REPAIRS
Repairs
Engine
Removing
1.Close the fuel valve.
2.Disconnect the positive cable (red) from the battery.
3.If necessary, drain the motor oil.
4.Disconnect the gas and choke wires from the carburetor.
5.Disconnect the fuel line (with its filter) from the fuel pump.
6.Disconnect the connecting cable (pigtail) from the frame harness connector at the side of the starter motor.
7.Disconnect the cable from the starter motor.
8.Disconnect the cables from the ground bolt in front of the starter motor.
9.Raise and support the back of the mower on blocks or similar.
10.Remove the clip holding the oil drain hose.
11.Remove the deck belt and clutch (see Electrical System\Mower deck clutch).
12.Loosen the bolt (2) and twist the clutch tie down (10) aside (see the “Engine mounts” diagram).
13.Using a square, 1/2" ratchet wrench, loosen the pump belt. Roll the belt off the pulley on the engine crankshaft.
14.Remove the four outer bolts in the engine mounts.
WARNING!
Heavy lift (40.5 kg).
Handle the engine with care. Place it safely where it cannot topple over.
15.Lift the motor directly upwards and secure it in a safe place.
Engine assembly
Engine mounts