Adjusting The Ground Speed; Servicing The Engine Oil - Toro 12003 Operator's Manual

6. Start the engine and shift into Forward, Reverse, and
Neutral to ensure that the neutral bracket is operating
properly.
Figure 16
1. Neutral bracket

Adjusting the Ground Speed

Ground speed is preset at the factory and should not need
adjusting. If you think the ground speed needs adjusting,
contact your local Authorized Toro Service Dealer.

Servicing the Engine Oil

Service Interval/Specification
Check the oil level before each use.
Change the oil after the first 8 operating hours and every 50
hours thereafter.
Replace the oil filter every 100 hours.
Note: Change the oil and oil filter more frequently when
operating conditions are extremely dusty or sandy.
Oil Type: Detergent oil (API service SF, SG, SH, SJ, or
higher)
Crankcase Capacity: 48 oz./1-1/2 qt. (1.4 liters) when the
filter is changed
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2. Locknuts
Viscosity: See the table below
USE THESE SAE VISCOSITY OILS
–20 0 20
F
–30 –20 –10
C
Checking the Oil Level
To check the oil level, refer to Check the Crankcase Oil,
page 12.
Changing and Draining the Oil
1. Start the vehicle and let it run for a few minutes to
warm the oil.
2. Park the machine on a level surface, set the parking
brake, turn the ignition off, and remove the key.
3. Raise the bed and secure it with the prop rod.
4. Disconnect the spark plug wires and battery cables.
5. Remove the drain plug (Fig. 17) and let the oil flow into
a drain pan. When the oil drains completely, install the
drain plug.
Note: Dispose of the used oil at a certified recycling center.
1. Engine oil drain plug
6. Pour oil into fill opening until the oil level is up to the
"FULL" mark on the dipstick. Add the oil slowly and
check the level often during this process. Do not
overfill.
7. Reinstall the oil fill cap and dipstick firmly in place.
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Figure 17
2. Engine oil filter
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