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Kohler L600 / L654 — Ignition Timing with Timing Light (Magneto)

Adjustments

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

Applies to: Kohler L600 engine

Before you start

  • Do not connect a battery to the magneto as this will ruin the coil windings.

Procedure

  1. After confirming breaker point gap is set, connect timing light to #1 cylinder and start engine.
  2. Aim timing light into pointer area on bell housing; SPK mark should be even with pointer as light flashes.
  3. If not, loosen (do not remove) the two magneto mounting capscrews.
  4. Shift position of magneto (top flange eccentric) until SPK mark is exactly centered.
  5. Retighten mounting capscrews.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Ignition timing 16 degrees BTDC

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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