulties.
Wear safety goggles and a dust mask or other
eye and respiratory protection when performing
this procedure.
5. Lubricate the moving parts in the areas circled in
Figure 47 using Toro Dry Lubricant Spray, available
through your Authorized Toro Dealer or Distributor.
6. Install the clutch cover and secure it with the 3 bolts
removed previously.
Figure 46
2. Bolts
Figure 47

Changing the Transaxle Fluid

Change the transaxle fluid every 800 operating hours or
yearly, whichever occurs first.
1. Position the vehicle on a level surface, set the parking
brake, turn the ignition off, and remove the key.
2. Remove the drain plug from the right side of the
reservoir (Figure 48) and let the fluid flow into a
drain pan. Install and tighten the plug when the fluid
stops draining.
Note: Dispose of the used oil at a certified recycling
center.
1. Drain plug
3. Fill the reservoir (Figure 49) with approximately
1-1/2 qt. (1.4 liters) of SAE 10W30 motor oil
or until the oil level is at the bottom of the level
indicator hole (Figure 48).
1. Oil fill
4. Start the engine and operate it to fill the system.
Recheck the oil level and replenish it, if required.
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Figure 48
2. Level indicator hole
Figure 49