Stihl MS 362 Manual

16 MS 362, MS 362 C
3.7 Engine
Always check and, if necessary,
repair the following parts before
looking for faults on the engine:
- Air filter
- Fuel system
- Carburetor
- Ignition system
Condition Cause Remedy
Engine does not start easily, stalls
at idle speed, but operates normally
at full throttle
Oil seals in crankcase damaged Replace the oil seals
Crankcase leaking or damaged
(cracks)
Seal or replace the crankcase
Engine does not deliver full power
or runs erratically
Piston rings worn or broken Fit new piston rings
Muffler / spark arresting screen
carbonized
Clean the muffler (inlet and
exhaust), replace spark arresting
screen, replace muffler if necessary
Air filter dirty Replace air filter
Fuel/impulse hose severely kinked
or damaged
Fit new hoses or position them free
from kinks
Decompression valve is not closed Close, check and replace
decompression valve if necessary
Engine overheating Insufficient cylinder cooling. Air
inlets in fan housing blocked or
cooling fins on cylinder very dirty
Thoroughly clean all cooling air
openings and the cylinder fins

Stihl MS 362 Specifications

General

Displacement	59.0 cm³
Powerhead Weight	5.6 kg
Chain pitch	3/8"
Vibration level (left/right)	3.5/3.5 m/s²
Weight	5.6 kg
Guide Bar Length	40-50 cm (16-20 in)
Oil Capacity	325 cc
Weight (without cutting equipment)	5.6 kg
Oil tank volume	325 cc