Kohler — Starter Rope Replacement

A Kohler service procedure — check it applies to your exact model before use.

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Procedure

1. Remove the starter from engine.
2. Pull the rope out approx. 12" and tie a temporary (slip) knot in it to keep it from retracting into starter.
3. Remove the rope retainer from inside handle. Untie the knot and remove the retainer and handle.
4. Hold the pulley firmly with thumb and untie the slip knot. Allow the pulley to rotate slowly as the spring tension is released.
5. When all spring tension on the starter pulley is released, remove old rope from pulley.
6. Tie a single knot in one end of new rope.
7. Rotate the pulley counterclockwise (when viewed from pawl side of pulley) until the spring is tight (approximately 6 full turns of pulley).
8. Rotate the pulley clockwise until the rope pocket is aligned with the rope guide bushing of housing.
9. Install the new rope through the rope guide bushing.
10. Install the rope retainer and handle.
11. Untie the slip knot and allow the rope to retract into the starter housing.

Source: manual:tp_2203_a.pdf. Figures and steps are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.