Stihl MS 440 Service Manual

43MS 440, MS 440 C
: Push the assembly sleeve
1118 893 2401 (1) over the
crankshaft stub on the clutch
side.
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– Slip the oil seal over the
assembly sleeve with the open
side facing towards the
crankcase.
: Press the oil seal home with
press sleeve (1) 1118 893 4602.
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– Remove the assembly sleeve.
– Turn the crankshaft several times
after approx. 1 minute.
– Clean both halves of the
crankcase.
: Affix the reflector foil without
creasing so that the foil is raised
on the clutch side (arrow).
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The following operations are
required additionally when
replacing the crankcase.
– Install the chain brake – b 5.4.3
– Screw in the bar mounting
studs – b 5.6
– Install the chain tensioner –
b 5.5
Reassemble all other parts in the
reverse sequence.
– Remove the shroud – b 6.4
: Unscrew the decompression
valve (1).
: Install in the reverse
sequence (2).
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Install in the reverse sequence.
– Fit the decompression valve and
tighten it down firmly – b 3.5
– Insert the cover (1).
– Fit the shroud – b 6.4
6.8 Decompression Valve

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)