Transmission Identification; Transmission Maintenance - Simplicity 300 Series, 1600 Series, 2600 Series Operator's Manual

Regular Maintenance

TRANSMISSION IDENTIFICATION

Several service procedures within this book are identified
by, and vary by, transmission type. To determine what
transmission is in your tractor, check the identification
tag attached to the axle of the transmission (Figure 34),
or check your tractor's parts book.

TRANSMISSION MAINTENANCE

Do not allow dirt, water, or other debris to
enter the expansion chamber or
transmission. Even a small amount of dirt
can damage the transmission
K57 Maintenance
The K57 is a sealed unit and does not require regular
maintenance.
K62 Maintenance
The K62 is a sealed unit and does not require regular
maintenance. The transmission oil level can be checked
at the expansion chamber located on top of the transmis-
sion (see Figure 34). Shine a light at the back of the
expansion chamber to see the oil level. There should be
approximately 7/16" (1 cm) of oil in the chamber. If there
is no oil in the chamber, see your dealer.
TRANSMISSION INFORMATION
Transmission Oil Capacity: Apx. 2.6 qt (2,5L).
Transmission Oil Type: SAE 10W-30 with a minimum
K66 Maintenance
The K66 is a sealed unit and does not require regular
maintenance. The transmission oil level can be checked
at the access hole located behind the left rear wheel (see
Figure 35). Shine a light at the back of the expansion
chamber to see the oil level. There should be approxi-
mately 7/16" (1 cm) of oil in the chamber. If there is no
oil in the chamber, see your dealer.
TRANSMISSION INFORMATION
Transmission Oil Capacity: Apx. 2.6 qt (2.5L).
Transmission Oil Type: SAE 10W-30 with a minimum
API rating of SG/CD.
API rating of SG/CD.
Figure 34. Transmission ID Tag Location
A. ID Tag
B. K62 Expansion Chamber
Figure 35. Transmission Oil Reservoir - K66
A. K66 Reservoir Access Hole
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