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Kohler KD62V12 — Cylinder head removal and installation

Repair & overhaul

For the Kohler KD62V12, from the Kohler service manual.

Applies to: Kohler KD62V12, Kohler KD62V12 engine

Before you start

  • Replace all sealings
  • Vent coolant circuit at the end of installation

Procedure

  1. Drain HT/LT coolant; remove turbocharger, brackets, rocker arm housings, exhaust and admission pipes, rocker arms, retaining plate and oil supply.
  2. Unscrew bolts 6.
  3. Mount lifting device on cylinder head.
  4. Lift and push cylinder head up and down to dismantle it; remove cylinder head.
  5. Installation: mount cylinder head gasket on liner and flame ring in liner.
  6. Mount locating pins and seal carrier with O-rings; grease O-rings.
  7. Mount lifting device and mount cylinder head.
  8. Grease and insert bolts with washers; tighten.
  9. Mount lifting lug with extended length bolts; grease and tighten.

Tools required

Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.

Specs & values

  • Cylinder head bolt 080AA Amazon eBay M30x2x322: 250 Nm + 180°
  • Cylinder head bolt 080AB Amazon eBay M30x2x377: 280 Nm + 180°

Full service-parts list: Kohler KD62V12 →

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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