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Kohler — Oil Filter Change Procedure

Maintenance · Lube oil filter

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

  • Wash hands after any contact with engine oil.
  • If also performing an oil change, skip steps 4 and 5 and go back to the oil change procedure.

Procedure

  1. Loosen the oil filter by turning it counterclockwise. Remove the oil filter and clean up spilled oil.
  2. Clean the contact surface of the oil filter adapter.
  3. Lightly lubricate the gasket surface of the new filter with fresh engine oil. Thread on until the gasket contacts, then hand-tighten an additional one-half turn.
  4. Start the generator set and check for oil leaks.
  5. Stop the generator set. Check oil level. Add oil as necessary to bring level to the Full mark.

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.

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