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Generac — Lubricate the Wheel Bearings

Maintenance · Trailer wheel bearings

From a Generac owner's manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Mitsubishi L2E engine, Kubota Z482 engine

Procedure

  1. Remove the small rubber plug (A) from the metal end cap (B).
  2. Attach a standard grease gun fitting to the Zerk grease fitting (C).
  3. Pump grease into the Zerk fitting until fresh grease is visible around the nozzle.
  4. Wipe excess grease from the axle hub and replace the rubber plug.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Valvoline W615 grease or equivalent
  • Minimum every 12 months or 12,000 miles (19,312 km)

Full service-parts list: Kubota Z482 engine →

Source: Generac owner's 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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