Briggs & Stratton Legacy XL Operator's Manual page 32

Check Transmission Oil Level
WARNING
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.
Service Interval: Every 25 Hours
Oil Type: Type F Automatic Transmission Fluid
1. Clean the area around the transmission dip stick (A,
Figure 31).
2. Remove the dip stick from the transmission and wipe it
clean.
3. Insert the dip stick into the transmission without
threading it in. Remove the dip stick and read the oil
level. The oil level should be even with the top of the
hash mark area when the transmission is cold.
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A
Change Transmission Oil and Filter
WARNING
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.
Service Interval: After first the 50 hours, then every
250 hours.
Oil Type: Type F Automatic Transmission Fluid
Oil Capacity: 2WD: 7.3-8.4 qt. (7-8L), 4WD: 7.7-8.8 qt.
(7,3-8,3L), 4WD w/ 540PTO: 9-10 qt. (8,5-9,5L)
Oil Filter Part No.: 1726194
The transmission fluid and filter should be changed at the
intervals listed above, or when performing repair work,
or if fluid has become discolored from overheating or
contamination.
Replace the transmission filter whenever changing
transmission fluid. Make sure filter base and surrounding
area is absolutely clean before removing the old filter.
1. Drain hydrostatic system by removing the 17mm drain
plug (B, Figure 32).
2. Clean the base and replace the filter (C) using an
appropriate filter wrench. Reinstall the drain plug.
3. Add Type F transmission fluid through the oil fill (see
Figure 31).
4. Run tractor for several minutes until transmission is
warm and check fluid level using the dip stick (A, Figure
31).
Figure 31
B C
Figure 32