Oil Capacity Seems Off?

[brandonozz 168]

I just changed the oil on my C165 for the first time.  I added a little less than what the manual for the K341 calls for and stopped to let the oil settle and check the oil with the dipstick.  The oil is showing at least a 1/4" over the full mark???

Before draining I warmed the engine well and let the oil drain overnight.  The dipstick tube seems to be correct.  From what I've found the capacity is supposed to be 1.9 quarts and I only added about 1.6 to 1.7 quarts yet it is showing overfilled.  Did Kohler ever make a shallow pan for these engines that would require less oil capacity?

 

Thanks for your advice, Brandon

[rmaynard 15,949]

My method is add a quart, then top off until the oil level is correct on the stick.

However, I think the amount should be 1.5 qts.

[gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,276]

Lube and capacity chart

Garry

[brandonozz 168]

Well Bob, based on the manual Garry provided it looks like your correct - 1.5 quarts.  I looked in themanuals but didn't see that chart and searched here for the (aparently incorrect) information at Kohler.

http://www.kohlerengines.com/onlinecatalog/pdf/tp_1346_c_all.pdf  There must have been different pans on some at least,

 

Thanks guys, I guess I get to get a little sloppy draining 1/4 quart as my drain pipe is straight down between the frame rails. 

 

Bob I agree about adding less than you think it needs and then topping off as necessary ...... I thought I was!    

[Kelly 1,031]

Big pan blocks use more oil than small pans blocks, the 165 has the small pan.