Universal M-18 Maintenance

Universal M-18 Recommended Maintenance Schedule

Service ProcedureRecommended Service Interval(s)
Replace engine oil & oil filter100 hours/12 months under normal operating conditions
Replace fuel filter400 hours
Replace air filter element1 year
Cleaning heat exchanger500 hours

Universal M-18 Service Part Numbers

Engine oil filterFram PH3593A
Engine air filter
Fuel filterWix 33390
Engine V-beltOld Alternator Bracket: Gates 7410 V-Belt
New Alternator Bracket: Gates 7390 V-Belt
Glow plugNGK (2031) Y103V
Thermostat
Radiator capDuralast 7013
Raw water impellerSherwood: Sherwood 10077K-SHW
Oberdorfer: Impeller 6593, Gasket 6599, O-ring 9797-03

Universal M-18 Fluid Specs and Capacities

Oil & Fluid Specs
Engine oilSAE-30 HDRotella T1 SAE 30
10W-40 HDCastrol GTX 10W-40
Engine coolantPrestone 50/50 Prediluted
Transmission fluidValvoline DEX/MERC ATF

Fluid Capacities
Fluid capacities are nominal - always fill to proper level on dipstick or to fill plug level as applicable
Engine oil capacity2.5-3.0 quarts w/oil filter
Cooling system capacity3.0 quarts
Transmission capacity10.0 fl. oz.