Category Archives: KOHLER KDW 702

KOHLER KDW 702 – Camshaft, disassembly

Loosen the screws and remove the cover 1. Check gasket ring 2 for integrity. Remove the drive rod from the fuel pump. Gently remove the camshaft, slight rotations may be required to avoid binding the camshaft lobes against the camshaft bearing surface bores. Note:The lift pump drive eccentric 3 is included on the flywheel end… Read More »

KOHLER KDW 702 – Pump/injector unit – Disassembly

When the removal (but not replacement) of a unit injector is required the following procedure may be used to avoid the need for other adjustments: Rotate the engine until the unit injector cam lobe 2 forces the cam follower 1 to the highest position, then insert a suitable sized (hardened) pin into the hole 3… Read More »

KOHLER KDW 702 – Pump/injector unit – non-return valve

Non-return valve A immediately stops the engine whenever the stop is activated. Note: If the value of B is not achieved, the two rings C are not subject to enough compression to ensure the seal; any fuel loss would contaminate the lubrication oil and consequently damage the engine, F = metal gasket.  

KOHLER KDW 702 – Fuel rail

When removing the fuel feeding pumps A, with the rail holders B, pay attention that the sealing O-rings C remain in their seats. When refitting tighten the rail holder screws at a torque of 4 Nm.  

KOHLER KDW 702 – Injection pump control rod

Depending on the engine model, the injection pump control rod will link two, three, or four injectors to the engine governor. Screws 1 and 2 are pivoted on the delivery control lever of each pump/injector B, unscrew the screws and remove spring 3. When refitting tighten the screws 1 and 2 at a torque of… Read More »

KOHLER KDW 702 – Valve / Rocker arm clearance

Important Setting should be performed when the engine is cold. Bring each cylinder piston to top dead center on the compression stroke and set clearance A at 0,20 mm for both the intake and exhaust valves. For greater convenience, clearance check B is accepted. In this case the value is 0.15 mm.

KOHLER KDW 702 – Rocker arm cover gasket

The rocker arm cover gasket A ensures the seal of the lubrication circuit for the camshaft and rocker arm shaft. Always replace it and mount it with especial care above all in zones 1 and 2 where, for greater safety, it is advisable to apply a few drops of silicon sealant. Tighten the rocker arm… Read More »