Kohler CV11-16 / CV460-465 / CV490-495 Service Manual
Covers CV11-16, CV460-465, CV490-495 Command engines with detailed service procedures for engine components, systems, and troubleshooting. Includes part numbers for repair.
Kohler Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: Kohler CV11, Kohler CV12.5, Kohler CV13, Kohler CV14, Kohler CV15, Kohler CV16, Kohler CV460, Kohler CV465, Kohler CV490, Kohler CV495
Sub-models / Variants: Command Series, Vertical Crankshaft, Electric Start, Retractable Start, LPG-fueled variants, Smart Spark equipped variants
Model Years: 1991–2002
Serial Numbers: 2105810334 (example format provided in document)
Technical Data:
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Cylinder Bore: 87 mm (CV11-14, CV460-465) or 90 mm (CV15, CV16, CV490-495)
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Stroke: 67 mm (CV11-16) or 77 mm (CV460-465, CV490-495)
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Compression Ratio: 8.5:1
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Oil Capacity: 1.9 L (2.0 U.S. qt.)
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Spark Plug Gap: 1.02 mm (0.040 in.) for most models; 0.76 mm (0.030 in.) for CV11-14 LP, CV16
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Cylinder Head Fastener Torque: 40.7 N·m (30 ft. lb.)
Kohler Manual Features & Content Preview
Kohler Command CV11–CV16 & CV460–CV495 Service Manual
- Original OEM publication (Form TP-2339-D) covering 1991–2002 Kohler Command vertical crankshaft engines, including CV11-CV16, CV460-CV465, and CV490-CV495 variants.
- Instant download access allows you to get the specs you need immediately, with the file stored securely in your account for lifetime retrieval.
- Contains 26 detailed sections featuring technical specifications, component identification, and maintenance schedules for lubrication, fuel, and electrical systems.
- Fully searchable PDF format to locate specific part numbers and tolerance charts in seconds, saving critical time during engine teardowns.
Engine Service and Diagnostic Content
When a Kohler Command engine hits your workbench, you need exact specifications without the wait. Available as an instant download, this service manual provides the technical depth required for professional evaluation and rapid parts identification. It breaks down the critical subsystems of the vertical crankshaft series, offering comprehensive diagnostic tables for fuel delivery issues, governor hunting, and electrical charging circuit malfunctions. Each chapter is highly structured to help you navigate from the air intake and cooling components straight to the ignition system, including specific documentation on the Smart Spark module.
Technical Preview and Reference Data
Inside, you will find targeted data for top-end service and lower-end internal reconditioning. The reference charts outline exact cylinder bore tolerances, piston clearances, and crankshaft journal wear limits. It covers the specifics of the Gerotor oil pump and provides valve clearance and hydraulic lifter specifications necessary for proper evaluation.
Quick reference data is essential for accurate reassembly planning. The documentation lists factory torque requirements, such as 40.7 N·m (30 ft. lb.) for cylinder head fasteners and 13.6 N·m (10 ft. lb.) for the oil drain plug, alongside ignition resistance values ranging from 7,900 to 18,400 ohms for secondary windings. Please remember that the figures previewed here are strictly for reference; always verify all procedures, clearances, and torque specs against the complete OEM guidelines inside the manual before applying a wrench to ensure safe and reliable engine operation.
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