Kohler — Front Wheel Alignment
Adjustments
From a Kohler service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Kohler LH775 engine
Procedure
- Rotate steering wheel to center the pitman arm.
- Measure center-to-center distance between front wheels at front and rear; measurements should be equal within 0.120 in (3 mm).
- Rotate tires 90 degrees and make a second measurement.
- If adjustment needed, loosen jam nuts on tie rod ends and rotate tie rods equally.
- Torque jam nuts 45 to 55 ft-lb (61 to 74 N-m).
- Check for component interference through lock-to-lock steering.
Specs & values
- Alignment 0 + 0.120 in. (0 + 3 mm)
- Jam nuts 45 to 55 ft-lb (61 to 74 N-m)
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.