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Kohler — Timing belt removal

Maintenance

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

  • When you remove the distributor belt replace it even if its prescribed operation time has not expired yet.
  • Always check that the positive pole of the battery is insulated.

Parts for this job

Part numbers from the service-parts list for Kohler KDW 1003. Verify against your serial number before ordering; some links are affiliate links.

Procedure

  1. Check that the positive pole of the battery is insulated.
  2. Remove belt tensioner 1.
  3. Remove the timing belt off the timing pulley.

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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