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Kohler CH5 / CH6 — Service Precleaner

Maintenance · Air cleaner precleaner element

For the Kohler CH5 / CH6, from the Kohler service manual.

Applies to: Kohler CH6

Before you start

  • Operating engine with loose or damaged air cleaner components could allow unfiltered air into engine.

Procedure

  1. Remove air cleaner cover.
  2. Remove precleaner from air cleaner element retainer or element.
  3. Wash precleaner in warm water with detergent. Rinse thoroughly. Squeeze out excess water (do not wring). Air-dry.
  4. Saturate precleaner with new engine oil. Squeeze out all excess oil.
  5. Reinstall precleaner.
  6. Reinstall air cleaner cover and secure.

Tools required

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Full service-parts list: Kohler CH6 →

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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