Replace old mower oil to keep the engine running efficiently.
This makes it easier to drain the oil.
The oil pan will catch most of the oil, while the cardboardsoaks up any oil spillsthat may occur.
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Clean up the area, then start the lawn mower to check that the oil change was a success.
In most communities, old oil can be disposed of properly by taking it to a local recycling center.
When Should You Replace Lawn Mower Oil?
Riding mowers can typically go for a longer period without any oil change.
Plan to change the oil about once every 75 to 100 hours of use.
