Kohler KD 441 — Connecting rod - upward replacement of the connecting rod half bearings

Repair & overhaul

For the Kohler KD 441, from the Kohler service manual.

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Procedure

1. Remove the bottom cap.
2. Position the crankshaft to the B.D.C.; remove the connecting rod cap screws.
3. Insert special tool p/n 1460-340, unthreaded part first, replacing the screws on the cap.
4. Disconnect the connecting rod cap from the shaft and remove it.
5. Tighten threaded bar A of the special tool in the threading of the connecting rod shaft.
6. Operate the decompression lever to reduce compression resistance and push the connecting rod inwards.
7. Rotate the crankshaft to release the connecting rod.
8. Keep the connecting rod shaft lifted with a nylon bar and move the bar of the special tool to the lower hole.
9. Pull the bar outwards to make the upper connecting rod half bearing accessible.
10. Push on a half bearing side with the nylon bar and disconnect it.
11. Remove the half bearing using a magnet.
12. Place the half bearing correctly in its seat.
13. Generously lubricate the half bearing and the connecting rod pin.
14. Push the connecting rod upwards to replace it in its seat.
15. Replace the half bearing of the connecting rod cap and reassemble after lubricating.

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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