Kohler Ford LSG-423 — Timing Belt Adjustment
Adjustments · Camshaft Timing
For the Kohler Ford LSG-423, from the Kohler service manual.
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Before you start
- Always turn the engine in the direction of normal rotation; backward rotation may cause the timing belt to jump time
Procedure
- Remove the timing belt outer cover
- If the belt timing is incorrect, loosen the belt tensioner adjustment screw, position the tool on the tension spring rollpin and release the belt tensioner; tighten the adjustment screw to hold the te
- Remove the crankshaft damper and belt guide
- Remove the drive belt and inspect it for wear or damage; replace if damaged
- Position the crankshaft sprocket and the camshaft sprocket as shown; set the distributor rotor to No. 1 firing position by turning the auxiliary shaft
- Install the timing belt over the crankshaft sprocket and then counterclockwise over the auxiliary and camshaft sprockets
- Loosen the tensioner adjustment bolt to allow the tensioner to move against the belt
- Rotate the crankshaft two complete turns in normal rotation to remove the slack from the belt
- Torque tensioner adjustment and pivot bolts to specifications and re-check timing mark alignment
- Install the crankshaft damper, belt guide, cover and spark plugs; start engine and check ignition timing
Tools required
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Specs & values
- Set crankshaft to TDC by aligning timing pointer with O mark on crankshaft damper
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.