Kohler KT17 Service Manual

Explains how to identify engine models, specifications, and serial numbers.

Provides important safety warnings and cautions for engine operation and maintenance.

Details oil type, viscosity grades, and fuel recommendations for engine use.

Lists recommended service intervals for various engine maintenance tasks.

Guides on maintaining air cleaner and keeping cooling fins clean for efficiency.

Provides specifications for torque settings and acceptable tolerances for engine parts.

Lists symptoms like 'Starts but fails to keep running', 'Runs but misses', 'Overheats', etc.

Addresses problems like not cranking, not starting, starting hard, or losing power.

Covers issues like knocking, excessive oil use, and misses under load.

Introduces tests like Crankcase Vacuum and Compression Test for diagnosis.

Explains service for Tear Drop, Square, and Round air cleaner types.

Describes anti-icing system components and precleaner function/service.

Covers carburetor function, adjustment, cleaning, and reconditioning.

Explains governor function, speed adjustment, and sensitivity settings.

Details fuel pump operation and optional automatic choke/shutdown controls.

Describes system types and oil pump function/service.

Details service procedures for the oil pressure relief valve.

Explains the battery ignition system, coil, condenser, and points.

Covers spark plug inspection and battery maintenance/testing.

Details ignition timing methods and alternator charging systems.

Addresses starting motor operation, common problems, and service procedures.

Steps for removing external engine parts like the flywheel.

Covers removal of cylinder heads, barrels, pistons, valves, and crankshaft.

Details inspection, service, and honing of pistons, rings, and cylinders.

Explains inspection of valve guides, seats, springs, and crankshaft.

Instructions for assembling crankshaft, rods, tappets, camshaft, and crankcase.

Steps for installing cylinder heads, valves, and valve train components.

Instructions for installing flywheel, starter motor, fuel pump, and related components.