The Cub Cadet 104 coolant capacity is listed as 0.53 gal (2 L). It also lists coolant type ethylene glycol-based coolant.
Coolant capacity0.53 gal (2 L)
Coolant typeethylene glycol-based coolant
Cub Cadet 104 Coolant Capacity
Cooling system capacity
0.53 gal (2 L)
Coolant type
ethylene glycol-based coolant
Engine horsepower
10.5 hp (7.8 kW)
Engine displacement
0.2 L (14.7 cu in)
Coolant Capacity Comparison Chart
Coolant capacity comparison
This model
0.53 gal
Average
1 gal
Low
0.5 gal
High
2 gal
Engine horsepower comparison
This model
10 hp
Average
18 hp
Low
10 hp
High
30 hp
Engine displacement comparison
This model
0.2 L
Average
0.9 L
Low
0.5 L
High
1.5 L
Cub Cadet 104 Coolant and Engine Notes
Coolant capacity note
For the Cub Cadet 104, 0.53 gal (2 L) is the main coolant capacity captured. Use it as a refill planning number, then confirm the final level at the machine
Coolant type note
Use the right coolant formula for the Cub Cadet 104: ethylene glycol-based coolant. Cheap wrong coolant is not a smart saving if it causes corrosion or deposits
Engine context note
The Cub Cadet 104 engine data captured here is engine horsepower 10.5 hp (7.8 kW) and displacement 0.2 L (14.7 cu in). Bigger engines usually need more coolant and more careful refill bleeding
Refill note
Coolant changes are simple but easy to do sloppily. On the Cub Cadet 104, plan around 0.53 gal (2 L) and confirm the final level after air works out of the system
Cub Cadet 104 Coolant Capacity FAQ
What is the cooling system capacity of the Cub Cadet 104?
The Cub Cadet 104 cooling system capacity is shown as 0.53 gal (2 L). That is the number to use before draining the system.
What coolant type should I use in the Cub Cadet 104?
Use ethylene glycol-based coolant. The blunt rule is simple: match the manual’s coolant spec and do not mix unknown coolant formulas.
Should I use straight water in the Cub Cadet 104?
Not for normal long-term use. The Cub Cadet 104 should use the coolant mix specified in the manual or the manual’s specified coolant mix so the system gets corrosion, freeze and boil protection.
Does old coolant matter in the Cub Cadet 104?
Yes. Old coolant can lose protection even if temperature looks normal. The listed service interval for the Cub Cadet 104 is the service interval in the operator manual.
Why does the Cub Cadet 104 coolant amount differ from other models?
Coolant capacity changes with engine and radiator setup. For the Cub Cadet 104, the supporting engine data is horsepower 10.5 hp (7.8 kW) and displacement 0.2 L (14.7 cu in).
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Tractor coolant specs can change by year, market, engine, radiator, cab/heater setup and service procedure. Please check the operator manual, decal information and official cubcadet.com website for official information before draining or refilling the cooling system.
