Towing The Vehicle; Governor Oil Level - Cushman Turf Truckster
84043 Parts & Maintenance Manual

6 MAINTENANCE

6.19 TOWING THE VEHICLE _____________________________________________________

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WARNING
To prevent injury or vehicle damage, the following
guidelines should always be followed.
• Never accelerate or stop suddenly when towing
a vehicle.
• Never change the direction of the vehicle
abruptly or make sharp turns on an incline when
towing a vehicle.
• Never tow the vehicle faster than 5 m.p.h. (8
km/h). Towing at excessive speed could cause
either vehicle to lose proper steering control
• Adjust your speed for weather and surface
conditions when towing (rain, snow, ice, hills,
etc.).
If for any reason the vehicle needs to be towed, follow the
procedures below.
1. If towing the vehicle with a tow-rope or chain, an
operator is required to steer the vehicle and to
control the brakes.
2. Attach a tow-roper only to the front vertical frame
member on either side of the vehicle.
3. Shift transmission Neutral and release parking
brake.

6.20 GOVERNOR OIL LEVEL ____________________________________________________

Suzuki Gas Engine only
Check the oil level in the governor every 100 hours of
use. To check the level, remove the plug from the back
side of the governor. Oil level should be up to the level of
the plug opening.
Governor Oil Capacity . . . . . . 1.5 oz. (44 ml)
Oil Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SAE 20W engine Oil
If fluid level is low, add the recommended oil type.
Remove the plug from the rear of the governor, remove
the plug from the top of the governor and add a SAE 20W
motor oil until the oil begins to leak from the rear port.
Replace both plugs.
When replacing the plugs, use teflon tape or a Permatex
20 sealant (or equivalent pipe thread sealant) on the
threads of the plug.
Torque the plugs to 95 ±10 in. lb.
GB-24
4. Slowly drive towing vehicle forward until tow-line is
pulled tight.
5. While towing, try to keep the tow light taught at all
times. Be careful going down inclines and turning
corners.
A Front Bumper Accessory (Part No. 894778)
is available for use with the Truckster. If a
Front Bumper is mounted to your vehicle,
make sure to follow the instructions included
with the bumper for proper connection of the
chain or tow rope
Tow Line Attachment
Figure 6H
Governor Oil
Fill Plug
Governor Oil
Level Check Plug
Figure 6I