Overhaul Procedure - Columbia ParCar P4G Service Manual

OVERHAUL PROCEDURE

The Overhaul Procedure, which follows, is intended to help you become accustomed to a systematic method of repairing
Briggs & Stratton OHV engines. Naturally, these steps could be rearranged in different order but efficiency is obtained when
the repair operations are performed in the same sequence every time. The exact procedure will vary according to the
engine model being repaired.
The Overhaul Procedure can also be used as an index. For information on how to perform most operations listed, refer to
the page number or operation. Be careful to locate the instructions covering the specific model being repaired.
PAGE DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE
7-34 Check compression
7-6 Drain oil
7-13 Fuel line, Carburetor and linkage, Carburetor intake manifold
7-58 Exhaust manifold, muffler(s)
7-13 Disassemble carburetor
7-28 Blower housing and Flywheel
7-41 Breather and valve cover
7-35 Valves and springs, Rocker arms, Push rods, Cylinder head and shields, Valve guides and seats
8-9 Starter/Generator
7-48 Remove burrs from crankshaft extension, polish crankshaft journals
7-47 Crankcase cover
7-47 Cam gear and tappets
7-44 Connecting rod and piston
7-47 Crankshaft
7-32 Engine Removal
PAGE INSPECTION PROCEDURE
7-15 or Inspect carburetor choke, throttle shaft, and bushings for wear and freedom of movement
7-21
7-27 Inspect and test ignition coil
7-48 Crankshaft - inspect and check
7-50 & Cylinder - check bore, main bearing
7-52
7-44 Check piston, rings, connecting rod, and piston pin
Disassembly
Inspection
7-8