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Oil Drain Valve Installation Instructions

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Oil Drain Valve Installation Instructions 
For DIY Part No. 5401

FITS ENGINES:
Fits most engines 
  

OIL DRAIN VALVE

Installing Oil Drain Valve
1. Remove drain plug and drain oil into an appropriate container. Dispose of the used oil at an oil recycling center.
2. Hand tighten the oil drain valve into the drain hole, then wrench tighten an additional 1/2 turn.
3. Ensure valve is closed; push in and turn clockwise.
4. Add oil to the engine according to the instructions in the operator's manual.

Next Oil Change
1. Attach drain hose to valve.
2. To open valve: push-in, turn counter clockwise and pull.
3. To close valve: push-in and turn clockwise.
4. Add oil to the engine according to the instructions in the operator's manual.


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