Kohler — Choke Adjustment Above 10 deg F (-12.2 deg C)
Adjustments · Automatic choke
From a Kohler service manual covering: 4CFKM, 4CKM, 5CKM, 5CKM/SCKMR, ACKM/4CKMR. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Kohler 4CFKM, Kohler 4CKM, Kohler 5CKM, Kohler M18 engine, Kohler M20 engine
Procedure
- Scribe mark on choke black cover where casting mark meets it.
- Loosen two choke adjusting screws.
- Rotate choke cover counterclockwise toward leaner setting.
- Tighten screws when scribe-to-casting distance is 5/16 in. (8 mm).
Tools required
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Specs & values
- Distance 5/16 in. (8 mm)
Full service-parts list: Kohler 4CFKM →, Kohler 4CKM →, Kohler 5CKM →
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.