Change Transmission Oil And Filter; Check Front Axle Oil Level - Simplicity Legacy XL 2900 Series Operator's Manual

CHANGE TRANSMISSION OIL &
FILTER
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 trans-
mission 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 29).
2. Clean the base and replace the filter (A, Figure 29)
using an appropriate filter wrench. Reinstall the drain
plug.
3. Add Type F transmission fluid through the oil fill (see
Figure 28).
4. Run tractor for several minutes until transmission is
warm and check fluid level using the dip stick (A,
Figure 28).

CHECK FRONT AXLE OIL LEVEL

(4WD MODELS ONLY)
Service Interval: Every 25 Hours
Oil Type: 80W-90 Gear Lube
1. Clean the area around the front axle dip stick (A,
Figure 30).
2. Remove the dip stick and wipe it clean.
3. Reinsert the dip stick without threading it in. Remove
the dips stick and check the oil level. Oil should be
even with the top of the hash marked area.
SERVICE NOTES: The axle oil does not require chang-
ing unless it has been contaminated. To change the oil,
drain the main axle cavity and the two lower spindle cavi-
ties by removing the drain plugs. When filling the axle
after a complete draining it is necessary to fill the lower
spindle cavities through their fill holes as well as the
main cavity. After the initial filling the oil level of all three
cavities can be checked at the dip stick (A) as oil will
seep from the main cavity to the lower ones.
Figure 29. Transmission
A. Transmission Filter
B. 17mm Drain Plug
A
Figure 30. Front Axle Lube
A. Dip Stick
29
Regular Maintenance
A
B
A