How to fix the Kohler Solenoid Problem the Right Way

I saw a few videos out here on Youtube on how to disable the solenoid, but this here is the right way to fix it.

The old solenoid has the problem, that it overheats and then it gets stuck in open, or closed position. That means your motor doesn't start because it gets no gas, or it backfires, because it doesn't shut the gas off, after the ignition is off.
There is also the possibility, that it gets stuck between open and close, and that means you probably do not have enough power in the engine, because it is not fully opened.
In any case, a new solenoid alone will fix your problem only temporarily, because the new solenoid will overheat again, and then depending on the quality and the specification and the temperature, it will fail on you again.

You need to install a heat shield to protect the new solenoid from the heat radiating from the exhaust pipe and the engine.

In this video I show how to install the Kohler Solenoid Repair Kit.
If you are interested how that kit looks like, then you may watch the unboxing video right here:    • Unboxing Kohler Solenoid Repair Kit  

If you want to know, what happened to the original solenoid that failed, then watch this video:    • Kohler Courage Single Cylinder Engine...  

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Enjoy!

OK, one more thing. This kit is available for more or less money. I recommend to spend some time to search for a good price online. I was lucky to find the kit shown in the video for $35. And i hope it lasts forever!

And if you have already the heat shield installed, and you just need the solenoid, you may consider finding a whole new carburetor with the solenoid already installed. I found a brand new one for $37 on Ebay.

This engine was used in mowers from Husqvarna, Cub Cadet Yard Machines, Craftsman, John Deere, and maybe others.