Northern Lights NL488K2 / NL488W2 — Changing Lube Oil Filter

Maintenance · Engine

For the Northern Lights NL488K2 / NL488W2, from the Northern Lights operator's manual.

Applies to: Northern Lights NL488K2, Northern Lights NL488W2

Procedure

1. Change lube oil filter every 250 hours.
2. Remove old filter with filter wrench; discard.
3. Remove and discard old gasket; clean mount face.
4. Coat new gasket with engine oil; screw on until gasket meets sealing surface.
5. Tighten by hand one-half turn farther. Do not overtighten.
6. Fill engine with oil, start, check for leaks. Stop, wait 3 minutes, check level.

Full service-parts list: Northern Lights NL488K2 →, Northern Lights NL488W2 →

Source: Northern Lights operator'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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