Toro UTV500AAC00000 Setup Instructions page 8

NOTE: The vehicle should be on level ground
when checking the engine oil level.
1. Raise the cargo box; then unscrew the oil level stick
and wipe it with a clean cloth.
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2. Install the oil level stick into the engine case thread-
ing the stick in for checking purposes.
3. Remove the oil level stick; the engine oil level
should be within the operating range but not above
the FULL mark.
CAUTION
Do not over-fill the engine with oil. Always make sure
the oil level is within the operating range.
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Recommended Engine/
Transmission Oil
Any oil used in place of the recommended oil could
cause serious engine damage. Do not use oils which
contain graphite or molybdenum additives. These
oils can adversely affect clutch operation. Also, not
recommended are racing, vegetable, non-detergent,
and castor-based oils.
The recommended oil to use is Toro 0W-40 All Weather
synthetic engine oil, which has been specifically formu-
lated for use in this engine. Although Toro 0W-40 All
Weather synthetic engine oil is the only oil recom-
mended for use in this engine, use of any API certified
SM All-Weather synthetic 0W-40 oil is acceptable.
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CHECKING GEAR CASE
LUBRICANT LEVELS
1. Remove the front differential level plug; lubricant should
be visible at the plug threads. If low, add SAE approved
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80W-90 hypoid lubricant to the fill plug as necessary.
Install the plug and tighten to 22 N-m (16 ft-lb).
Any lubricant used in place of the recommended lubri-
cant could cause serious front differential damage.
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2. Remove the rear drive level plug; lubricant should be
visible at the plug threads. If low, add SAE approved
80W-90 hypoid lubricant to the fill plug as necessary.
Install the plug and tighten to 22 N-m (16 ft-lb).
Any lubricant used in place of the recommended
lubricant could cause serious rear drive damage.
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
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