Stihl BR 500 - Fueling; Preparations

17BR 500, BR 550, BR 600
: Take out the screws (1).
: Ease the engine in the direction
of the backplate until the stop
buffers (3) are clear of their seats
(arrows) and pull the shroud (2)
towards you at the same
time.rauskommen.
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Install in the reverse sequence.
– Remove the stop buffers (1).
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– Coat new stop buffers (1) with
STIHLPressFluidOH723,
b 13.
– Use pliers to grip end of stop
buffer and pull it up until its
groove (arrow) engages the
housing.
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BR 500 only
– If the shroud is replaced, also
bond a soundproofing liner (1) in
position.
Install all other parts in the reverse
sequence.
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Dirty air filters reduce engine power,
increase fuel consumption and
make starting more difficult.
The air filter must be replaced when
there is a noticeable loss of engine
power.
: Loosen the screws (arrows).
: Lift away the filter cover (1).
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: Remove the air filter (1).
The filter element cannot be
washed and must be replaced if it is
heavily loaded.
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6. Fuel System
6.1 Air Filter
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