Kohler — Bleeding Lifters
Repair & overhaul · Hydraulic Lifters
From a Kohler service manual covering: 62 690 13 Rev. D, ECH940, ECH980. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Kohler 62 690 13 Rev. D
Before you start
- Prevents possible bent push rod or broken rocker arm.
Procedure
- Cut a 50-75 mm (2-3 in.) piece from end of an old push rod and chuck it in a drill press.
- Lay a rag or shop towel on table of drill press and place lifter, open end up, on towel.
- Lower chucked push rod until it contacts plunger in lifter. Slowly pump plunger 2 or 3 times to force oil out of feed hole in side of lifter.
Tools required
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Full service-parts list: Kohler 62 690 13 Rev. D →
Source: Kohler service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.