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Groundsmaster 4000−D Page 3 − 15 Kubota Diesel Engine (Rev. B)
Engine Removal
1. Park machine on a level surface, lower cutting units,
stop engine, engage parking brake, and remove key
from the ignition switch.
2. Remove battery cover and strap. Disconnect nega-
tive battery cable first and then positive battery cable.
Remove battery from machine.
3. Open engine hood.
CAUTION
Do not open radiator cap or drain coolant if the
radiator or engine is hot. Pressurized, hot cool-
ant can escape and cause burns.
Ethylene−glycol antifreeze is poisonous. Dis-
pose of coolant properly, or store it in a properly
labeled container away from children and pets.
4. Drain coolant from the radiator into a suitable con-
tainer (see Radiator Removal). Disconnect coolant
hoses from the radiator.
CAUTION
The muffler and exhaust pipe may be hot. To
avoid possible burns, allow the exhaust system
to cool before working on or near the muffler.
5. Remove exhaust system from engine (see Muffler
Removal).
6. Remove air cleaner system from engine (see Air
Cleaner Removal).
7. Note location of cable ties used to secure wires. Dis-
connect wires and/or electrical connections from the fol-
lowing electrical components:
A. The temperature sender and alternator (Fig 10).
Note: red wire attached to alternator with washer,
nut, and boot does not have to be removed.
B. The engine run solenoid and fuel pump (Fig. 12).
C. The high temperature shutdown switch and glow
plug (Fig. 13).
D. Battery, frame, and wire harness ground at the
engine block (Fig. 14).
E. The electric starter (Fig. 14) and low oil pressure
switch (near electric starter).
Figure 10
1. Temperature sender
2. Alternator
3. Coolant hose
3
1
2
3
Figure 11
1. Run solenoid
2. Fuel line
3. Throttle cable
4. Cable jam nut
5. Cable washer/lock nut
4
3
2
1
5
Figure 12
1. Run solenoid
2. Fuel pump
3. Fuel filter
3
2
1
Kubota
Diesel Engine