Kohler 12 083 12-S Air Filter Pre-Cleaner – Replacement Lawn & Garden Equipment Engine Air Intake Filtration Component

Part Number: 12 083 12-S
Category: Kohler Lawn & Garden Equipment Engine Replacement Parts
Type: Replacement Command PRO Engine Air Filter Pre-Cleaner Element

The Kohler 12 083 12-S Air Filter Pre-Cleaner is a genuine OEM engine air intake filtration component designed for compatible Kohler Command PRO single-cylinder engines. This foam pre-cleaner fits around the primary air filter to help capture dust, dirt, grass clippings, and other airborne debris before they reach the engine. Designed for select Kohler CV11–CV16 and CV430–CV493 engines equipped with the larger-capacity air cleaner, it works with Kohler 12 083 10-S primary air filters. The Kohler 12 083 12-S provides a practical replacement for worn, damaged, or deteriorated pre-cleaners while helping maintain proper engine airflow and dependable outdoor power equipment performance.

Product Specifications

• Part Number: 12 083 12-S

• Brand: Kohler

• Product Type: Engine Air Filter Pre-Cleaner

• Component Type: Engine Air Intake Pre-Filtration Element

• Filter Material: Foam

• Engine Series: Kohler Command PRO

• Compatible Engine Models: Select CV11–CV16 and CV430–CV493

• Air Cleaner Configuration: Extra-Capacity Air Cleaner

• Associated Primary Air Filter: Kohler 12 083 10-S

• Primary Air Filter Dimensions: 4.5" Length x 3.3" Height

• Previous Part References: 12 083 12, 12 083 12-S1, KH-12-083-12, and 1208312

• Application: Engine Air Intake Filtration and Maintenance

• Function: Trapping Larger Airborne Contaminants Before the Primary Air Filter

• Quantity: 1 Pre-Cleaner Element

• Condition: New

Features & Benefits

• Genuine Kohler 12 083 12-S replacement air filter pre-cleaner

• Designed for compatible Kohler Command PRO engines

• Foam material helps capture dirt, dust, grass clippings, and other debris

• Provides an additional filtration stage for the engine air intake system

• Helps reduce debris accumulation on the primary air filter

• Works with Kohler 12 083 10-S air filter elements

• Supports proper airflow and dependable engine operation

• Can be cleaned and serviced according to Kohler maintenance instructions

• Replaces dirty, damaged, worn, or deteriorated pre-cleaners

Applications

• Select Kohler Command PRO CV11 engines

• Select Kohler Command PRO CV12–CV16 engines

• Compatible Kohler CV430–CV493 engines

• Kohler extra-capacity air cleaner assemblies

• Riding lawn mower engine maintenance

• Lawn tractor air filtration servicing

• Commercial mowing equipment engine maintenance

• Small engine air cleaner repairs

• Equipment specifying Kohler 12 083 12-S pre-cleaners

Important Information

• Verify Kohler part number 12 083 12-S before ordering

• This listing includes one replacement foam pre-cleaner, not a complete air filter assembly

• The matching primary air filter is Kohler 12 083 10-S and is sold separately

• The 4.5" x 3.3" dimensions refer to the associated primary air filter, not the foam pre-cleaner

• Designed for select Command PRO engines with the extra-capacity air cleaner configuration

• Do not confuse this component with Kohler 12 083 08-S, which is used in different air cleaner configurations

• Confirm compatibility with your specific engine model, specification number, and air cleaner assembly

• Not every Kohler Command or Command PRO engine uses the same pre-cleaner

• Inspect the pre-cleaner regularly and clean or replace it according to Kohler's maintenance instructions

• Allow the engine to cool and disconnect the spark plug wire before performing maintenance

• Follow the engine manufacturer's air filter installation and safety procedures