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Kohler GEN 5.0 — Change Oil

Maintenance · Engine oil

For the Kohler GEN 5.0, from the Kohler owner's manual.

Applies to: Kohler GEN 5.0

Before you start

  • Change oil while engine is warm

Procedure

  1. Clean area around oil fill plug/dipstick and oil drain plug
  2. Remove oil drain plug and oil fill plug/dipstick; drain oil completely
  3. Reinstall oil drain plug; torque to 13 ft. lb. (17.6 N-m)
  4. Fill crankcase with new oil up to point of overflowing filler neck
  5. Reinstall oil fill plug/dipstick and tighten securely
  6. Dispose of used oil per local ordinances

Specs & values

  • Torque = 13 ft. lb. (17.6 N-m)

Source: Kohler owner'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.

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