Cub Cadet Challenger 400 4x4 Operation Manual - Page 13

4. Refill the engine with new oil as instructed in 4. Access drain plug on underside of machine the engine operator's manual. See Figure 4-3 and remove plug. See Figure 4-5. for engine fill/dipstick location. Drain Plug Engine Fill/Dipstick Figure 4-3 Lubrication Use a grease-gun filled with No. 2 Multipurpose Lithium Base Grease for the eight zerk fittings (four on each side) on the A-Arms. See Figure 4-4. Figure 4-5 5. Allow oil to drain into a suitable container. 6. Check O-ring on drain plug and replace if missing, damaged or in poor condition. 7. Remove fill plug. See Figure 4-6. Fill Plug Transaxle Figure 4-4 Figure 4-6 8. Add 32 oz. (1 quart) of Shell Spirax S4 TXM through the fill plug port. 9. Re-Install fill plug. See Figure 4-6. Battery WARNING The fluid for your transaxle has been specially formulated to ensure the safe and proper operation of your vehicle. When changing your transaxle fluid replace it with part no. 737-05136 - Shell Spirax S4 TXM 10W/30. Failure to use Shell Spirax S4 TXM 10W/30 oil may result in a failure of your transaxle which could result in property damage or personal injury. DO NOT substitute. 1. Park vehicle on level surface and move the shift lever into PARK. 2. Allow the unit sufficient time to cool (30 minutes) before attempting any maintenance or repairs. 3. Locate the transaxle below the cargo bed in the rear of the vehicle. WARNING The battery produces a flammable and explosive gas. Do not smoke near battery. Wear eye protection and gloves when handling the battery. Do not allow direct metal contact across battery posts or between the positive battery post or terminal and adjacent metal parts. The battery is sealed and is maintenance free. Acid levels cannot be checked and fluid can not be added. WARNING CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. IMPORTANT: If removing the battery for any reason, disconnect the NEGATIVE (Black) wire from its terminal first, followed by the POSITIVE (Red) wire. When re-installing the battery, always connect the POSITIVE (Red) wire to its terminal first, followed by the NEGATIVE (Black) wire. Be certain that the wires are connected to the correct terminals; reversing them could cause damage to your engine's charging system. Cleaning Battery & Terminals 1. Remove battery from vehicle. Always remove negative cable first when disconnecting. 2. Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons of baking soda to one gallon of water. 3. Rinse the battery with plain water and dry. 4. Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright. 5. Apply petroleum jelly or silicone spray to terminals to prevent corrosion. 6. Install battery. Always install negative cable last when connecting. Charging Battery WARNING Charge battery in a well ventilated area and keep away from an open flame or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliances. If the vehicle has not been put into use for an extended period of time, charge the battery with an automotive type 12V charger for a minimum of one hour at six amps. The Low Voltage Indicator on the instrument cluster will illuminate when your battery reaches 11.6 volts. Jumping Battery WARNING Do not attempt to jump start a battery. Do not smoke near battery and wear eye protection and gloves when handling battery. IMPORTANT: If your battery is dead, then follow the instructions for charging the battery. Fuses 1. Remove hood latches and lower the hood. See Figure 4-7. Figure 4-7 Section 4 - Product Care 13