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Kohler — Regulations for lifting the engine

Installation

From a Kohler service manual covering: KD 702, KDW 1003, KDW 1404, KDW 702, KDW 702 - 1003 - 1404. Check it applies to your exact model before use.

Applies to: Kohler KDW 1003, Kohler KDW 1404, Kohler KDW 702, Kohler KDW 702 / KDW 1003 / KDW 1404 engine, Kohler KDW702 engine, Kohler KDW1003 engine, Kohler KDW1404 engine

Before you start

  • The lifting point brackets are designed to lift the engine only, not additional weights.

Procedure

  1. Disconnect power supply, fuel and coolant supply and all mechanical connections.
  2. Attach engine to a suitable lifting device (lifting beam).
  3. Hook the lifting device in the engine lifting points.
  4. Before lifting check weight is balanced by checking its barycentre.
  5. Close all engine openings, wash outside and dry with compressed air.

Tools required

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

Full service-parts list: Kohler KDW 1003 →

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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