The Kohler KD36V16 is a 35.96 L 16-cylinder turbocharged, intercooled engine rated at 1500 rpm, producing up to 1238 kW. It powers generator sets from Kohler, including the GMKD1250-A, GMKD1350, KD1250 and KD1350. It holds 135 L (35.7 gal) of oil and 235 L (62.1 gal) of coolant.
Part of the Kohler KD36V16 engine family — 4 variants share parts & fitment.
| Oil capacity | 135.0 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 235.0 L |
| Displacement | 35.956 L |
| Cylinders | 16 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged, Intercooled |
| Rated speed | 1500 rpm |
| Gross power | 1238 kW |
| Code | Meaning |
|---|---|
| SL001 | Check coolant level |
| SL003 | Check the ventilation holes on the water pump |
| SL004 | Check/drain water trap on the primary fuel filter |
| SL100 | Take oil sample and perform oil analysis |
| SL121 | Replace diesel engine oil and oil filter |
| SL107 | Replace the oil separator filter insert of the crankcase breather |
| SL105 | Replace main fuel filter |
| SL106 | Replace the primary fuel filter |
| SL120 | Take coolant sample and perform coolant analysis |
| SL108 | Change air filter main element |
| SL118 | Check state of fan drive belt drive and replace if necessary |
| SL109 | Check and change the V-ribbed belt for the battery charging alternator |
Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this engine’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.
| Part # | Description | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 230610191 | Cylinder head cover assembly | other_service |
| 230610556 | Cylinder head cover assembly | other_service |
| 230610589 | Cylinder head cover assembly | other_service |
| PA-361625 | Exhaust Silencer, Critical | other_service |
| PA-361626 | Exhaust Silencer, Hospital | other_service |
Parts cataloged across all variants of this engine family — verify the exact part fits your specific variant and serial number before ordering.
The Kohler KD36V16 engine has an oil capacity of 135.0 liters.
The Kohler KD36V16 has a displacement of 35.956 liters with 16 cylinders.
The Kohler KD36V16 powers 6 generator set(s), including Kohler GMKD1250-A, Kohler GMKD1350, Kohler KD1250, Kohler KD1350, Kohler KD1400.