John Deere S240 OIL CHANGE (Let's get this engine serviced)
ฝัง
- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 16 ต.ค. 2024
- Need to know how to change the oil on your John Deere S240 Lawn Tractor? Then join me as I change the oil on my S240 and see step by step... Watch me go from draining the engine to oil filter removal.
Thins you'll need for changing the oil on your John Deere 200 Sport series lawn tractor:
*Check your manual first, although I don't think it will be an issue there's some variations on parts even within the same model.*
John Deere Oil Filter AM125424
www.amazon.com...
Filter Wrench for AM125424
www.amazon.com...
2X - Turf-Guard Engine Oil (Amazon was pricey for this)
www.lowes.com/...
Oil Container (Free Nuts Inside)
www.target.com...
Target changed the branding and reduced the size of the container, so go with Good & Gather Mixed nuts instead.
Want the Holy Grail of lawn tractor oil pans? I think you can use this without removing the deck.
247parts.com/o...
(I like my solution better and it doesn't cost $50.)
My legal disclaimer.
DIY and Home Improvement involve risk of personal injury and should be done with care. Please adhere to all safety recommendations from material and tool manufacturers and check your local codes. Some work may involve permits and it is your responsibility to comply with your local building officials.
My videos are for entertainment purposes only. Although I hope you learn something, I'm not a professional and you are responsible for making sure you know what you are doing before taking on any home improvement task. If you do something dumb that results in personal injury or property damage, that's on you. I'm in no way responsible for your workmanship and results if they are terrible, or even if they come out great. That said, I wish you much success in your DIY projects.
Thank you for a clear regular guy video! I appreciate the links with part numbers as well.
I have the S220 and just did an oil change. Mine has an added hose about 10” long attached to the drain plug. So much easier to be able to get a pan under for drainage
I just looked up your drain plug assembly on the S220. Wow, I'm jealous of how easy that is with the hose.
Great video. Instead of paper towels, you can use foil to form a funnel to redirect the oil,
Thanks for the tip. Perhaps I'll try that next time.
Thanks, Aaron, for such a clean and clear video!
Good straight forward video. Thanks man.
Good, easy to follow video. Thanks.
thanks for the great video - do I need to change my oil filter every season? I don't do 100 hours
The manufacturer recommends an oil and filter change at least once per year regardless of hours. That's what I follow.
@@DIYWithAaronthanks
Easy peasy!! Thanks for the help!!
When I got the S240 yesterday it had 0.0 hrs on it. Now I've put 0.5 The transmission is slowing on down hills as my old LT150. Need to get more time on it. The grass is so dry here in WA its not growing, Got nothing to mow ARG !
You could just drive back and forth around your yard if you don't mind the neighbors thinking your a loon. JK... I totally understand what it's like to want to use a new toy, but be patient. You'll have lots of hours on it before you know it.
@@DIYWithAaron LOL, That's exactly what I've been doing driving aimlessly around my yard.
Thank you for this great step by step video. It took no time to change my oil following your directions. This it’s’ first oil change. Does the oil reminder just reset itself ?
Glad it helped... my maintenance minder stops blinking on it's own.
Thanks for the video, but why is your machine so dirty ?
You're welcome... As for my dirty Deere, I use the crap out of it and I don't clean it as much as I should.
I just got a brand new S240 July 13, 2021 (Yesterday) My side cover is not the same as yours. On mine the side cover 8mm bolt has to be removed completely to get the cover off also the oil drain is not visible with cover in place (No Cut Out ). Is the S240 you demo a 2021 ?
I would never tighten an oil filter with a tool, Hand tight is plenty. There must be a better way of controlling the oil filter oil, maybe a small gutter. Thanks for sharing.
Congrats on your S240. Mine's on the older side. Maybe 4 years old, I think, but I know they do there have been slight variations over the years. I see you got the bolt in the other comment you made. I don't do much with the tool to tighten (1/4 turn tops), I hope I made that clear in the vid. If your happy with hand tight then no problem, whatever works for you. I hope to share more next week on how I messed up my deck spindle and then fixed it, so stay tuned if you want more S240 fun.
@@DIYWithAaron Thanks, I'm still learning this S240. I had a 2002 LT150 for 20 years. One thing I noticed is the new K46 transmission does not brake when going down hill like my old one. That really got my attention ! I'll be watching for your next video.
Having sprayed the mower deck with Fluid Film and mowed a small yard last week, today the grass wiped off with a paper towel.
I don't know long term but it looks promising. Fluid Film has an unpleasant odor (doesn't last long) be well ventilated when applying.
I have a 2015 model and two times I bought a Wix filter for it. They will not seal off(thought it was just a fluke)and you will lose most of your oil before you can turn the key off. Use John Deere filters or Kawasaki only.
Thanks for posting this. Good info to know.
Exactly what I needed - thank you!
Thanks for the video! You made it clear and easy
Sorry my mistake, Just have to loosen the bolt, Then the side cover can be opened.
Aaron, How do you feel about using the wash port ? I have read pros and cons. My LT150 didn't have one.
I don't think it hurts, but I don't think it helps much either. The only way to really clean the deck is to take it off.
@@DIYWithAaron Most of what I've researched is that water is not good for the mower deck. Before I do any mowing I'm going to coat the underdeck with Fluid Film.
@@williamfrancis6993 Yeah, I've heard the more recent Deere decks aren't as good as the older ones. Coating it might help, but I'm not familiar with Fluid Film. I never really thought about it much, but maybe I should.
Great video!
What size is the nut on the cover of the oil place?
8mm worked for me.
You ever try blowing off your machine when you finish mowing?
With a leaf blower? Sometimes.
How much oil and what type oil
1.7 liters on mine... check your manual to make sure it is the same. 10W-30 oil is what I use. Here is what John Deere sells www.lowes.com/pd/John-Deere-32-oz-4-Cycle-10W-30-Conventional-Engine-Oil/1000594691.
Don't need to tighten oil filter more than hand tight and then you should be able to remove it by hand next time without any tools.
Perhaps I'll try hand tight only next oil change. I always did it with that little bit of extra tightening as that was how I learned it and it's always been fine.
@@DIYWithAaron hand tightin is all you need do!
Thanks
General Question: How often are you all changing the oil?
According to the John Deere, you should change the oil yearly or every 100 hours of operation... whichever comes first. I personally do it yearly even though I rarely get over 40 service hours. It's easy to do and is relatively cheap insurance against engine problems.
If this is a how to, why didn’t you show the exact amount of oil you determined it needed by using the transparent window on the side of the bottle for those who are viewing your video? Just saying
Didn't think of it.
I left the cover off, it's a nuisance and serves no purpose
Great video!