Oil Pressure Sender - Kohler KG2204 Service

5.9. Oil Pressure Sender

Figure 5-10 Oil Pressure Sender
WARNING
Rotating parts can cause severe injury.
Stay away while the engine is in operation.
Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from all moving
parts to prevent injury. Never operate the engine with
covers, shrouds, or guards removed.
WARNING
Handling caustic engine fluids and chemical products
can cause severe chemical burns, nausea, fainting, or
death.
Most chemicals such
antifreeze/coolant, rustproofing agent, inhibiting oil,
degreasing agent, spray paint, and adhesives are
hazardous to health. Read and follow the user information
found on the packaging. Avoid inhalation and skin contact.
Use only in well-ventilated areas and use a protective
mask when spraying. Store engine fluids and chemical
products in a locked cabinet. Contact your local recycling
center for disposal information and locations.
TP-6903 5/16a
as used engine oil,
Used engine oil. Contact with used engine oil may cause
severe skin irritation. Repeated and prolonged skin
exposure may have other health risks. Used engine oil is
a suspected carcinogen. Avoid contact with skin. Thoroughly
wash your hands and nails with soap and water shortly after
handling used engine oil. Wash or dispose of clothing or rags
containing used engine oil. Dispose of used engine oil in
accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Contact
your local recycling center for disposal information and
locations.
5.9.1. Removal Procedure
Make sure that the engine is off.
If the engine is used as part of a generator set,
disconnect AC power to the generator set by
opening the upstream circuit breaker.
Disconnect the engine starting battery, negative
(-) lead first.
Shut off the fuel supply.
Wait for the engine to cool.
Locate the oil pressure sender on the oil filter
adapter.
Disconnect the wire harness from oil pressure
sender.
Using a wrench, turn the oil pressure sender
counter-clockwise to remove.
5.9.2. Installation Procedure
Apply Loctite® 567 (or equivalent high-temp
thread locker/sealer) to the threads on the oil
pressure sender.
Install oil pressure sender and torque until tight.
Attach the wire harness.
Reconnect the battery.
If the engine is used as part of a generator set,
re-apply the AC power supply to the generator set
by closing the upstream circuit breaker.
Turn on the fuel supply.
Start the engine and let run until it reaches normal
operating temperature. Check for oil leaks around
the oil pressure sender. If leaks are found, repair
as necessary.
Turn off the engine.
Check for any DTCs and troubleshoot. Refer to
Section 2, Diagnostic Troubleshooting Codes
for further diagnosis.
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