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Lubrication System
KohlerEngines.com 14 690 12 Rev. --
This engine uses a combination pressure/splash lubrication system, delivering oil under pressure to crankshaft,
connecting rod and main bearing surfaces. Other component areas are splash lubricated.
Lubrication Components
A
B
C
B
A
D
C
A Oil Drain Plug B
Clean Oil Change
Screw
C Oil Filter D Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick
OIL RECOMMENDATIONS
Refer to Maintenance.
CHECK OIL LEVEL
NOTE: To prevent extensive engine wear or damage,
never run engine with oil level below or above
operating range indicator on dipstick.
Ensure engine is cool and level. Clean oil fi ll cap/dipstick
areas of any debris.
1. Remove dipstick; wipe oil off .
2. Reinsert dipstick into tube; press completely down
and turn 1/4 turn.
3. Remove dipstick; check oil level. Level should be at
top of indicator on dipstick.
4. If oil is low on indicator, add oil up to top of indicator
mark.
5. Reinstall and secure dipstick.
CHANGE OIL AND OIL FILTER
Change oil while engine is warm.
1. Clean area around oil fi ll cap/dipstick and drain plug.
Remove drain plug and oil fi ll cap/dipstick; drain oil
into appropriate container.
2. Clean area around oil fi lter. Remove clean oil
change screw; then slowly remove fi lter; wipe off
mounting surface.
3. Apply thread sealant around three full threads of
drain plug; reinstall drain plug. Torque to 13.6 N·m
(120 in. lb.).
4. Reinstall clean oil change screw. Torque to 14.7 N·m
(130 in. lb.).
5. Apply a thin fi lm of clean oil to rubber gasket on new
fi lter.
6. Refer to instructions on oil fi lter for proper
installation.
7. Fill crankcase with new oil. Level should be at top of
indicator on dipstick.
8. Reinstall oil fi ll cap/dipstick and tighten securely.
9. Start engine; check for oil leaks. Stop engine; correct
leaks. Recheck oil level.
10. Dispose of used oil and fi lter in accordance with
local ordinances.
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