Maintenance schedule
| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oil | 5W30 Full Synthetic | 1.42 L | — |
Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.
The Briggs & Stratton Vanguard M38 is a 0.63 L 2-cylinder naturally aspirated engine rated at 3600 rpm. It powers generator sets from Briggs & Stratton, including the PP13. It holds 1.42 L (0.4 gal) of oil.
Also known as: Briggs & Stratton Vanguard M38
Part of the Briggs & Stratton Vanguard engine family — 3 variants share parts & fitment.
| Oil capacity | 1.42 L |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 0.627 L |
| Cylinders | 2 |
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Rated speed | 3600 rpm |
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| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oil | 5W30 Full Synthetic | 1.42 L | — |
Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.
| Fluid | Grade | Standard | Ambient | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil | 5W30 | Full Synthetic | 1.42 L | Recommended oil is Schaeffer brand |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
| Part # | Description | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 511810 | ADAPTER, ELBOW | adapter |
| 512189 | ADAPTER, T - CONNECTOR | adapter |
| 512202 | ADAPTOR, STRAIGHT ASSY. | adapter |
| 513547 | ADAPTOR, ELBOW | adapter |
| 04-0001 | Air Filter | air_filter |
| N/A-001 | Air Filter Components | air_filter |
| 04-0005 | Belt | belt |
| 18237 | LUG BOLT/HUB FLANGE | bolt |
| 18016 | CABLE, PARKING BRAKE | cable |
| 18133 | CABLE, THROTTLE | cable |
| 04-0004 | Coolant Filter | coolant_filter |
| 18195 | DECAL, WHITEMAN SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS | decals |
| 18213 | DECAL, BUCKET DUMP LEVER | decals |
| 18214 | DECAL, TRAVEL LEVER DIRECTION | decals |
| 18225 | DECAL, GASOLINE ONLY | decals |
| 18245 | DECAL, FORKLIFT LIFTING | decals |
| 18247 | DECAL, CRUSH WARNING | decals |
| 18248 | DECAL, HOT SURFACE WARNING | decals |
| 18252 | DECAL, MQ WHITEMAN | decals |
| 512446 | DECAL, WPB-16EAWD | decals |
| 513608 | DECAL, LIFTING HOOK | decals |
| EM985 | DECAL, HYDRAULIC OIL | decals |
| 18166 | CAP, FUEL | filter |
| 20763 | FILTER, IN-LINE FUEL | filter |
| 508667 | FILTER, HYDRAULIC OIL | filter |
| 511692 | FLANGE, HUB | flange |
| 516528 | FLANGE HUB, ASSY | flange |
| 04-0003 | Fuel Filter | fuel_filter |
| N/A-003 | In-Line Fuel Filter | fuel_filter |
| A030B021 | Harness, Heater (Alternator Heater) (Spec A and Canadian GSBB Spec B) | harness |
| A041U952 | Harness, Interface (US GSBB Spec B and Canadian GSBC Spec B) | harness |
| 20GSBB-6714A | Heater Assembly (Spec A and Canadian GSBB Spec B) | heater |
| 20GSBB-6714B | Heater Assembly (US GSBB Spec B and Canadian GSBC Spec B) | heater |
| 20GSBC-6727B | Heater Assembly (US GSBB Spec B and Canadian GSBC Spec B) | heater |
| 18027 | HOSE, DRIVER MOTOR CROSSOVER | hose |
| 513601 | HOSE, MANIFOLD | hose |
| 513602 | HOSE, MANIFOLD | hose |
| 513603 | HOSE, MANIFOLD | hose |
| 513605 | HOSE, LH HYDRAULIC MOTOR | hose |
| 513606 | HOSE, RH HYDRAULIC MOTOR | hose |
| 513607 | HOSE, HYDRAULIC | hose |
| 18040 | HUB, DRIVE | hub |
| 491689 | KEY, COTTER 1/8 X 2 | key |
| PE449105 | KEY, WOODRUFF 1-1/4 32 MM | key |
| 18132 | LEVER ,THROTTLE | lever |
| 18011 | MOTOR, HYDRAULIC DRIVE | motor |
| 492527 | NUT, HEX 1/2-20 | nut |
| 492584 | NUT, HEX 1/2-13 NYLON...................................8................REPLACES 6109160 | nut |
| PT018038 | NUT, CASTLE 1-1/8-18 | nut |
| 04-0002 | Oil Filter | oil_filter |
| N/A-002 | Oil Filter | oil_filter |
| 18145 | ROD, BRAKE CONTROL | other_service |
| 18316 | LINING, BRAKE | other_service |
| 511719 | COUPLING, ENGINE SHAFT | other_service |
| em16754 | switch, 2WD/AWD toggle | other_service |
| 513609 | PLATE, AWD/2WD DRIVE MODE | plate |
| 18035 | PUMP, HYDROSTATIC | pump |
| 18190 | SCREW, HUB STUD 1/2-13X 3 IN. | screw |
| 505718 | SCREW, HHC 1/2-13 X 2-3/4 | screw |
| 18011SK | SEAL KIT, DRIVE MOTOR | seal |
| 04-0006 | Spark Plug | spark_plug |
| N/A-004 | Spark Plug | spark_plug |
| 18043 | SWITCH, KILL | switch |
| 18044 | SWITCH, TRACTION ASSIST | switch |
| 492600 | WASHER, FLAT 1/2 | washer |
| 18029 | WHEEL, DRIVE | wheel |
| 18049 | WHEEL, STEERING | wheel |
Parts cataloged across all variants of this engine family — verify the exact part fits your specific variant and serial number before ordering.
Other equipment known to use this engine, via filter-application cross-reference — useful for sourcing parts even when your exact machine isn't listed elsewhere on this page.
The Briggs & Stratton Vanguard M38 engine has an oil capacity of 1.42 liters.
The Briggs & Stratton Vanguard M38 has a displacement of 0.627 liters with 2 cylinders.
The Briggs & Stratton Vanguard M38 powers 1 generator set(s), including Briggs & Stratton PP13.