That ensures all the oil has returned to the reservoir for accurate measurement.
Honda lawn mower oil change instructions.
Wipe the oil fill area clean then remove the dipstick.
Please read it carefully.
Then remove the cap dipstick.
Turn off the fuel valve to prevent fuel leakage.
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Add engine oil the mower is shipped without oil in the engine.
Honda suggests that api service category sj or later oil is used.
Check the oil on your honda mower before daily use while the engine is still cold.
All honda engines are run at the factory prior to packaging.
Remove the oil filler cap dipstick and add enough sae 10w 30 api service category sj or later oil.
The filler cap is on the left side of the engine and contains a dipstick.
Open the cap pull out the dipstick and wipe it clean on a napkin or cloth.
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Sae 10 w30 is recommended for general use.
See page 13 bring the oil level between the upper and lower limit marks on the dipstick without screwing the dipstick in.
This manual contains the information on how to do that.
Turn the fuel valve to the off position to reduce the possibility of leakage.
The amount of oil left in the engine varies.
Page 26 engine oil change drain the oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid and complete draining.
Most of the oil is removed prior to shipment.
Clean the area around the oil filler.
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However some oil remains in the engine.
Place it next to the mower tilt the mower on its side and drain the old oil through the filler neck.
Remove the oil filler cap dipstick and add the entire contents of the included bottle of oil into the oil filler opening.
Use 4 stroke automotive detergent oil.
Start the engine and run the mower until the engine is warm.
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How to change oil on a honda lawnmower motor step 1.
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Then shut off the engine.