Let's talk about changing the oil in your John Deere 100 Series mower.
Before we get started, it's important to understand some 100 Series models come equipped with the Easy Oil Change system and some models have the traditional oil change process.
Today we'll review how to perform the traditional oil change.
Before performing any maintenace on your mower, be sure to recognize safety info, understand safety signals, and be familiar with your operator's manual.
First we'll want to run the engine in order to warm the oil. Then, make sure to park the mower safely on flat ground; engine off, deck down, parking brake set and key removed.
Next, go ahead and lift the hood. Notice the service interval schedule on the inside of the hood, this will help remind you to keep up on the maintenance of your mower.
Place an oil drain pan under the drain valve, then rotate and remove the drain cap to allow the oil to completely drain into the pan. Once the oil has drained, remove the dipstick.
Now we're ready to replace the oil filter. Start by wiping away any dirt from the area surrounding the oil filter.
Place a drain pan under the filter tray, then remove the old filter and filter gasket by turning it to the left or counterclockwise.
Before installing replacement oil filter, put a light coat of fresh, clean oil on the new filter gasket.
Then install a new oil filter by turning to the right or clockwise until the rubber gasket contacts the filter base. Tighten an additional one-half turn.
Install the drain cap.
Before we add the new oil, we should review the potential consequences of overfilling the engine oil.
Add oil no higher than the FULL mark on the dipstick.
Refer to your operator's manual for the amount of oil to use. After filling, install the dipstick.
Now, start and run the engine in idle to check for leaks and then shut down the engine.
Make sure you to maintain good ventilation when running equipment indoors.
Check the oil again and add if necessary.
Refer to your operator manual for additional information on changing your oil.
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