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Kohler KD 441 — Flywheel - disassembly

Repair & overhaul

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

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Before you start

  • Prevent the flywheel from dropping as this could seriously injure the operator.
  • Wear protective goggles when removing the flywheel ring.
  • Make sure that the tapered surface that couples to the drive shaft is not damaged.

Procedure

  1. Remove the starting motor and assemble special tool A p/n 1460-330 in its housing to lock the rotation of the flywheel.
  2. Unscrew bolt 1 in a clockwise direction.
  3. Remove the flywheel with a puller p/n 1460-120.

Tools required

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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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