The KEM 5.7L is a 350 L 8-cylinder pushrod actuated hydraulic roller valve lifters engine. It powers generator sets from KEM, including the 5.7. It holds 6 L (1.6 gal) of oil.
Maintenance schedule
| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|
| Air filter | | | — | | |
| Fuel filter | | | — | 500 hr | |
| Oil filter | AC Delco (or equivalent) oil filter as original equipment. An equivalent oil filter must be used when servicing the engine. | | — | 175 hr | |
| Battery | | | — | | |
| Belt | | | — | | |
| Coolant | | | — | | |
| Oil | Multi-viscosity oils are recommended, SAE 10W-30 is recommended for your engine from 0 degrees F (-18 degrees C) or above. If ambient temperature are consistently below 0 degrees F, SAE 5W-30 oil should be used. | | — | 175 hr | |
| Spark plug | | | 41-101 | | Amazon eBay $20.99 |
Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.
Common questions
What is the oil capacity of the KEM 5.7L?
The KEM 5.7L engine has an oil capacity of 6.0 liters.
What is the displacement of the KEM 5.7L?
The KEM 5.7L has a displacement of 350.0 liters with 8 cylinders.
Which generators use the KEM 5.7L engine?
The KEM 5.7L powers 1 generator set(s), including KEM 5.7.
How often should you change the oil in the KEM 5.7L?
The KEM 5.7L oil change interval is every 175 hours.
What is a common problem with the KEM 5.7L engine?
A commonly reported issue on generators using the KEM 5.7L is: A non-emissions related issue occurs.. Fix: The lighting of this fault indicator would indicate to the operator that the gauges for oil pressure and coolant temperature should be checked immediately and action taken to eliminate engine damage. If the engine should shut down for no apparent reason, check this lamp. Similar to the MIL, the fault code will have to be read and cleared before continuing vehicle operation (after repairing the root problem)..