Kohler — Rear CV Axle Removal and Assembly
Repair & overhaul
From a Kohler service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
Applies to: Kohler LH775 engine
Before you start
- Do not damage the differential oil seal with pry bars.
Procedure
- Park on level surface, shut engine off, remove key and apply parking brake.
- Remove rear wheel, brake caliper and brake rotor.
- Remove wheel bearing hub from axle.
- Use two small pry bars 180 degrees apart to leverage CV axle out of differential.
- Pull CV axle through opening in rear axle and remove from vehicle.
- To install, apply antiseize to inner splines and press axle into differential until snap heard.
- Install wheel bearing hub and flange head screws; torque 35 to 40 ft-lb (48 to 55 N-m).
- Install new spindle nut and torque 170 to 180 ft-lb (231 to 244 N-m); stake nut.
- Install brake rotor, caliper and wheel.
Tools required
- Two small pry bars Amazon
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Specs & values
- Spindle nut 170 to 180 ft-lb (231 to 244 N-m)
- Hub screws 35 to 40 ft-lb (48 to 55 N-m)
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.