Disassembly/Inspection And Service - Kohler Command Pro CV173 Service Manual

Accidental Starts can cause severe injury or
death.
Disconnect and ground spark plug lead(s)
before servicing.
Clean all parts thoroughly as engine is disassembled.
Only clean parts can be accurately inspected
and gauged for wear or damage. There are many
commercially available cleaners that will quickly remove
grease, oil, and grime from engine parts. When such a
cleaner is used, follow manufacturer's instructions and
safety precautions carefully.
Make sure all traces of cleaner are removed before
engine is reassembled and placed into operation. Even
small amounts of these cleaners can quickly break down
lubricating properties of engine oil.
Empty Fuel Tank (if equipped)
Ensure fuel tank is empty by running engine until it
stops, and is completely out of fuel.
Disconnect Spark Plug
A Spark Plug Lead Boot
NOTE: Pull on boot only, to prevent damage to spark
plug lead.
Disconnect lead from spark plug.
Drain Oil and Remove Oil Filter
A
D
A Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick
Clean Oil Change
C
Screw
1. Clean area around oil fi ll cap/dipstick and drain plug.
Remove drain plug and oil fi ll cap/dipstick; drain oil
into an approved container.
2. Clean area around oil fi lter. Remove clean oil
change screw; then slowly remove fi lter; wipe off
mounting surface.
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WARNING
A
B
C
B Oil Filter
D Drain Plug
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Disassembly/Inspection and Service

Before working on engine or equipment, disable engine as
follows: 1) Disconnect spark plug lead(s). 2) Disconnect
negative (–) battery cable from battery.
3. Dispose of used oil and fi lter in accordance with
local ordinances.
Remove Air Cleaner Assembly
A
H
A Air Cleaner Cover
Paper Element and
C
Foam Precleaner
E Nut
G Breather Hose
1. Move bails on air cleaner cover down; remove
latches from under tabs on base; remove cover.
2. Remove paper element and foam precleaner (if
equipped).
3. Using Hose Removal Tool (See Tools and Aids),
carefully remove breather hose from air cleaner
base assembly.
4. Remove nuts securing air cleaner base assembly to
carburetor; remove assembly from studs and discard
gasket.
B
C
D
G
E
F
B Bail
Air Cleaner Base
D
Assembly
F Gasket
H Latch
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