Kohler Courage SV715

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Reassembly
KohlerEngines.com 32 690 01 Rev. G
Cylinder Head Components
R
A
B
G
C
J
E
F
H
I
D
L
M
N
O
K
P
Q
S
T
U
1
2
3
4
3
4
1
2
A Gasket B Valve C Cylinder Head D Valve Spring Cap
E Valve Stem Seal F Valve Spring G Valve Spring Retainer H Valve Spring Keeper
I Stud J Spark Plug K Guide Plate L Push Rod
M Rocker Arm N Rocker Arm Pivots O Adjuster P O-Ring
Q
Plastic Valve Cover
(O-ring)
R Torque Sequence S
Cylinder Head (with
Cast in Valve
Spring Retainers)
T Washer (Intake Side)
U
Stamped Steel Valve
Cover (RTV)
Assemble and Install Cylinder Heads
Valve Stem Seals
Some engines use a valve stem seal on intake valves. If engine being serviced used a valve stem seal, use a new
seal whenever valve is removed, or if seal is deteriorated or damaged. Never reuse an old seal.
Assemble Cylinder Heads
Prior to installation, lubricate all components with engine oil, paying particular attention to lip of valve stem seal, valve
stems, and valve guides. Install following items in order listed below using a valve spring compressor.
● Intake and exhaust valves.
● Valve stem seal (intake valve some models).
● Washer (intake valve only used on cylinder heads with cast in valve spring retainers).
● Valve spring retainers (only used on cylinder heads without cast in valve spring retainers.
● Valve springs.
● Valve spring caps.
● Valve spring keepers.