Stihl MS 440 Service Manual

18 MS 440, MS 440 C
– Remove the chain sprocket cover
and guide bar – b 5.1
– Remove the clutch – b 5.3
: Take out the screw (1) of the
inner side plate (2) and remove
the side plate.
– Engage the chain brake by
pushing the hand guard away
from the front handle.
VA
138RA004
1
2
: Take out the screws (arrows).
– Remove the cover.
– Release the brake spring by
pushing the hand guard
forwards.
VA
175RA002
: Carefully ease the brake
spring (1) off the anchor pin and
remove it from the bell crank (2).
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176RA027
1 2
: Take out the screw (arrow) on the
brake band.
VA
176RA028
: Ease the brake band out of the
engine housing.
VA
176RA029
: Remove the brake band from the
stubs (1) on the crankcase.
: Unhook the brake band from the
bell crank (2).
VA
175RA003
1
2
5.4.2 Removing

Stihl MS 440 Specifications

General

Displacement	70.7 cc
Chain Pitch	3/8"
Ignition system	Electronic
Starter	Recoil starter
Vibration reduction	Anti-vibration system
Weight (without bar and chain)	6.4 kg
Fuel tank volume	0.73 L
Oil Capacity	0.36 L
Guide Bar Length	40-63 cm
Guide Bar Length (recommended)	40-71 cm (16-28 in)