Stihl MS 440 Service Manual

48 MS 440, MS 440 C
: Pull the ignition lead back until
the leg spring locates properly
inside the spark plug boot.
– Fit the cover over the spark plug
boot.
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: Use a pointed tool to pierce the
center of the other end of the
ignition lead.
– Slip the insulating tube and
grommet over the ignition lead.
– Pack the high voltage output with
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STIHL multipurpose grease –
b 16.
Do not use either graphite grease or
silicone insulating paste.
– Screw the ignition lead into the
ignition module.
– Push the grommet over the high
voltage output.
– Install the ignition module –
b 7.1.2
– Remove the fan housing with
rewind starter – b 8.2
– Block the piston with the locking
strip – b 5.3
: Unscrew the flywheel nut (arrow).
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: Screw the puller (1)
1110 890 4500 into the flywheel.
: Screw home thrust bolt until the
flywheel is released.
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1
: Pull off the flywheel.
– Remove the puller from the
flywheel.
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There must not be any cracks or
other signs of damage in the
flywheel and magnet poles,
otherwise the flywheel must be
replaced.
7.3 Flywheel
7.3.1 Removal

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)