Cub Cadet XT1 Enduro | How to Change the Oil

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In this video I will show you how to change the oil and oil filter on a Cub Cadet XT1 Enduro series lawn tractor. In the video I will demonstrate on my Cab Cadet XT1 LT 46.
My “how to” videos for this mower:
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• Riding Lawn Mower Main...
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@jimmymcfarland4184 Год назад

Got the same mower last summer. Used the links you posted. Can’t wait to change the oil! Thanks for the video!

@fixitFlip Год назад

It's the best time of the year, getting ready to mow! I can't wait to get started. Thanks for using the links.

@TheNewenglandboys Год назад

Just bought the LT46 yesterday and in the bag with manuals was that clear tube I had no idea what it was for lol. Now I know! Thanks, great video and glad I found this! I subscribed

@fixitFlip Год назад

I just did a New User's Guide for the mower that may be helpful since you just got it! : ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-TAVEsobQ5DM.html

@TC10394 10 месяцев назад

What a perfect set up. LOVE IT!

@fixitFlip 10 месяцев назад

Thank you!

@kylem5135 2 месяца назад

Great video. I think I changed the oil in less than 10 minutes! I have the Briggs and Stratton engine that takes 1 1/2 quarts. Glad I took your advice and checked the Manuel. Thanks for the great video!

@fixitFlip 2 месяца назад

No problem and glad I could help!

@chrisw1460 10 месяцев назад

Thanks for these videos! I just got my CC XT1 46 this afternoon, and you've already been a BIG help.

@fixitFlip 10 месяцев назад

No problem, glad I could help. I'm loving the mower. Hope you have the same experience. More videos to come.

@gbppittpetitt8684 8 месяцев назад

Me too!

@kevinc6763 4 месяца назад

Thanks! Just bought mine. Appreciate this vid.

@fixitFlip 4 месяца назад

No problem. I think you'll enjoy it. I've been very pleased with mine.

@508homes Год назад

Thanks for the easy to follow video

@fixitFlip Год назад

No problem!

@vinceaddison577 Год назад

Great step by step video !

@fixitFlip Год назад

Thank you!

@Magnum_Express 3 месяца назад

Removing the hood should've been the first thing I did today. I changed the oil in mine for the first time today (about 6 hour mark) before finding this video and it wasn't easy as I anticipated. The oil ran out extremely slowly, even after running the engine for about a minute beforehand. Probably could've used another minute to warm up. The filter was so stuck on there from the factory, I had to run out and buy pliers similar to the ones you used. Also that dipstick is hard to read. The yellow color is fine if the oil's dirty, but when its fairly clean its a guessing game how much is actually on there. Good idea with the milk jug. I tried to use a flat oil pan, my first mistake. And I forgot to put a rag under the filter, so oil ran all over the frame. I've changed oil in cars, mowers, and such dozens of times, but today I felt like it was the first time again.

@fixitFlip 3 месяца назад

Well, glad you got it figured out now. Better late than never. I've got lots of videos for maintenance on this mower if you want to save the headache in the future, ha ha.

@MontanaTactical Год назад

Great video!! Thank you sir.

@fixitFlip Год назад

Thank you and no problem!

@drkeefer100 Год назад

Good video. Thanks!

@fixitFlip Год назад

Thank you and no problem!

@internet123ism2 12 дней назад

thanks for showing how the hood comes off.

@fixitFlip 12 дней назад

No problem! 👍🏻

@CWB1863 9 месяцев назад

Awesome, thank you!

@fixitFlip 9 месяцев назад

No problem! 👍🏻

@KeyFobRob Год назад

Thanks!!

@fixitFlip Год назад

No problem!

@randallbadgett7448 Год назад

What a great video. My cub is coming up for a oil change nowI feel more confident. Thanks!

@fixitFlip Год назад

Thanks and glad I could help!

@weekendhomeprojects Год назад

That mower looks beast!! Your wife worried about the neighbor ladies getting a wondering eye?

@fixitFlip Год назад

If she’s not, she should be! 😂

@rayalderson67 Год назад

@@fixitFlip 😂😂😂 Good one !!!!

@Watchpot Год назад

Question: i just purchased the same tractor and model,where does it say in the manual to change the oil and filter after the first five hours ? The authorized dealers I took it to them just to check out the function to make sure it was assembled correctly. The service manager told me do oil change after first 20 hours . Love your videos keep them coming.

@thebluesrockers Год назад

@@Watchpot I'm with this video creator. I believe after 5 to 10 hours you should change the oil. It's new and could have quite a bit of crap in it after being heated for several hours. Not to mention I prefer quality oil. pennzoil 10w30 synthetic, I also use Fram oil filters. I've used Fram filters for years. My last mower lasted 30 years and the motor is still working. So I must have done something right. The Transmission went out after 30 years but the motor still sounds good.

@philipfarmer3967 Год назад

@@Watchpotmost mowers recommend a “break in” oil change at 5 hours to get the initial shavings, etc out of there. It’s in the manual as well.

@javiersanchez2363 2 месяца назад

I've got this same mower. Appreciate the video! Any suggestions for an air ride suspension add-on for this one?

@Coach_Brian_Level_Up Год назад

Thank you!! I could not find this info clearly communicated anywhere else

@fixitFlip Год назад

No problem, glad I could help!

@lkw5699 Год назад

Great video. Just make sure your mower is on level ground before refilling with oil

@fixitFlip Год назад

Good tip.

@AimingWanderously 10 месяцев назад

But if it takes 2L (per the manual) and you add exactly 2L, you're safe even if you did it on an incline.

@paulinacastaneda50 Месяц назад

It’s a “he” I saw the nuts

@michaelpaulmcdaniel8870 Год назад

How do you keep it SO CLEAN Sir? She looks amazing!

@fixitFlip Год назад

Ha ha, thank you! I blow it off with the blower after every use and store it in a garage. That helps. I also put it up on my homemade ramps every now and then to scrape under the deck.

@COddietsch 25 дней назад

You hepled me decide on whether to buy it or the XT2 which I cannot really afford. $1300 more, don't think I need it. Thanks

@fixitFlip 25 дней назад

Glad I could help!

@timr31908 Год назад

Listen to that starter sounds really healthy man if you had a hard start sounds like that starter's going to go to hell

@fixitFlip Год назад

Yeah definitely a good thing!

@chuckpeters1 3 месяца назад

Great video.. I've been saving this vid since i bought my enduro 50 last fall. My mower has about 6.5 hrs on it. I really would like to mow before changing the oil. How far past the 5hr mark would be ok? Mowing my yard adds about an hour to the meter.

@fixitFlip 2 месяца назад

It’s probably the most important oil change on the tractor so I wouldn’t wait too long.

@phillipjohnson6772 3 месяца назад

Great job man! Simple and clean approach. Quick question does your drive belt have a lot of slack or chatter while in motion?

@fixitFlip 3 месяца назад

Thanks and no it should not. I do have a drive belt video. Different mower but they are pretty similar. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-KT9MX1ibk90.html

@phillipjohnson6772 3 месяца назад

@@fixitFlip I’ll do some investigating. Kinda frustrating since it’s a brand new mower

@fixitFlip 3 месяца назад

Absolutely. @@phillipjohnson6772

@speederz1 Год назад

i drain my oil 2xs a season no matter if it needs it or not..and the rear hydrostaic also

@fixitFlip Год назад

Nothing wrong with that. Not like you can change your oil too much.

@edporter9355 2 месяца назад

👍👍👍👍👍👍

@fixitFlip 2 месяца назад

👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻

@daveswain7944 Год назад

Great video. I've lost the drain tube that came with my mower. Any idea what the inside diameter of the tube is? I'm guessing 3/4" but I can't quite tell.

@fixitFlip Год назад

Thanks. I'm pretty sure it's 1/2 inch ID plastic tubing.

@chrismcdowell2752 Год назад

1/2"

@xraykadiddlehopper8067 Год назад

Pretty shiny mower ya got there. Must be new 5 hrs old. You didn’t get much spill when putting the oil filter back on?

@fixitFlip Год назад

Yep got it new (scratch and dent) from a dealer. One that had been banged up at Home Depot and sold at auction. But it's in pretty good shape. Gotta be quick with the filter ha ha.

@justinallen4903 17 дней назад

This is great, unfortunately, when I bought mine from HD, I didn't get the manual or drain hose. Well, guess I have to run to the hardware store.

@fixitFlip 17 дней назад

A lot of people say that about buying from HD. I always recommend people buy from their local dealer. They won’t do that kind of stuff.

@stevem.9022 2 месяца назад

Does the 2 quarts include the filter fill or is it 2 full quarts plus the addition of the filter oil?

@fixitFlip 2 месяца назад

The 2 quarts includes the filter fill!

@CWB1863 4 месяца назад

Can you use Castrol 10-30 synthetic blend? I'll use the Kohler but it's so much more expensive.

@fixitFlip 4 месяца назад

I have heard of people using it before but I have never personally tried it so I can't vouch for it.

@CWB1863 4 месяца назад

@@fixitFlip Fair enough, good answer.

@danielsolis3884 Год назад

My mower was delivered with no owners manual or tub to drain the oil any idea what size tube I need? Thank you I’m advance

@fixitFlip Год назад

Any 1/2 inch hose will work! My neighbor even uses a piece of garden hose on his Cub.

@Mr91495osh 11 месяцев назад

Did you check the oil level after you ran the engine? What engine do you have?

@fixitFlip 11 месяцев назад

I did not check it right after the change, but I do check it from time to time. Mine is the Kohler 7000 series.

@LIGHT7CODE7 Месяц назад

I have thie mower and like it. They make everything so cheap these days with a plastic hood cover.

@fixitFlip Месяц назад

Agreed. And this year's model they even removed the hour meter. Cheap.

@steelphantom9105 11 месяцев назад

I have the same mower which I bought last year (2022) but doesn’t have the quick drain release. What should I do?

@fixitFlip 11 месяцев назад

You can cut up a bottle like I do in this video, then drain it. Once it's drained, I would put a quick drain release in it or a drainzit hose. Video and items linked below: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-hxUnUHeVLr0.html&pp=ygUcZml4IGl0IGZsaXAgb2lsIGNoYW5nZSB0cmljaw%3D%3D Drainzit hose: amzn.to/3KkSP2n Replacement oil drain valve: amzn.to/43HzkrF

@drc44646 Год назад

Do you have any idea what the oil type is that they originally ship the mower with? I cannot find it anywhere and need to top off the oil. Thanks

@fixitFlip Год назад

I believe it comes with the 10W-30 . But I can't vouch for that 100%

@thebluesrockers Год назад

If it's a new mower and has 5 hours on it you really need to change the oil. I like to change my oil every year. I have 5 acers to mow. My last mower was a Craftsman GT with a 23hp Kohler. It lasted me 30 years before the transmission went out. I now have the Cub Cadet XT-1 23hp Kohler. The same exact mower as this video. I sure don't expect it to last 30 years but I'm very happy with it. The best cut my yard has ever seen. If you prime your oil filter by pouring oil into it for a few minutes, you should drain out with the funnel back into the bottle before installing the oil filter. this will be a lot less messy. Other than that tip, this video was awesome. I hope we all have a mowing season without any breakdowns. Peace.. Joe

@fixitFlip Год назад

@@thebluesrockers Amen to that brother. Cheers to no breakdowns or belts popping off. Thanks for stopping by and the input. Always welcome!

@Art-jl6pt Год назад

Thank you-I hit starter for a second to get any oil left in crank case out before I add new oil - I put aluminum foil or cardboard under drain plug & filter tape it to frame to keep in place..is there a spark plug that performs better than stock??I use old oil to lubricant underneath deck during winter storage- wipe clean in spring before first mow.check deck for any dirt,etc that would freeze up actuator pulley arm. Thx again

@fixitFlip Год назад

Good tips on the cardboard and the oil under deck. I haven't had to replace my spark plug yet.

@thebluesrockers Год назад

I would only use a cheap champion spark plug, as the higher end spark plugs could cause some damage. I also always check the gap on the spark plug before installing, and make sure you snug it up without over tightening. I recommend changing your spark plug every spring with a fresh oil change, and a decent oil filter. I prefer a Fram filter. I also have always used Pennzoil motor oil. My last mower had a Kohler 22hp and lasted 30 years before the transmission went out. Not sure if my maintaining had anything to do with that but I feel it may have. Whatever you choose to do I wish you the best of luck. Having a broken down mower sure sucks. I'm so glad I bought the Cub Cadet. Best cut my yard has ever seen. I've been very impressed. Take good care and good luck to you.

@smpotter1 3 месяца назад

It looks like we have the same Kohler manual....Mine doesn't say anything about changing it at 5 hrs and it says to change it every 100 miles not every 50....Just personal preference?

@fixitFlip 3 месяца назад

Interesting. I've never seen a mower that didn't recommend a break-in oil change. Probably the most important one in my opinion.

@thebluesrockers Год назад

Why did you use synthetic oil? Just wondering. I'm not a fan of the synthetic oil. there's a few reasons why I don't like it. I can't seem to find my manual so I'm not sure what it recommends. Does it recommend synthetic oil or is that your personal preference? Great video by the way. I had to sub your channel. I bet you'll have a lot of video's that will be quite helpful for future fixes. Thanks for all your time and effort for making these video's. Peace.. Joe

@thebluesrockers Год назад

I forgot to mention the reasons I don't like the synthetic oil. many synthetic oils contain esters, which are organic compounds mixed with alcohol. This particular combination can be extremely rough on seals within the engine, which can cause the seals to wear down and begin to leak or burn oil.

@fixitFlip Год назад

@@thebluesrockers Very interesting tidbits on the oil. I did not know that! I mainly went with it just because that's what was suggested in the manual, and I've never had any issues with it in the past. Which oil do you typically use?

@thebluesrockers Год назад

@@fixitFlip I use Pennzoil 10-w-30 and I highly recommend the Fram oil filters. There's you tube video's of people testing oil and Pennzoil did amazing. There's also people showing the difference in oil filters. One guy cut open a Harley Davidson oil filter and Fram filter and proved how the Fram filter was far better. I learned about the Fram oil filters back when I was in my early 20's from my boss when I worked changing oil. My Father in-law had told me about Pennzoil motor oil back in my early 20's. He also recommended STP, fuel injection cleaner once a month with a full tank of gas. He said that's just a smart way to keep things clean. He said not to over use it but once a month throw a bottle in the tank with a fill up to keep things from building up. He said it will also help keep my spark plugs clean. he also said spark plugs can mess things up when you get those high dollar split fire spark plugs. he said it's better to use a cheaper costing spark plug and just change them more often. Sorry for the mini book. I just wanted to share all of my info with you. Take what you want from it. I'm glad I subbed your channel and wish you the very best. Peace.. Joe

@thebluesrockers Год назад

@@fixitFlip I had heard that you can use standard oil in something that says synthetic only, but if you choose to use standard oil not to go back to the synthetic. As that can cause problems. I'm no Johnny wrench so I have no Idea personally, but the Mechanic that told me that had several years of college and went to college to become a Mercedes, mechanic. Very knowledgeable guy.

@fixitFlip Год назад

@@thebluesrockers Very interesting. I'm going to look into this further!

@eh5108 Год назад

Hi.can you send me description about oil filter wrench Please. Thanks

@fixitFlip Год назад

Sure, here is the link right here: amzn.to/42Wb6dp

@ABackZhu 2 месяца назад

My LT46 bought this year (2024) does not have hour meter. The manual says it need oil change for the first 5 hours but change the oil filter every 50 hours. For whatever reason, it also says in step 1 to remove all fuel from tank by running engine until it stops from lack of fuel. I see you still have some gas in tank. Is it necessary to change the oil filter and empty the gas in tank?

@fixitFlip 2 месяца назад

Yes on the oil filter and I have never heard of emptying a gas tank to change the oil?? The oil change after 5 hours is probably the most important oil change. Not having an hour meter I don't understand. It should have one.

@ABackZhu 2 месяца назад

@@fixitFlip They start selling LT46 without hour meter. That's for sure. A lot of people have complained about it. I need to order separately from their company and installed it by myself. Is it possible or still good to change oil without changing the oil filter after 5 hours as manual says?

@fixitFlip 2 месяца назад

@@ABackZhu Wow. What a cheap shortcut to take that off a machine that expensive. That's crazy. It is better than nothing to at least change just the oil, that's for sure. But best to change both.

@psychdoggg Год назад

Fills the oil filter, then dumps half on the ground when installing it 😅. I definitely don't do this on a car, I'm sure as heck not doing it on my mower. Decent video though 👍.

@fixitFlip Год назад

Ha! Thanks, dog!

@MrHyde216 Год назад

@psychdogg I was wondering if I should pre-fill my oil filter as well ?

@5730201 Год назад

I bought a new cub cadet xt1 enduro lt 50 in. Does he need to replace the coolant and refrigerant? thx

@fixitFlip Год назад

There is no coolant or refrigerant.

@thundermike109 Месяц назад

Yo bro

@fixitFlip Месяц назад

Yo.

@boozer74 Год назад

Do I need to use kohler oil?

@fixitFlip Год назад

Nope, brand doesn't matter.

@thebluesrockers Год назад

@@fixitFlip I'd stay away from the recycled oil they sell at Wal-Mart & I would also stay away from Valvoline.

@fixitFlip Год назад

@@thebluesrockers Good tips.

@AimingWanderously 10 месяцев назад

I find it interesting how the manual says to change the oil after the first 5hrs and then every 50, yet Kohler's user manual for that exact engine does not say to do it after 5 hrs, but says to do it every 100 hrs (instead of 50). Further, their user manual for this engine states that if you use their Kohler Pro 10w-50 synthetic oil it only needs changed every 300 hrs. Personally I would tend to side with the engine manufacturer vs Cub Cadet's manual, however my last Cub Cadet was a 2007 and as of this year when I finally retired it, it only has 261 hrs on it. I of course couldn't let a single oil change go that long if that's my average run time, but it is interesting what Kohler states.

@fixitFlip 10 месяцев назад

That is very interesting. Pretty much every engine I've ever worked with suggests a break-in oil change after 5 hours. And 100 hours seems crazy to me.

@CWB1863 4 месяца назад

@@fixitFlip I'm now changing the oil every 30hrs to be on the safe side. Can't beat clean oil

@fixitFlip 4 месяца назад

Absolutely. Most important maintenance there is! @@CWB1863

@CWB1863 4 месяца назад

@@fixitFlip Agreed!

@mikegeremia4918 8 месяцев назад

is it harmful if I did not change the oil after 5 hrs.....I have 22 on it now it was brand new

@fixitFlip 8 месяцев назад

I would change it ASAP. I think the first "break-in" oil change is one of the most important. Clears out metal shavings and particles from break in.

@Mr91495osh 11 месяцев назад

The manual didn’t say how to remove the hood, thanks

@fixitFlip 11 месяцев назад

No problem.

@5730201 Год назад

How long does it take to change the oil?

@fixitFlip Год назад

Under an hour, counting getting all your tools out, etc.

@5730201 Год назад

@@fixitFlip When I buy a new lawn mower, how often should I change the oil and antifreeze? Thanks

@fixitFlip Год назад

@@5730201 The mower needs a "break-in" oil change after the first 5 hours if purchased new, then every 50 hours after that. There is no antifreeze to worry about.

@5730201 Год назад

@@fixitFlip thx🍻🍻🍻🍻🍻🍻

@kvnparker Год назад

Fram Oil Filter PH3614 fits this engine

@MiBurnout 10 месяцев назад

Fram is trash now...

@pgc6166 Месяц назад

I don't understand the comment about removing the sparkplug for a oil change. Is there any legit reason for doing that?

@fixitFlip Месяц назад

I don't do it, but I know of some people that do any time they do any type of maintenance. Just kind of a procedure to make sure there is no accidental start ups. The chances of it happening are very very low unless you are messing with the blades.

@Dooblecaine 2 месяца назад

I ordered mine from Home Depot and they are clueless. They gave me the manual for an ZT1 and when I mentioned that they returned later in the day with a new document bag for a.. ZT1. Of course no drain tube. What a mess.

@fixitFlip 2 месяца назад

Lol yep ALWAYS but from a dealer if you can! That’s what I did.

@lkw5699 2 месяца назад

Whats a pto?

@fixitFlip 2 месяца назад

“Power take off”. Lever you push down on to engage the blades.

@mikd1420 Год назад

Why do you have to change the oil after only the first 5 hrs?

@fixitFlip Год назад

During the first 5 hours the oil basically cleans the engine and while it's breaking it in, it gets lots of little metal shavings in it, so it's always recommended to do a change after the first 5 hours. Then once it's broken in you can spread them out.

@mikd1420 Год назад

@Fix it Flip thanks for the reply, I just bought this mower, waiting for it to arrive this week. I've already watched 3 of your videos and look forward to following you until I get the hang of my new tractor!

@fixitFlip Год назад

@@mikd1420 Also, welcome aboard! I'll have more videos on this tractor coming your way!

@timr31908 10 месяцев назад

You just wait till you have to buy new blades it's going to break the bank

@fixitFlip 10 месяцев назад

Don't tell me that. I was just wanting to switch to some gator blades for the fall. That may be out then.

@fixitFlip 10 месяцев назад

Just looked it up. $63......wow

@surgeant 3 месяца назад

Is that $63 for a set of 3 Cub Cadet OEM blades, or the Gator set?

@markrush5013 11 дней назад

42 bucks...worth every penny

@69boychild Год назад

My cub the dipstick and oil drain is on the opposite side of the filter….? Lol

@fixitFlip Год назад

Weird. 🤨

@crazymomwife4 4 месяца назад

Funny my exact same one has the dip stick and filter on one side and the where you drain the oil on the other! Bought it 2 years ago

@whocares5188 Год назад

Lol you get 1 more hp over the xt1 46. I wonder if it really has 1 more hp.

@fixitFlip Год назад

Who gets 1 more hp? This is an XT1 46.

@thegreener196 2 месяца назад

I bought a brand new xt1 lt46 at the end of last summer and put 5 hours on it then put it up for the winter and left the key in the on position accidentally and now the hour meter says 38 hours. blech

@fixitFlip 2 месяца назад

👎🏻👎🏻 stupid