Front Axle Oil

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ritcheyvs

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Kittrell, NC
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Kioti DK45S
When I did my 400 hr service (2006 DK45S) I drained and refilled the front axle oil. After a couple hours use I noticed the front axle oil was low so I topped it up. I suspect trapped air caused the oil level appear full when it wasn't.

I doubt mine was low enough long enough to do any damage. But I'd advise owners to fill, drive, and recheck the level when changing the front axle oil.
 
   / Front Axle Oil #2  
Great tip Scott!
 
   / Front Axle Oil #3  
That happens to all the models front axles due to air pockets. With my CK30hst, I refill, drive it around a few hundred yards, and then top off.
 
   / Front Axle Oil #4  
Thanks for the tip...I'll be changing the oil soon at 50 hours.
 

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