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Kohler — Injection pumps delivery balancing

Adjustments

From a Kohler service manual covering: KD 702, KDW 1003, KDW 1404, KDW 702, KDW 702 - 1003 - 1404. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Kohler KDW 1003, Kohler KDW 1404, Kohler KDW 702, Kohler KDW 702 / KDW 1003 / KDW 1404 engine, Kohler KDW702 engine, Kohler KDW1003 engine, Kohler KDW1404 engine

Before you start

  • Each time a pump/injector is replaced it is necessary to balance the deliveries.

Procedure

  1. If balancing error exceeds 2 cm³/min adjust injection pump deliveries.
  2. Loosen screws 1 and 2 that block plate 4 and rod 3.
  3. Move plate 4 rightwards relative to rod 3 to increase delivery.
  4. Moving leftwards decreases delivery; make very small movements.
  5. Tighten screws 1 and 2 at 1.1 Nm.

Tools required

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Specs & values

  • Balancing error limit 2 cm³/min
  • Screws 1 and 2 = 1.1 Nm

Full service-parts list: Kohler KDW 1003 →

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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