Proper maintenance of your riding lawn mower will keep it performing reliably for years.
Step 3: Drain the oil. Some mowers can use a drain hose to help drain the oil into a container. If this is the case, remove the drain plug cap and slide the oil drain hose over the oil drain valve. Direct the other end of the hose into the container. Push the oil drain valve in slightly, rotate counterclockwise and then pull outward to begin draining the oil. Check your manual for specific oil draining procedure. Pull the valve out to begin draining.
Before performing any maintenance or repairs on a riding mower, disengage the power take-off, set the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the keys. Review the detailed instructions and safety warnings in the owner’s manual before servicing it.
