Engine Oil - Gasoline Vehicles - Husqvarna 4210-E Owner's Manual

ENGINE OIL – GASOLINE VEHICLES
See General Warnings on page 9.
Even though the low oil warning light on the dash should illuminate if oil level becomes low, engine oil level
should be checked monthly. Vehicle should be on a level surface when checking oil. Do not overfill with oil.
ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK
1. Remove the oil level dipstick from the oil filler tube and wipe oil from dipstick (Figure 27). See following
CAUTION.
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CAUT ION
• Do not remove dipstick while engine is running.
2. Check oil by fully inserting the dipstick into the oil filler tube and immediately removing it.
3. If the oil level is at or below the low level mark on the dipstick gauge, add oil until the level is between
low and full levels (safe level).
4. Reinsert dipstick into the oil filler tube.
NOTE: Properly recycle or dispose of used oil in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
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Figure 27 Engine Oil Level Check
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER CHANGE
Engine oil and oil filter should be changed after the first 100 hours of operation. After that, they should be
changed every 200 hours of operation or annually, whichever comes first.
1. Turn the key switch to the OFF position, then remove the key. Place the Forward/Reverse handle in the
neutral POSITION. Chock the front wheels.
2. Access the engine compartment. See following WARNING.
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WARNING
• For vehicles with cargo beds, remove all cargo before raising the bed or servicing the vehicle.
If the vehicle is equipped with a prop rod, ensure that it is securely engaged while bed is
raised. Do not close the bed until all persons are clear of cargo bed area. Keep hands clear of
all crush areas. Do not drop cargo bed; lower gently and keep entire body clear. Failure to
heed this warning could result in severe personal injury or death.
2005 Husqvarna 4210-G, 4210-E, 4210-GXP, and 4210-EXP Owner's Manual
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