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Kohler ECV940 / ECV980 — Storage (engine out of service 2 months or more)

Maintenance

For the Kohler ECV940 / ECV980, from the Kohler service manual.

Applies to: Kohler ECV940, Kohler ECV980

Procedure

  1. Add Kohler PRO Series fuel treatment or equivalent to fuel tank; run engine 2-3 minutes.
  2. Change oil while engine still warm (NOT required if using KOHLER PRO 10W-50 full-synthetic oil). Remove spark plug(s) and pour about 1 oz. engine oil into cylinder(s). Replace plugs and crank slowly.
  3. Disconnect negative (-) battery cable.
  4. Store engine in a clean, dry place.

Specs & values

  • About 1 oz. engine oil per cylinder

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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