Servicing The Engine Oil - Toro CM-658H-S Operator's Manual

Figure 42
1. Cover nut
2. Cover
3. Wing nut
4. Remove the cover.
Note:
Be careful to prevent dirt and debris from
falling into the base.
5. Remove the foam and paper elements from the
base (Figure 42).
6. Remove the foam element from the paper
element (Figure 42).
7. Inspect the foam and paper elements and
replace them if they are damaged or excessively
dirty.
Note:
Never try to brush dirt off the paper
element; brushing forces the dirt into the fibers.
8. Clean the foam element in warm, soapy water
or in a nonflammable solvent.
Note:
Do not use fuel to clean the foam element
because it could create a risk of fire or explosion.
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4. Foam element
5. Paper element
6. Base
9. Rinse and dry the foam element thoroughly.
10. Dip the foam element in clean engine oil, then
squeeze out the excess oil.
Note:
Excess oil in the foam element restricts
the air flow through the element and may reach
the paper filter and clog it.
11. Wipe dirt from the base and the cover with a
moist rag.
Note:
Be careful to prevent dirt and debris from
entering the air duct leading to the carburetor.
12. Install the air-cleaner elements and ensure that
they are properly positioned.
13. Securely install the cover with the nut.

Servicing the Engine Oil

Engine-Oil Specifications
Toro Premium Engine Oil is available from your
Authorized Toro Dealer.
Important:
Use 4-cycle engine oil that meets or
exceeds the requirements for API service category
SJ, SL, SM, or higher.
Crankcase Capacity: 1.1 L (1.2 US qt)
Important:
If the oil level in the crankcase is too
low or too high and you run the engine, you may
damage the engine. This type of damage is not
covered by the warranty.
Note:
Use SAE 10W-30 for general use. You can
use the other viscosities shown in the chart when
the average temperature in your area is within the
indicated range (Figure
32
43).
Figure 43
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