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Kohler 10CC / 10CCOZ-Mobile — Bleeding the Fuel System

Maintenance

For the Kohler 10CC / 10CCOZ-Mobile, from the Kohler service manual.

Applies to: Kubota V1305BG-2 engine

Before you start

  • Explosive fuel vapors. Use extreme care when handling, storing, and using fuels.
  • Wipe up all spilled diesel fuel after bleeding system.

Procedure

  1. Disconnect lead 71A from the starter motor to disable cranking.
  2. Fill the fuel tank.
  3. Loosen the small vent screw on the fuel filter a few turns.
  4. Using start switch on the controller, operate the fuel pump until bubble-free fuel flows; tighten vent screw.
  5. Loosen the line connection (bleed point) at fuel injection pump inlet.
  6. Operate the fuel pump until bubble-free fuel flows; tighten line connection.
  7. Reconnect lead 71A to the starter motor.

Full service-parts list: Kubota V1305BG-2 engine →

Source: Kohler service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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