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Kohler — Spark Plug Replacement and Gap Adjustment

Maintenance

From a Kohler owner's manual covering: CH260, CH270, CH395, CH440. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Kohler CH260, Kohler CH270, Kohler CH395, Kohler CH440

Before you start

  • Electrical Shock can cause injury. Do not touch wires while engine is running.

Procedure

  1. Clean out spark plug recess. Remove plug and replace.
  2. Check gap using wire feeler gauge. Adjust gap, see specification table.
  3. Install plug into cylinder head.
  4. Torque plug to 20 ft. lb. (27 N·m).

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Spark plug gap: 0.03 in. (0.76 mm)
  • Spark plug torque: 20 ft. lb. (27 N·m)

Full service-parts list: Kohler CH260 →, Kohler CH270 →, Kohler CH395 →, Kohler CH440 →

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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