Lubrication System - Kohler 8-32EOZD Service

2.2 Lubrication System

Use oil that meets the American Petroleum Institute
(API) classification of CD or CF. Using an unsuitable oil
or neglecting an oil change may result in damage and a
shorter engine life. Figure 2-1 show the recommended
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) viscosity
designation for given operating temperature ranges.
SAE
Service
Grade
°C
--30 --20 --10
°F
0
Operating Temperature
Figure 2-1 Engine Oil Selection
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10W
20W
10W30
15W40
#20
#30
#40
°C
0 10 20 30 40
°F
20 40 60 80 100
TP-5856-1
Note: Failure to observe the oil specifications may
cause inadequate lubrication/oil pressure and
cold-starting difficulties.
TP-6255 7/06