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Kohler M18 Service Manual
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Table of Contents
Troubleshooting
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Table of Contents
Contents
Safety and General Information
Engine Identification Numbers
Oil Recommendations
Oil Type
Check Oil Level
Change Oil
Fuel Recommendations
Oil Filter
Fuel Type
Overall Dimensions - Model M19 and M20
Specifications, Tolerances and Special Torque Values
Standard Torque Values
Oil Drain Plugs
Special Service Tool Kit No. 3211
Valve Service Tools
Seal and Bearing Installers
Other Applications
Tool Usage Chart Kit No. 3211
Engine Analysis Kit No. KO-1000
Ignition System Tester
For Twin Cylinder Engines
Using the Tester
RTV Silicone Sealant
Water Manometer
Cylinder Leakdown Tester
Periodic Maintenance
Required Maintenance
Oil Sentry
Oil Level Range
Oil Change Intervals
Oil Drain Plug Location
Change Oil Filter
Service Air Cleaner
Precleaner
Paper Element
Clean Air Intake/Cooling Areas
Inspect Air Cleaner Components
Check Spark Plugs
Ignition System Service
Check Fuel Filter
Service Starter Motor Drive
Clean Cylinder Heads and Combustion Chambers
Check Valve-To-Tapper Clearance
Remove Air Cleaner, Valve Covers, Breather, and Spark Plugs
Measure Valve-To-Tapper Clearance
Reinstall Spark Plugs, Breather, Valve Covers and Air Cleaner
Clearance Specifications
Storage
Troubleshooting Guide
External Engine Inspection
Cleaning the Engine
Basic Engine Tests
No Crankcase Vacuum/Pressure in Crankcase
Crankcase Vacuum Test
Compression Test
Low Compression
Cylinder Leakdown Test
Leakdown Test Instructions
Leakdown Test Results
Air Cleaner Components
Square Disassembly
Square Air Cleaner Assembly
Anti-Icing
Square Reassembly
Dome Disassembly
Dome Reassembly
Anti-Icing Disassembly
Anti-Icing Reassembly
Typical Decal - Anti-Icing Air Cleaner Cover Positions
Installing Anti-Icing Air Cleaner Cover
Fuel System Operation
Fuel System Troubleshooting
Fuel Filter
Fuel Pump Operation
Fuel Pump Removal
Fuel Pump Repair
Fuel Pump Installation
Carburetor Adjustment
Kohler-Built Adjustable Jet Carburetor
Carburetor Disassembly
Carburetor Cleaning
Kohler-Built Adjustable Jet Carburetor - Exploded View
Carburetor Repairs
Carburetor Inspection
Chart Throttle Shaft Replacement Selection
To Replace Throttle and Choke Shafts
Remote Throttle Plate and Throttle Shaft
Drill Choke Shaft Bores Using a Drill Press
Install Choke Shaft Bearings
Installing Choke Shaft Bushings
Install Throttle Shaft Bushing
Install Detent Spring and Ball, Choke Shaft and Choke Plate
Install Throttle Shaft and Throttle Plate
Reassembly Carburetor
Setting Float Level
Setting Float Drop
Checking Float Clearance
Governor Operation
Governor Adjustment
Centrifugal Flyweight Mechanical Governor
Initial Governor Adjustment
High Speed Adjustment
Engine Mounted Throttle and Choke Controls
Disassembly
Governor Sensitivity Adjustment
Engine Mounted Throttle and Choke Controls Reassembly
Automatic Choke Function
Automatic Choke Adjustment
Automatic Choke Service Guide
Automatic Choke Inspection
Automatic Choke Service
Shutdown Control Function
Shutdown Control Inspection
Engines Equipped for Dual Fuel
Venturi Identification
LPG Carburetor
Carburetor Service (Walbro-Built)
Major Components and Service Locations - Typical Walbro Carburetor
Walbro Carburetor Troubleshooting
Adjusting Walbro Carburetors
Optimum Main Fuel Setting
Optimum Low Idle Fuel Setting
Walbro-Built Carburetor - Exploded View
Walbro Carburetor Disassembly
Throttle Shaft Removal
Choke Shaft Removal
Choke Shaft Cleaning
Marking Choke Plate and Carburetor Body
Removing Choke Lever/Shaft
Choke Shaft Inspection
Choke Shaft Repair
Throttle Shaft Installation
Choke Shaft Installation
Installing Choke Lever/Shaft
Installing Welch Plugs
High Altitude Operation (Fixed Main Carburetors)
Fuel Needle Clip
High Altitude Jet Installation
M29 Linkage and Dampening Spring Installation
Installing Bushings and Governor Linkage - M20 Engines
Lubrication System Operation
Lubrication System Service
Oil Pump Assembly
Oil Pickup
Oil Pressure Relief Valve
Crankshaft Splined Insert Lube Interval Recommendation
Installation Torques - Engine Mounted Oil Filter
Installation Torque - Filter Bypass Cover
Installation Torques - Remote Mounted Oil Filters
Oil Sentry Oil Pressure Monitor
Electrical System and Components
Magnum Electronic Magneto Ignition System Operation
Ignition System Troubleshooting Guide
Ignition Module Removal
Ignition Module Installation
Testing Module Primary
Kill Lead with Optional Diode
Spark Plugs Service
Diode Test
Spark Plugs Inspection
Electrical Systems Wiring Diagrams and Battery Charging Systems
Electric Start Engines 15 Amp Regulated Charging System
Electric Start Engines 25 Amp Regulated Charging System
Troubleshooting Guide - 15/25 Amp Battery Charging Systems
Connections for Testing 15 and 25 Systems
Battery Test
Battery Charging
Battery Maintenance
Checking Battery Voltage
Key Switch Testing
Solenoid Testing
Bendix Drive Electric Starter Operation
Bendix Drive Electric Starter Troubleshooting Guide
Starter Drive Service
Starter Drive Disassembly
Brush Replacement
Commutator Service
Brush Holder Tool
Solenoid Shift Electric Starter Operation
Starter Removal and Reinstallation
Exploded View of Nippensenso Solenoid Shift Starter
Starter Disassembly
Removing the Insulator
Removing the Armature and Drive Lever
Removing the Stop Collar
Removing the Front Stop Collar
Cutting Brush Lead Wires from the Frame Posts
Starter Service
Connecting Replacement Brushes
Soldering Brush Clips to Posts
Installing Snap Ring
Lubrication Points
Tightening the Snap Ring
Installing the Slop Collar
Installing the Brush Springs
Typical Disassembly Sequence
Disconnect Spark Plug Leads , Drain Oil and Remove Oil Filter
Remove Mufflers and Exhaust Elbows
Remove Air Cleaner
Remove Intake Manifold and Carburetor
Disconnect Wiring; Remove Rectifier-Regulator, Key Switch, and Solenoid
Remove Top Baffle, Cylinder Head Baffles and Blower Housing
Remove Breather and Valve Cover
Remove Fuel Pump
Remove Ignition Module and Bracket
Remove Grass Screen, Flywheel and Fan
Remove Electric Starter
Remove Stator
Identify Engine Sides
Remove Spark Plugs and Cylinder Heads
Remove Cylinder Barrels
Remove Valves
Remove Pistons from Connecting Rods
Remove Piston Rings
Remove Closure Plate, Oil Pressure Relief Valve and Rear Oil Seal
Remove Oil Filter Adapter
Split the Crankcase
Remove Camshaft and Tappets
Remove Crankshaft, Front Oil Seal and Bearings
Remove Connecting Rods
Remove Governor Gear and Cross Shaft
Remove Oil Pickup and Oil Pump
Inspection and Reconditioning
Flywheel Inspection
Cylinder Heads Inspection
Checking Cylinder Head Flatness
Cylinder Barrels Inspection and Reconditioning
Honing
Cylinder Bore Crosshatch after Honing
Clean Cylinder Bore after Honing
Measuring Piston-To-Bore Clearance
Valve Inspection and Service
30 Changeover
Remove Valve Guide
Install Valve Guide
Pulling Valve Guide
Valve Seat Inserts
Pistons and Rings Identification
Valve Stem Seals
Install Valve Seat Insert
Pistons and Rings Inspection
Pistons and Rings Service
Common Types of Piston and Ring Damage
Install Piston Rings
Measuring Piston Ring Side Clearance
Measuring Piston Ring End Cap
Posi-Lock Connecting Rods Inspection and Service
Camshaft and Crankshaft Inspection and Service
Camshaft/Valve to Tappet Clearance Change
Oil Pump Inspection and Service
Governor Gear Inspection
Typical Reassembly Sequence
Install Oil Pump and Oil Pickup
Install Cross Shaft and Governor Shaft
Install Connecting Rods
Install Bearing and Crankshaft
Install Tappets and Camshaft
Roller Thrust Bearings
Install Camshaft Bore Plug and Seal Crankcase
Recommended Sealants
Install Front Oil Seal
Install Oil Filter Adapter
Install Oil Pressure Relief Valve, Closure Plate, and Rear Oil Seal
Closure Plate Alignment
Install Pistons in Cylinder Barrels
Install Cylinder Barrels
Measure Valve-To-Tappet Clearance
Install Valves
Install Cylinder Heads and Spark Plugs
Install Stator
Install Electric Starter
Install Fan, Flywheel, and Grass Screen
Install Bracket and Ignition Module
Install Fuel Pump
Install Valve Cover and Breather
Install Blower Housing, Cylinder Head Baffles and Baffle
Install Solenoid, Key Switch, Rectifier-Regulator and Connect Wiring
Install Carburetor and Intake Manifold
Install Air Cleaner
Install Exhaust Elbows and Mufflers
Install Oil Filter
Prepare the Engine for Operation
Testing the Engine
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Troubleshooting Guide
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Fuel System Operation
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Walbro Carburetor Troubleshooting
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Ignition System Troubleshooting Guide
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Troubleshooting Guide - 15/25 amp Battery Charging Systems
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Bendix Drive Electric Starter Troubleshooting Guide
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