Kohler L600 / L654 — Carburetor Disassembly - Side Draft

Repair & overhaul · Side draft gasoline carburetor

For the Kohler L600 / L654, from the Kohler service manual.

Applies to: Kohler L600 engine

Procedure

1. Remove carburetor from engine.
2. Remove bowl nut, gasket and bowl; remove drain spring, spacer, plug and gasket from inside bowl when a bowl drain is fitted.
3. Remove float pin, float, needle and needle seat; check float for dents, leaks and wear.
4. Remove bowl ring gasket.
5. Remove idle fuel adjusting needle, main fuel adjusting needle and springs.
6. Do not remove choke and throttle plates and shafts; if worn, replace carburetor assembly.

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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