Kohler — Filling the Cooling System
Maintenance
From a Kohler operator's manual covering: 10/13/15ERG, 10ERG, 13ERG, 15ERG, TP-6334. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Kohler 10ERG, Kohler 13ERG, Kohler 15ERG
Before you start
- Do not add coolant to a hot engine; it can crack the cylinder block or cylinder head.
- A coolant solution of 50% ethylene glycol provides freezing protection to -37 C (-34 F) and overheating protection to 129 C (265 F). Do not use alcohol or methanol antifreeze.
Procedure
- Close the radiator's coolant drain valve and tighten the hose clamps.
- Fill the radiator with the recommended coolant mixture of 50% ethylene glycol and 50% clean, softened water.
- Replace the radiator's pressure cap.
- Operate the engine until the thermostat opens and the radiator upper hose becomes hot.
- Stop the engine and allow it to cool.
- Remove the radiator's pressure cap.
- Add coolant to the radiator to just below the overflow tube on the filler neck.
- Replace the radiator's pressure cap.
- Maintain the coolant level in the coolant overflow bottle between the High and Low markings.
Specs & values
- Coolant capacity 7.6 L (8.0 Qts.)
Full service-parts list: Kohler 10ERG →, Kohler 13ERG →, Kohler 15ERG →
Source: Kohler operator's 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.