Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.)/yardman riding mower

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model #1363694h701   serial#2j275c30027   hor do u ck the lube level in the rear end,,how do u fill it also and ck the level ,,got a small oil leak on my sons mower,,do u have to pull sheet metal to see how to fill it and ck level,,,what kind of lube does it take??? thanks

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Sorry Creed, the model number you gave me isn't a good number.

If the drive train is gear drive you don't need to worry. The trans is filled with grease and is non-servicible.

If the drive train is hydrostatic it is also non servicible.

FYI... you can't fix squat on an MTD without removing sheet metal.

Check that model number and get back to me.

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