Kohler Vertical Crankshaft Engine CV11

Drain the oil from the engine crankcase.

Remove the oil filter drain plug (where applicable) located at the base of the oil filter adapter and allow the oil filter to drain.

Old Filter Removal and Preparation

Remove the old filter and wipe off the filter adapter.

Torque the oil filter drain plug to 7.3-9.0 N·m (65-80 in. lb.).

Place a new replacement filter in a shallow pan with the open end up.

Pour new oil into the filter until it reaches the bottom of the threads.

Precleaner Removal and Cleaning

Remove the precleaner from the paper element

Wash the precleaner in warm water with detergent

Rinse the precleaner thoroughly until all traces of detergent are eliminated

Squeeze out excess water (do not wring)

Allow the precleaner to air dry

Saturate the precleaner with new engine oil

Remove the wing nut and air cleaner element

Remove the precleaner from the paper element, if equipped

Gently tap the flat side of the paper element to dislodge dirt

Is the paper element dirty, bent, or damaged?

Replace with a genuine Kohler element if necessary

Inspect the rubber seal on the stud for wear or damage

Replace the rubber seal if worn, damaged, or questionable

Ensure the engine is stopped, level, and cool

Clean the area around the oil fill cap/dipstick before removing it

Unthread and remove the oil fill cap/dipstick; wipe oil off

Reinsert the dipstick into the tube and rest the oil fill cap on the tube without threading

Remove the dipstick and check the oil level

Is the oil level up to, but not over the 'F' mark on the dipstick?

Add oil of the proper type if the level is low, up to the 'F' mark on the dipstick

Clean the area around the base of the spark plug

Blow out the cavity with compressed air

Spark Plug Removal and Inspection

Check the condition of the spark plug

Is the spark plug worn or questionable for reuse?

Replace the spark plug if necessary