Briggs & Stratton — Change Oil

Maintenance · Lubrication system

From a Briggs & Stratton service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Procedure

  1. Remove oil drain plug and drain oil while engine is still warm.
  2. Check oil drain plug gasket and replace if necessary.
  3. Install and torque drain plug to 25.0 Nm (220 in. lbs.).
  4. Remove oil fill cap and refill with oil of recommended grade and viscosity.
  5. Fill to FULL mark on dipstick. Oil capacity 3.3 liters (3.5 quarts).

Specs & values

  • Oil Capacity 3.3 liters (3.5 quarts)
  • Drain plug torque 25.0 Nm (220 in. lbs.)

Source: Briggs & Stratton service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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