Stihl MS 230 Service Manual

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

Stihl MS 230 Specifications

General

Engine Power	2.0 kW
Displacement	40.2 cc
Weight	4.6 kg
Power Output	2.0 kW
Chain Pitch	3/8"
Powerhead Weight	4.6 kg
Bar Length	40 cm
Oil Capacity	200 cc
Bar Lengths Available	35 cm (14") / 40 cm (16")