Engine Service Manual

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Starter System
14 690 10 Rev. -- KohlerEngines.com
Pawls (dogs) Replacement
1. Install a clamp to hold pulley in starter housing and
prevent it from rotating.
2. Unscrew center screw and lift off drive plate.
3. Note positions of pawls and pawl springs before
removing. Remove parts from pulley.
4. Install pawl springs and pawls into pawl slots of
pulley. All parts must by dry.
5. Position drive plate over pawls, aligning actuating
slots in place with raised sections on each drive
pawl. Torque center screw to 5-6 N·m (44-54 in. lb.).
6. Remove clamp and pull starter rope out part way to
check operation of pawls.
Install Starter
1. Place starter onto studs protruding from blower
housing. Start nuts onto studs, but do not tighten.
2. Pull starter handle out until pawls engage in drive
cup. Hold handle in this position and torque nuts to
8 N·m (71 in. lb.).