Stihl GS 461 - Clutch

16 GS 461
4. Clutch
4.1 Clutch drum
: Remove cap (1)
: Push out circlip (1) and remove
washer (2) – always use new
circlip
: Remove the clutch drum (3)
: Remove needle cage (1)
– Clean needle cage and
crankshaft stub, b 12
1
2411RA002 TG
3
2411RA162 TG
2
1
3443RA047 TG
1
– Coat the needle cage and
crankshaft stub with STIHL
grease, b 12
– Examine the clutch drum (1) for
signs of wear
The remaining thickness must be
measured if there are distinct signs
of wear on the inside diameter of the
clutch drum (1). The clutch drum
must be replaced if the remaining
thickness is less than approx. 80 %
of the original thickness.
Installation
– Install the clutch drum
– Coat cap with STIHL press fluid,
b 12
– Fit rim sprocket and press on cap
until the groove completely
enclose the clutch drum
4.2 Clutch
– Troubleshooting, b 3
– Remove filter cover
– Remove air baffle
– Take off the spark plug boot and
remove the spark plug
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80%
100%
5902RA018 TG
1
: Insert locking strip (1)
0000 893 5903 into the cylinder
with the wide side in front and
align so that the words "OBEN-
TOP" are visible
: Locking strip (1) 0000 893 5903
must rest against the cylinder
wall (arrow)
– Position as shown
– Remove rim sprocket and clutch
drum
3443RA004 TG
1
3443RA493 TG
1