17MS 210, MS 230, MS 250
: Unscrew the clutch from the 
crankshaft clockwise (left-hand 
thread).
VA
135RA023
Disassembling the clutch:
: Use hook (2) 5910 890 2800 to 
remove the clutch springs (1).
– Pull the clutch shoes off the 
carrier.
VA
208RA028
21
: Pull the retainers, if fitted, off the 
clutch shoes.
VA
208RA031
– Clean all parts with STIHL 
cleaner. 
– Replace any damaged parts.
VA
208RA026
Assembling the clutch:
: Slip the retainers onto the clutch 
shoes.
VA
208RA029
: On retainers with tabs (1), the 
narrow side (2) must be next to 
the series number (3).
VA
208RA032
3
1 2
: Fit the clutch shoes over the 
arms (1) of the clutch carrier so 
that the series number (2) is on 
the same side as the larger 
hexagon (3).
VA
208RA027
2 1 3
: Clamp the clutch in a vise.
VA
208RA030