Kohler — Change Oil Filter
Maintenance · Lubrication system
From a Kohler service manual covering: CV11, CV11-14 LP, CV12.5, CV13, CV14, CV15, CV16, CV460-465, CV490-495. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Kohler CV11, Kohler CV460-465, Kohler CV490-495
Procedure
- Drain oil from the engine crankcase.
- Remove the oil filter drain plug where applicable and allow filter to drain.
- Remove old filter and wipe off filter adapter; reinstall drain plug to 7.3-9.0 N·m.
- Pour new oil into new filter through threaded center hole until oil reaches bottom of threads.
- Wipe a drop of oil on the new filter rubber gasket.
- Install filter; turn until gasket contacts adapter, then tighten additional 2/3 to 1 turn.
- Fill crankcase with new oil to the F mark.
- Test run engine, check for leaks, stop and recheck oil level.
Specs & values
- Oil filter drain plug torque 7.3-9.0 N·m (65-80 in. lb.)
- Replace oil filter every 200 hours / every other oil change
Full service-parts list: Kohler CV11 →, Kohler CV460-465 →, Kohler CV490-495 →
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.