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Routine Service and Maintenance
Annual Maintenance Procedures
Do the following procedures annually:
1. Do all Daily, Weekly and Monthly maintenance procedures
2. Replace air filter** See page 4-14, Step 3.
3. Check engine idle speed (Refer to engine manual)
4. Replace spark plugs. (Refer to engine manual)
5. Check/replace hydraulic fluid**.
a. Place a suitable sized container under the Brute.
b. Remove the hydraulic tank drain plug (Item 1, Figure 4–24) and drain all hydraulic fluid
from the machine.
NOTE: Make sure to inspect the O-ring on the drain plug. Replace the O-ring if any signs
of damage are noted.
Figure 4–24 Hydraulic Tank Drain Plug
c. When all of the hydraulic fluid has drained out of the tank, reinstall and secure the drain
plug.
Make sure to dispose of the used hydraulic fluid in an appropriate manner.
d. Remove the two lock knobs securing the front service cover.
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