Section 20 - Engine - Subaru Ex40; General Information; Before Servicing; Engine Rotation - Club Car Onward 2018 Maintenance And Service Manual

SECTION 20 — ENGINE – SUBARU EX40
DANGER
Engine – Subaru EX40
• See General Warnings on page 1-2.
WARNING
• See General Warnings on page 1-2.

GENERAL INFORMATION

See General Warnings on page 1-2.
This vehicle is powered by a Subaru EX40, high-compression, chain driven, overhead cam engine. The engine offers a
heavy-duty construction featuring cast iron cylinder liner for longer life, dual ball bearing crankshaft support, low oil
level sensor and heavy-duty air cleaner system, to name a few characteristics. See following NOTE.
NOTE: Engine rotation is counterclockwise as viewed from the clutch side of the engine.
This section contains information for removing and replacing the engine. For complete instruction on engine
disassembly, repair, rebuilding, and reassembly, see your authorized dealer.
Test cylinder compression using a standard compression tester. Low compression would normally indicate a problem
in the cylinder assembly such as defective rings, gaskets, etc. Compression should be:
At a normal cranking speed of 1050 to 1100 RPM, the compression should typically be approximately 167 psig (1151
kPa). This value could vary slightly depending on wear of components affecting compression.
See the Subaru EX40 Engine Repair and Rebuild Manual for complete teardown, rebuild and repair information.

BEFORE SERVICING

Carefully read the applicable information and instructions before beginning engine service. Diagrams, DANGER,
WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE statements and detailed descriptions have been included wherever necessary.
Anyone attempting engine service should have knowledge and experience in small engine service and repair.

ENGINE ROTATION

When turning the crankshaft by hand, always turn it counterclockwise as viewed from the clutch side of the engine.
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