Perkins — TO REMOVE ENGINE (gas/LPG)
Repair & overhaul
From a Perkins service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.
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Before you start
- Disconnect engine oil drain hose from oil pan before lifting engine completely out
Procedure
- Remove the engine cover and side door.
- Remove the battery cables from the battery.
- Drain the fluid from the radiator.
- Drain the engine oil.
- Remove the air cleaner assembly and radiator hoses from the engine.
- Disconnect the exhaust pipe at the engine manifold.
- Disconnect the wire harness from all engine components.
- Disconnect the engine ground strap from the machine frame.
- Disconnect the fuel line at the fuel pump (gas) or LP tank at the fuel lock off/vaporizer.
- Remove two M12 hex screws holding the propel pump to the flywheel housing; pull pump out.
- Hook a chain through the two pick-up points on top of the engine.
- Remove two M12 screws from front motor mounts and two M10 screws from rear motor mount.
- Carefully lift the engine out.
Tools required
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Source: Perkins 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.