Brent: Instead of an oil pan, I use an empty windshield washer gallon. I cut the bottom 3/4 off (just below the handle). Then the thin plastic gallon is easy to squeeze between the right rear tire and the deck. I thread the oil drain hose down so it is right over the center of the bottom section of that plastic gallon... and then loosen the drain plug. Changing the mower blades number GY20683 - I just raise the deck to 4.5". Then I lay down on cardboard and loosen the bolt with a long handle ratchet with 18mm socket. I use leather gloves to hold the blade with one hand and crank counter-clockwise with the ratchet with the other. (The bolt is not reversed threaded). One change I made was to add an OEM Kawasaki FR691V engine sticker on the top of the engine.
What a fantastic video Brent. Thanks for walking us not mechanically inclined through the maintenance. I definitely will be purchasing this mower. Thanks again for the great tutorial.
Good video. I just recently purchased this mower. I asked the dealer about doing service at their place. I may be wrong but I swear I remember him saying $280 something for service? The kit online for this is around $60ish and would take me just a few min at home. I guess every dealer could be different but what all is typically included in a service at the dealer? That seems high just for doing this maintenance. Btw, great imformative videos. The best I’ve found yet.
I am glad the video was helpful and labor rates are high on everything these days but I am not exactly sure what all is covered in the service packages these days.
First thing I'm going to do is replace the stock oil drain hose with a longer Drainzit hose or something similar. With all manufacturers trying to make oil changes easier, John Deere really dropped the ball here in not specifying a longer drain hose from Kawasaki or providing a better solution. Is that sheet metal that wraps around the sides and back of the engine easily removed? That would seem to make all of the maintenance access points much easier to get to.
It looks like that upper rear guard can be removed with 2 easily accessible bolts (on the rear attaching it to the lower guard) for much easier access to the engine. Am I missing something here?
What are the big differences between the z320R vs the z315E? Is having the Kawasaki engine worth it for the extra money? $500 difference here where I am? I see the seat is different and you get the lights up front and rubber floor. Are these things worth the extra?
I think this is all debatable. The extra comfort features are nice if you have a lot to mow. In my opinion it is nice having the peace of mind with the highly trusted Kawasaki.
hi, the left motion control lever is stiffer than the right side when you move them from forward to reverse positions, kind of like it is dampened . Is this an indicatation of trouble. How to fix this ?
I'm sorry! The website is still under construction for the new models. If you need anything specific make sure to call the customer service line so we can get you fixed up.
Is there really only the 2 grease points on this mower? (two under the plastic deck covers), I have this weird feeling I'm missing more grease points...
Which tools were used for the maintenance, what size sockets and what not. Also, what’s the parts number for the HomeKit, I couldn’t find it with the link.
We can get parts for it yes. The site is under construction so a lot of things are missing right now. If you just reach out to our customer support on the site they should be able to get you whatever you need.
@@edwardkroll9344 Mine has 8 hours on it now. I wonder what it says on some Kawasaki forums or other sites? I have the JD oil now for this change, so maybe I'll do the synthetic on the next oil change.
I've only been able to get about 1qt of oil out of this engine and 1 and 1/4 back in (I'm figuring the 1/4 qt is filling the oil filter. I'm checking the dipstick as shown in the video (threads not screwed on) and it's showing full. I find this really weird, but it seems to be running just fine.. Anyone else have this?
@@loganwork7024 nope sure didn't. I've changed the oil again and same exact thing. I'm kinda worried about it now, have to wonder if it was assembled correctly (I mean it's working OK mowing my yard, but)... I just don't want to blow the thing up
I feel like I have asked about this everywhere. My local dealer will only do a full service on it which I don’t want to pay for. If anyone has any ideas I’d love to hear them
Brent: Instead of an oil pan, I use an empty windshield washer gallon. I cut the bottom 3/4 off (just below the handle). Then the thin plastic gallon is easy to squeeze between the right rear tire and the deck. I thread the oil drain hose down so it is right over the center of the bottom section of that plastic gallon... and then loosen the drain plug. Changing the mower blades number GY20683 - I just raise the deck to 4.5". Then I lay down on cardboard and loosen the bolt with a long handle ratchet with 18mm socket. I use leather gloves to hold the blade with one hand and crank counter-clockwise with the ratchet with the other. (The bolt is not reversed threaded). One change I made was to add an OEM Kawasaki FR691V engine sticker on the top of the engine.
What a fantastic video Brent. Thanks for walking us not mechanically inclined through the maintenance.
I definitely will be purchasing this mower. Thanks again for the great tutorial.
Good video. I just recently purchased this mower. I asked the dealer about doing service at their place. I may be wrong but I swear I remember him saying $280 something for service? The kit online for this is around $60ish and would take me just a few min at home. I guess every dealer could be different but what all is typically included in a service at the dealer? That seems high just for doing this maintenance. Btw, great imformative videos. The best I’ve found yet.
I am glad the video was helpful and labor rates are high on everything these days but I am not exactly sure what all is covered in the service packages these days.
Replacing the oil drain hose for a longer one would fix that flaw in the design. Great video.
Yes, this would be a good idea. I like it!
Just went to my local John Deere dealer and placed my order for this mower. Thanks again
i bought this mower...make sure to get the mulcher kit installed. the quick cover does not work on this model. great mower so far.
First thing I'm going to do is replace the stock oil drain hose with a longer Drainzit hose or something similar. With all manufacturers trying to make oil changes easier, John Deere really dropped the ball here in not specifying a longer drain hose from Kawasaki or providing a better solution.
Is that sheet metal that wraps around the sides and back of the engine easily removed? That would seem to make all of the maintenance access points much easier to get to.
It looks like that upper rear guard can be removed with 2 easily accessible bolts (on the rear attaching it to the lower guard) for much easier access to the engine. Am I missing something here?
Yes it can be removed to give you better access.
Can the trans oil be changed on this machine? Or is it a sealed unit? What about the Z330M/R? Thanks!
All of the Z3 models are sealed units.
Hi, awesome videos. I wanted ask you if you can recommend the tools needed and/or if you sell them so I can buy them. Thank you!
What are the big differences between the z320R vs the z315E? Is having the Kawasaki engine worth it for the extra money? $500 difference here where I am? I see the seat is different and you get the lights up front and rubber floor. Are these things worth the extra?
I think this is all debatable. The extra comfort features are nice if you have a lot to mow. In my opinion it is nice having the peace of mind with the highly trusted Kawasaki.
hi, the left motion control lever is stiffer than the right side when you move them from forward to reverse positions, kind of like it is dampened . Is this an indicatation of trouble. How to fix this ?
Can I get the part number for that socket you used for the oil filter?
I went to your website to look for parts and accessories and you don't have the Z320R listed as an option to select.
I'm sorry! The website is still under construction for the new models. If you need anything specific make sure to call the customer service line so we can get you fixed up.
Is there really only the 2 grease points on this mower? (two under the plastic deck covers), I have this weird feeling I'm missing more grease points...
I have the same question!
Which tools were used for the maintenance, what size sockets and what not. Also, what’s the parts number for the HomeKit, I couldn’t find it with the link.
Why bother? Use 10w30 synthetic for vehicles. Mobel one or Castrol. Much better
I just purchased one. Should i use fuel+oil ? Or just gas?
Great video! I just purchased the z320m I went tothe 247 parts web site and this machine isn't listed. Do you have parts available for it yet?
We can get parts for it yes. The site is under construction so a lot of things are missing right now. If you just reach out to our customer support on the site they should be able to get you whatever you need.
@@247parts I may have fast forwarded over the DIY kit part number in the video. Which kit is it? Thanks.
Can you put synthetic oil in? I have 9 hours on mine!
I was wondering that too?
@@Matthew-hi5ud The Dealership I bought mine from said it was OK. Even better than the JD oil. But that was the salesman!
@@edwardkroll9344 Mine has 8 hours on it now.
I wonder what it says on some Kawasaki forums or other sites? I have the JD oil now for this change, so maybe I'll do the synthetic on the next oil change.
What is part number of that oil filter wrench?
I've only been able to get about 1qt of oil out of this engine and 1 and 1/4 back in (I'm figuring the 1/4 qt is filling the oil filter. I'm checking the dipstick as shown in the video (threads not screwed on) and it's showing full. I find this really weird, but it seems to be running just fine.. Anyone else have this?
Yes ever figure it out?
@@loganwork7024 nope sure didn't. I've changed the oil again and same exact thing. I'm kinda worried about it now, have to wonder if it was assembled correctly (I mean it's working OK mowing my yard, but)... I just don't want to blow the thing up
I feel like I have asked about this everywhere. My local dealer will only do a full service on it which I don’t want to pay for. If anyone has any ideas I’d love to hear them
Does JD sell a filter kit? If so, do you know which one will work for my Z320R?
Is the oil filter the same on a z325e
No it is a different filter. The oil filter for the Z325E is an AM125424 and the Home maintenance kit number is LG276.