{"product_id":"12v-starter-motor-17-098-04-17-098-12-compatible-for-kohler-engine-ch395","title":"12V Starter Motor 17-098-04 17-098-12 17-098-04S 17-098-12S for Kohler CH395 CH395-0021 CH395-0024 CH395-0032 Engine Riding Mower Generator","description":"\u003ch3\u003e✅ Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMake:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kohler Power (Kohler Co.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kohler CH395 — 208cc single-cylinder OHV air-cooled gasoline engine (9.5HP)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM \/ Cross Reference Part Numbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKohler OEM (hyphenated format):\u003c\/strong\u003e 17-098-04, 17-098-12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKohler OEM (service \/ S-suffix format):\u003c\/strong\u003e 17-098-04S, 17-098-12S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKohler OEM (continuous format):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1709804, 1709804S, 1709812S\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Kohler CH395 Engine Spec Numbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCH395-0021, CH395-0024, CH395-0025, CH395-0026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCH395-0032, CH395-0041, CH395-0065\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRiding lawn mowers and garden tractors (Kohler CH395-powered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZero-turn mowers (commercial and residential)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall portable and standby generators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercial landscaping and groundskeeping equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight industrial and specialty outdoor power equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Fitment Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Verify your Kohler engine model (CH395) and spec number (e.g. CH395-0021) from the engine data plate before ordering. The spec number is printed on the engine identification label. Contact us for fitment confirmation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🔧 Product Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect OEM Replacement — Kohler 17-098-04 \/ 17-098-12 12V Starter for Kohler CH395 Single-Cylinder OHV Engine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drop-in fit for all Kohler CH395 engine spec variants (CH395-0021 through CH395-0065) — matching original Kohler 17-098-04 \/ 17-098-12 starter specifications for reliable 12V electric starting on the Kohler CH395 208cc OHV gasoline engine in riding mowers, zero-turn mowers, and small generators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e7 OEM Part Numbers in Hyphenated, S-Suffix Service, and Continuous Formats — Complete Kohler Catalog Coverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cross-references 7 Kohler OEM part numbers across standard hyphenated format (17-098-04 \/ 17-098-12), S-suffix service format (17-098-04S \/ 17-098-12S), and continuous format (1709804 \/ 1709804S \/ 1709812S) — the S-suffix format is Kohler’s standard service parts designation and the same part as the base number. Covers all Kohler dealer, OEM, and aftermarket catalog searches regardless of format used\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKohler CH395 — Kohler’s Versatile 208cc 9.5HP Single-Cylinder OHV Engine for Residential and Commercial Outdoor Power Equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Kohler CH395 is a 208cc single-cylinder OHV (overhead valve) air-cooled gasoline engine — part of Kohler’s Command PRO horizontal-shaft engine series. The CH395 is widely used as OEM equipment in riding lawn mowers, garden tractors, zero-turn mowers, and small generators by leading OEM customers including Husqvarna, John Deere, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, Snapper, Simplicity, and other major outdoor power equipment brands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e7 CH395 Spec Variants Covered — CH395-0021 Through CH395-0065:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kohler assigns unique spec numbers to each CH395 engine configuration — distinguishing variants by carburetion, ignition system, governor, and equipment-specific calibrations. This starter covers 7 CH395 spec variants (0021 \/ 0024 \/ 0025 \/ 0026 \/ 0032 \/ 0041 \/ 0065) — matching the starter fitment across the most common CH395 spec numbers found in riding mowers, zero-turn mowers, and small generators in North American service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKohler Power — America’s Most Trusted Small Engine Brand for Outdoor Power Equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kohler Power (a division of Kohler Co., founded 1873) is one of America’s most respected and longest-established small engine manufacturers — supplying OEM engines to virtually every major outdoor power equipment brand in North America. Kohler’s Command PRO engine series (including the CH395) is the benchmark for reliability, longevity, and ease of service in commercial landscaping and residential outdoor power equipment applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarter Motor Failure on Kohler CH395 — Common Seasonal Maintenance Issue on High-Hour Mowers and Generators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Starter motor failure is a common maintenance issue on high-hour Kohler CH395-powered riding mowers and zero-turn mowers — particularly after extended mowing seasons or storage periods. Symptoms typically include a grinding noise, single click with no crank, or complete failure to engage the flywheel. Replacing the Kohler starter is a straightforward DIY or workshop repair that restores reliable electric starting for the mowing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e📦 What's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e1× Starter Motor 12V — New Aftermarket (Kohler 17-098-04 \/ 17-098-12)\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e🔑 Key Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKohler OEM Part Numbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17-098-04 \/ 17-098-12 (standard) — 17-098-04S \/ 17-098-12S (S-suffix service format) — 1709804 \/ 1709804S \/ 1709812S (continuous)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Engine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kohler CH395 — 208cc single-cylinder OHV air-cooled gasoline — 9.5HP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Spec Numbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e CH395-0021 \/ 0024 \/ 0025 \/ 0026 \/ 0032 \/ 0041 \/ 0065\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Riding lawn mower \/ zero-turn mower \/ small generator \/ commercial landscaping equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e New Aftermarket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e FN26060902\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e⚠️ Please verify your Kohler engine model (CH395) and spec number from the engine data plate before purchasing. The spec number is on the engine identification label (e.g. CH395-0021). Contact us if unsure — we are happy to confirm fitment for your Kohler CH395-powered mower or generator.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fuel Parts Depot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47496565457052,"sku":"17-098-04","price":155.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7843\/8300\/files\/1790190296264mcb_1788167432027.jpg?v=1788167626","url":"https:\/\/fuelpartsdepot.com\/products\/12v-starter-motor-17-098-04-17-098-12-compatible-for-kohler-engine-ch395","provider":"Fuel Parts Depot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}