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Maintenance
Engine - Diesel
DO NOT service this unit while it is running. The
high-speed mechanical parts as well as high
temperature components may result in severe
injury, severed limbs, or fatality.
NOTE: Use the hour meter as a guide for
coordinating the maintenance schedule.
(Refer to engine manufacturer’s manual for specific
maintenance instructions)
1. Check the engine oil level daily. Make certain that
proper oil level is maintained. NEVER overfill.
2. Change the break-in oil and filter after the first 25
hours of operation. Thereafter, change oil and filter
every 100 hours of operation. USE ONLY ENGINE
MANUFACTURER’S BRAND OIL FILTERS.
USING ANY OTHER TYPE OIL FILTER WILL
VOID YOUR ENGINE WARRANTY.
Oil Recommendation. Use high-quality 15-40
detergent oil of at least API (American Petroleum Insti-
tute) service class CD or higher.
Engine oil capacity is approximately .98 gallons (3.7
Liters).
Lubricating Oil
With the emission control now in effect, the CR-4 and
CG-4 lubricating oils have been developed for the use
of a low-sulfur fuel. If the CF-4 or CG-4 lubricating oil
is used with a high-sulfur fuel, change the lubri-
cating oil at shorter intervals.
API service classification: above CD grade.
Ambient temperature: below 35°C (95°F).
3. Re-torque the manifold and exhaust tube nuts,
cylinder head bolts after the first 200 hours of use.
4. Clean the air cleaner element every 200 hours.
Replace the element yearly.
5. Check the engine idle RPM every 200 hours and
adjust, if necessary. NEVER adjust engine RPM
without a tachometer. Refer to Kubota Engine
Operation and Service Manual.
6. Check the coolant level in the radiator overflow
container daily. If no coolant is seen, remove the
cap and add coolant. Change the coolant with a
50/50 coolant to water ratio yearly.
7. Replace the in-line fuel filter yearly.
NOTE: For additional engine service information,
obtain an engine manufacturer’s manual from any
authorized Service Center. If service or repair is
required, contact an authorized service center. You
will need to provide the serial number of the engine.
86341750 APEX GTX