Service Manual

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Disassembly/Inspection and Service
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Flywheel/ignition/Intake Manifold Components
A
B
D
F
C
E
A Thermostat Housing B Intake Manifold C Thermostat D Ignition Module
E Flywheel F Stator
Remove Ignition Modules
1. Disconnect kill leads from ignition modules.
2. Rotate fl ywheel, so magnet is away from ignition
modules.
3. Remove mounting screws and take off each ignition
module.
Remove Flywheel
NOTE: Always use a fl ywheel puller to remove fl ywheel
from crankshaft. Do not strike crankshaft or
fl ywheel, as these parts could become cracked
or damaged.
1. Use a fl ywheel strap wrench or holding tool to hold
fl ywheel. Remove screw and fl at washer.
2. Use a puller to remove fl ywheel from crankshaft.
3. Remove woodruff key from crankshaft keyway.
Inspection
Inspect fl ywheel for cracks, and fl ywheel keyway for
damage. Replace fl ywheel if cracked. Replace fl ywheel,
crankshaft, and key if fl ywheel key is sheared or keyway
is damaged.
Inspect ring gear for cracks or damage. Kohler does
not provide ring gears as a serviceable part. Replace
fl ywheel if ring gear is damaged.
Check charging system magnets to be sure they are not
loose or cracked.
Remove Stator Assembly
Remove mounting screws, and pull stator, with plug-in
connector attached, from engine.