Kohler — Drive Replacement CH440 Type II Starter

Repair & overhaul · Electric Starter

From a Kohler service manual covering: CH245, CH255, CH260, CH270, CH395, CH440. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Kohler CH260, Kohler CH270, Kohler CH395, Kohler CH440

Procedure

1. Disconnect all lead wires from starter; note location of each for reassembly.
2. Move square boot to access and remove brush lead connector wire screw.
3. Remove 4 screws and separate starter.
4. Remove drive assembly and retain shim.
5. Lubricate motor to drive assembly gears with Kohler starter drive lubricant.
6. Install shim on motor side of new drive assembly.
7. Reassemble starter components in reverse order. Torque 4 screws to 5.8 N·m (51 in. lb.); torque brush lead connector wire screw to 1.7 N·m (15 in. lb.).
8. If starter assembly was removed from engine, reinstall and torque mounting screws to 24 N·m (212 in. lb.).

Full service-parts list: Kohler CH260 →, Kohler CH270 →, Kohler CH395 →, Kohler CH440 →

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.

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