OPERATION CHECK THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL 1. Open the engine side cover at the right rear side of the machine. 2. Remove the dipstick (G) and wipe off the oil with a clean cloth. 3. Reinsert the dipstick (G) fully in the tube, and then remove the dipstick again. 4. The oil level should be between the H and L marks on the dipstick. If the oil level is below the L mark, add engine oil through the oil filler (F). For the correct oil to use, See “20.1 PROPER SELECTION OF FUEL, COOLANT AND LUBRICANTS” on page 3-9 . 5. If the oil level is above the H mark, open the drain plug (P) and drain the excess oil. Close the drain plug (P) and recheck the oil level. 6.
If the oil level is corect, tighten the oil filler cap securely, then tighten the engine side cover. REMARK Before checking the oil level, ensure that the machine is on a horizontal surface. Wait at least 15 minutes after the engine has stopped before checking the oil level. This step allows the oil in the upper part of the engine to drain back to the oil pan so that an accurate reading can be taken. WA450-3MC 2-41