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Kohler KG2204 Engine Engine

The Kohler KG2204 is a 2.2 L 4-cylinder natural aspiration engine rated at 1800 rpm, producing up to 30 kW. It powers generator sets from Kohler, including the 24RCL. It holds 4.2 L (1.1 gal) of oil and 13.2 L (3.5 gal) of coolant.

Part of the Kohler KG2204 engine family — 2 variants share parts & fitment.

2.2 L
Displacement
4
Cylinders
1800 rpm
Rated speed
30 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Oil capacity4.2 L
Coolant capacity13.2 L
Displacement2.2 L
Cylinders4
AspirationNatural Aspiration
Rated speed1800 rpm
Gross power30 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

1

Troubleshooting

6

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomRemedy
Accidental startingDisconnect the battery cables before working on the engine. Remove the negative (–) lead first when disconnecting the battery. Reconnect the negative (–) lead last when reconnecting the battery.
Disabling the engineDisable the engine as follows: 1) Disconnect the ignition coil. 2) Remove the battery cables, negative (–) lead first. Reconnect the negative (–) lead last when reconnecting the battery.
Battery acid cleanupAdd 500 g (1 lb.) of bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) to a container with 4 L (1 gal.) of water and mix the neutralizing solution. Pour the neutralizing solution on the spilled battery acid and continue to add the neutralizing solution to the spilled battery acid until all evidence of a chemical reaction (foaming) has ceased. Flush the resulting liquid with water and dry the area.
Battery short circuitsDisconnect the battery before maintenance. Remove all jewelry before servicing the equipment. Use tools with insulated handles. Remove the negative (–) lead first when disconnecting the battery. Reconnect the negative (–) lead last when reconnecting the battery. Never connect the negative (–) battery cable to the positive (+) connection terminal of the starter solenoid. Do not test the battery condition by shorting the terminals together.
Servicing the air cleanerDo not operate the engine with the air cleaner/silencer removed.
Troubleshooting and/or repairing the sensors or the ECMMake sure that the fuel supply is turned OFF and that the fuel supply valves are DISCONNECTED from the power source BEFORE turning the ECM power on.

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this engine’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.

Parts cataloged across the Kohler KG2204 family

34
Part #DescriptionCategory
GM90232--CAir Intake Assyair_filter
GM90232--FAir Intake Assyair_filter
GM90232--GR1Air Intake Assyair_filter
GM90232--GR2Air Intake Assyair_filter
GM90280Air Cleaner Assyair_filter
GM90281Element, Air Cleanerair_filter
GM91571Hose, Fuel Linehose
GM95583Hose, Air Intakehose
X-215-19Elbow, pipe (90 deg x 1/8”npt)hose
X-386-141Line, Flexhose
X-426-1Clamp, hose, 2.81/3.75 in.hose
X-426-2Clamp, hose, 2.31/3.25 in.hose
X-426-9Clamp, hose, .25/.70 in.hose
X-6380-11Hose, Charged Air Coolerhose
X-672-40Clamp, Insulatedhose
24RCLKOHLER 24RCL generatorother_service
GM90230Figure 1-23 Coolant Fill (24RCL shown)other_service
GM90277Pipe, Exhaustother_service
GM96976Valve, Dual Solenoidother_service
M125A-06-80Washer, Plainother_service
M125A-08-80Washer, Plain 8.4 ID x 16.0 ODother_service
M125A-10-80Washer, Plain 10.5 ID x 20.0 ODother_service
M6921-06016-60Screw, Hex Flnge M6x16mm flly thrd js500other_service
M931-08040-60Screw, Hex Capother_service
M933-06010-60Screw, Hex Capother_service
M933-08012-60Screw, Hex Capother_service
M933-08016-60Screw, Hex Capother_service
M934-08-60Nut, Hexother_service
M982-06-80Nut, hex elastic stop, 6MMother_service
M982-08-80Nut, hex elastic stop, 8MMother_service
X-25-40Washer, Plain, .281 ID X .625 in. ODother_service
X-284-7Grommet, roundother_service
X-6047-31Channel, Uother_service
X-75-10Plug, pipe (3/8” nptf)other_service

Parts cataloged across all variants of this engine family — verify the exact part fits your specific variant and serial number before ordering.

Common questions

What is the oil capacity of the Kohler KG2204?

The Kohler KG2204 engine has an oil capacity of 4.2 liters.

What is the displacement of the Kohler KG2204?

The Kohler KG2204 has a displacement of 2.2 liters with 4 cylinders.

Which generators use the Kohler KG2204 engine?

The Kohler KG2204 powers 1 generator set(s), including Kohler 24RCL.