Replacing Engine Oil Filter(First Engine Oil Filter Change After 50 Service Hours); Checking The Fan Belt Tension - Kubota KX 016-4 Operator's Manual

4. Let the engine idle for approx. 5 min. Check the engine
oil level. To check the engine oil level, insert the
engine oil dipstick completely into the respective port
opening and pull out again. If the oil level lies between
both markings, oil level is sufficient.
A Regardless of the service hours, an engine oil change
is due every six months.
BReplacing Engine Oil Filter(First Engine
Oil Filter Change after 50 Service Hours)
1. Replace the oil filter cartridge at the same time as
doing the engine oil change.
2. Remove the cartridge with the supplied filter wrench.
(1) Oil filter
3. Oil the O-ring of the new oil filter cartridge lightly. Then
tighten the oil filter cartridge by hand.
4. Fill engine oil to the specified level between the 2
marks on the gauge.
5. Let the engine run for approx. 5 min. and make sure
that the engine oil pressure warning lamp does not
light up. Then stop the engine and remove the key.
6. The engine oil level is reduced by the amount of the
filter capacity after the engine is started. It is necessary
to add oil.
A Always check the oil level after having exchanged the
filter.
Engine oil volumes
(with engine oil filter)
REGULAR CHECKS AND MAINTENANCE WORK
BChecking the Fan Belt Tension
C Check and adjustment of the fan belt tension
1. Press the fan belt down in the middle, with a force of
2. Replace the fan belt if worn out, cracked or torn.
(1) Bolt
(2) Alternator
3.6L
(1) Bolt
(2) Alternator
A If the engine is run with a loose fan belt, the belt could
To avoid personal injury:
A First stop the engine and remove the key.
A After servicing, make sure to replace the belt
cover in its original position.
approx. 98 N (10 kgf, 22 lbf). The belt tension is correct
if it deflects about 8 mm (0.3 in.). If otherwise, loosen
bolt (1) shift the alternator (2) in the direction shown by
the arrow.
slip and cause overheating of the engine or insufficient
battery charging. Check fan belt tension regularly.
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