Winco PSS8B2W/F — Changing the Oil
Maintenance · Engine
For the Winco PSS8B2W/F, from the Winco service manual.
Applies to: Briggs & Stratton Vanguard engine
Before you start
- Remove spark plug wire to prevent accidental starting
Parts for this job
- P551784 Oil filter KuduParts $42.00 FridayParts $43.99
Part numbers from the service-parts list for Briggs & Stratton Vanguard engine. Verify against your serial number before ordering; some links are affiliate links.
Procedure
- Start engine and warm up, then stop and remove spark plug wire.
- Drain oil using the oil drain valve and provided neoprene hose into an approved container.
- Remove the oil filter and dispose of properly.
- Lightly lubricate new oil filter gasket with fresh, clean oil.
- Install oil filter by hand until gasket contacts adapter, then tighten 1/2 to 3/4 turn.
- Remove dipstick and wipe with a clean cloth.
- Slowly pour oil into engine oil fill; do not overfill.
- Reinstall and tighten the dipstick.
- Connect spark plug wire(s) to spark plug(s).
- Start engine and check oil level; correct level is at top of full indicator on dipstick.
Full service-parts list: Briggs & Stratton Vanguard engine →
Source: Winco 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.