Kohler Aegis ELH775 Service Manual page 72

Disassembly/Inspection and Service
Flywheel/Stator Components
A
A Wire Clip
E Flywheel
Remove Crankshaft Position Sensor
NOTE: Do not remove sensor from bracket unless
sensor is being replaced.
1. Disconnect electrical connector from crankshaft
position sensor.
2. Remove screws securing crankshaft position sensor
bracket to crankcase posts.
Remove Flywheel
NOTE: Always use a fl ywheel strap wrench or holding
tool to hold fl ywheel when loosening or
tightening fl ywheel screw. Do not use any type
of bar or wedge to hold fl ywheel. Use of such
tools could cause fl ywheel to become cracked or
damaged.
NOTE: Always use a fl ywheel puller to remove fl ywheel
from crankshaft. Do not strike crankshaft or
fl ywheel, as these parts could become cracked
or damaged.
1. Use a fl ywheel strap wrench or holding tool to hold
fl ywheel and loosen screw securing fl ywheel to
crankshaft.
2. Remove screw and washer.
3. Use a puller to remove fl ywheel from crankshaft.
4. Remove woodruff key from crankshaft keyway.
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B
C
Crankshaft Position
B
Sensor
F Washer
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D
E
F
Crankshaft Position
C
Sensor Bracket
G Flywheel Screw
Inspection
Inspect fl ywheel for cracks, and fl ywheel keyway for
damage. Replace fl ywheel if cracked. Replace fl ywheel,
crankshaft, and key if fl ywheel key is sheared or keyway
is damaged.
Inspect ring gear for cracks or damage. Kohler does
not provide ring gears as a serviceable part. Replace
fl ywheel if ring gear is damaged.
Check charging system magnets to be sure they are not
loose or cracked.
Remove Stator Assembly
1. Remove wire clip securing stator lead to crankcase.
2. Remove mounting screws, and pull stator, with
plug-in connector attached, from engine.
3. Remove purple B+ lead from center of rectifi er-
regulator connector.
G
D Stator
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