Cub Cadet Z-Force 48 Oil Change

Introduction

The Cub Cadet Z-Force 48 riding lawn mower (engine model SV8205) requires an oil change annually or every 100 hours of use-whichever comes first. Changing the oil at home can be simple with the correct tools, and can save you time and money by not needing to take your lawn mower to a mechanic.

Your Cub Cadet owner's manual will specify the type of oil and oil filter your engine will need. If you do not have access to an owner's manual, please use the tools and parts listed. To learn how to change the oil on a Cub Cadet Z-Force 48 lawn mower, please read the following steps. Before starting, please ensure the engine is cool to avoid to burns.

What you need

Step 1 Cub Cadet Z-Force 48 Oil Change

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Before you begin, ensure the mower is turned off, the engine has cooled, and it is in park.
Place the drain pan under the drain.

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Step 2

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Hold the tip of the oil drain hose with the closed end of a 3/4-inch combination wrench.
Use the open end of the 1/2 inch combination wrench to loosen the oil drain plug.
Finish loosening the drain plug with your hands and remove it.

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Step 3

Let the oil drain into the drain pan.

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Step 4

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Reinsert the drain plug and tighten it with the open end of a 1/2-inch combination wrench.
Use a torque wrench to tighten 13.6 N·m (10 ft. lb.).
Refer to your owner's manual to ensure the correct tightness of the drain plug.

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Step 5

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Place paper towels or an old rag under the old oil filter to catch any excess oil.
Remove the old oil filter.
If the oil filter is too tight, use oil filter pliers to loosen before removal.

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Step 6

Replace the soiled paper towels underneath the oil filter mount.
Wipe the oil filter mount clean with paper towels.

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Step 7

Use your finger to place a thin film of clean oil on the O-ring of the new oil filter.

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Step 8

Install the new oil filter, hand tightening the filter clockwise.
Tighten the oil filter until the rubber gasket contacts the oil filter mount, then tighten an additional 3/4-1 turn.
Refer to your owner's manual to ensure the correct tightness of the oil filter.

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Step 9

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Remove the oil fill cap.
Fill the engine with the amount and type of oil specified in your owner's manual.
Put the oil fill cap back into place.
For this mower, any service class SG, SH, SJ, or higher oil can be used.

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Step 10

Start the engine and check for leaks.
Stop the engine and allow the oil to drain down.
Remove the oil fill cap and check the dipstick to ensure that the oil is to the full mark.