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Kohler — Valve Clearance Adjustment

A Kohler service procedure — check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Before you start

  • Engine must be cold for accurate adjustment.

Procedure

  1. Ensure engine is cold and at rest.
  2. Remove valve cover.
  3. Locate adjustment screw on rocker arm.
  4. Insert feeler gauge of specified thickness between valve stem and rocker arm.
  5. Loosen locknut and adjust clearance screw until specified gap is achieved.
  6. Tighten locknut securely.
  7. Reinstall valve cover with new gasket.

Tools required

  • Feeler gauge
  • Socket wrench

Specs & torque values

  • Valve clearance specification: 0.15mm (intake/exhaust per manual)

Source: manual:14_690_01_EN.pdf. Figures and steps are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.