Kohler KG2204 — Check and Adjust the Drive Belt
Maintenance
For the Kohler KG2204, from the Kohler operator's manual.
Applies to: Kohler KG2204 / KG2204T engine
Before you start
- Accidental starting can cause severe injury or death
- Moving parts can cause severe injury or death
Procedure
- Stop the engine and allow it to cool
- Locate the drive belt
- Inspect the drive belt for cracking, separation, cuts, or damage
- Replace the belt if any abnormality is found
- Apply 98 N (22 lb.) test pressure at the belt midpoint and measure deflection
- If deflection is out of specification, loosen the two alternator mounting bolts
- Move the alternator to increase or decrease tension
- Tighten the alternator mounting bolts
- Recheck the drive belt tension and repeat if necessary
Tools required
- Belt tension gauge or straightedge and steel rule Amazon
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Specs & values
- Applied test pressure 98 N (22 lb.)
- Deflection new 5–7 mm; used 7–8 mm
Source: Kohler operator's 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.