Engine / Cooling
3.32
Engine Disassembly -- All Engines
13. Remove the two starter mounting bolts, and remove
the starter.
NOTE: Use extreme care when removing the starter. Do
not break the starter boss.
14. Tap lightly on the stator housing with a soft--faced
hammer and remove housing.
15. Turn coupler clockwise (as viewed from rear of craft)
until piston is approximately 1² (25.4mm) before Top
Dead Center . NOTE: Estimate piston position using a
screwdriver or similar probe through plug hole.
16. Remove screwdriver or probe and insert
approximately 1 ft. (30cm.) of 5/16² nylon rope through
spark plug hole. Using coupler tool or a large wrench
on flats of coupler, turn crankshaft counter clockwise
until rope stops the rotation of the crankshaft. With
crankshaft locked in position, remove coupler by
turning counter clockwise (as viewed from the
rear).Do not use impact tools for coupler removal.
Damage may occur to the coupler or tool. Do not
allow rope to exit exhaust port.
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