Change Oil - Kohler SNOWPRO WH208 Service Manual

Figure 26. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick and Oil Fill Tube.
3. Unscrew and remove the oil fill cap/dipstick;
wipe off oil. Reinsert the dipstick into the oil fill
tube and screw in.
4. Unscrew and remove the oil fill cap/dipstick and
check that oil level is correct. The correct oil level
is between the F and L marks on the dipstick. See
Figure 27.
Oil Fill
Cap
Dipstick
Figure 27. Correct Oil Level.
5. If the level is low, add oil of the proper type (refer
to Oil Recommendations) and to the correct
level. Always check the level before adding more
oil.
Oil Fill Cap/
Dipstick
Oil Fill
Tube
Operating
Range
NOTE: To prevent extensive engine wear or damage,
always maintain the proper oil level in the
crankcase. Never operate the engine with the
oil level above or below the correct operating
range.
6. Reinstall the oil fill cap/dipstick and tighten
securely. See Figure 26.

Change Oil

For a new engine, change oil after the first 5 hours of
operation. Thereafter, change oil yearly.
For an overhauled engine, use Kohler 5W-30 service
class, SJ or higher oil for the first 5 hours of operation.
Change the oil after this initial run-in period. Refill
with service class SJ or higher oil as specified in the
Oil Viscosity Grades Table (Figure 2).
Change the oil while the engine is still warm. The
oil will flow freely and carry away more impurities.
Make sure the engine is level when filling, checking,
or changing the oil.
Change the oil as follows:
1. To keep snow, ice, etc., out of the engine, clean
the area around the oil fill cap/dipstick before
removing it. See Figure 26.
2. Remove the oil drain plug and the oil fill cap/
dipstick. Allow ample time for complete
drainage. See Figures 26 and 28.
Oil Drain Plug
Figure 28. Oil Drain Plug Location.
3. Reinstall the oil drain plug and tighten to
9-13.5 N·m (80-120 in. lb.). See Figure 28.
4. Fill the crankcase, with new oil of the proper
type. Refer to Oil Recommendations. Always
check the level before adding more oil.
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