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Kohler KD83V16 — Use the turning device

Operation

For the Kohler KD83V16, from the Kohler service manual.

Applies to: Kohler KD83V16, Kohler KD83V16 engine

Before you start

  • Risk of crushing, shearing, cutting or severing by use of the turning device.
  • Risk of injuries by ejected tools or turning device parts.

Procedure

  1. Engage a manual wrench tool to turn the wheel that drives the flywheel gear rim.
  2. Turn the engine flywheel to the required position.
  3. Disengage the manual wrench each time you stop to turn.
  4. At the end, dismount the turning device and mount the cover on the flywheel housing.
  5. Tighten the turning device cover bolts according standard torque values.

Tools required

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Full service-parts list: Kohler KD83V16 →

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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