Kohler Aegis ELH775 Service Manual page 95

Install Flywheel
Damaging Crankshaft and Flywheel Can
Cause Personal Injury!
Using improper procedures can lead to broken
fragments. Broken fragments could be thrown from
engine. Always observe and use precautions and
procedures when installing fl ywheel.
NOTE: Before installing fl ywheel make sure crankshaft
taper and fl ywheel hub are clean, dry, and
completely free of lubricants. Presence of
lubricants can cause fl ywheel to be overstressed
and damaged when screw is torqued to
specifi cations.
NOTE: Always use a fl ywheel strap wrench or holding
tool to hold fl ywheel when tightening fl ywheel
fastener. Do not use any type of bar or wedge to
hold fl ywheel, as component damage and
personal injury could result.
NOTE: Make sure fl ywheel key is installed properly in
keyway. Flywheel can become cracked or
damaged if key is improperly installed.
1. Install woodruff key into keyway of crankshaft. Make
sure that key is properly seated and parallel with
shaft.
2. Thread starter mounting bolts into hub of fl ywheel, or
use fl ywheel puller to serve as a handle and set
fl ywheel in place.
3. Install screw and washer.
4. Use a fl ywheel holding tool to hold fl ywheel and
torque screw to 66.4 N·m (49 ft. lb.).
5. Using a light, visually check that suffi cient clearance
exists between cooling system components and
fl ywheel.
● If clearance is insuffi cient or contact is noted,
remove fl ywheel and adjust as required. Reinstall
fl ywheel and recheck for adequate clearance.
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Install Crankshaft Position Sensor
NOTE: Ensure all parts are clean, undamaged, and free
of debris and make sure electrical connectors
have seal in place.
1. If removed, install crankshaft position sensor to
bracket and torque screw to 11.3 N·m (100 in. lb.).
2. Connect plug to sensor.
3. Install crankshaft position sensor and bracket
assembly to crankcase posts. Torque bracket screws
to 9.9 N·m (88 in. lb.).
Install Spark Plugs
1. Check gap using wire feeler gauge. Adjust gap to
0.76 mm (0.030 in.).
2. Install plug into cylinder head.
3. Torque plug to 27 N·m (20 ft. lb.).
Reassembly
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