Stihl MS 461 - Wiring Harness Removing and Installing on Models with Heating System

49MS 461, MS 461-R
Make sure the grommet (1) is in
place.
– Use STIHL press fluid to make
installation easier, b 15
: Push the wiring harness (2)
through the opening and engage
the grommet (1) properly in the
opening.
: Continue pulling the wiring
harness (2) until the end of the
protective tube locates against
the rib (arrow).
– Install the ignition module, b 7.2
– Reassemble all other parts in the
reverse sequence.
7.6.4 Wiring Harness
Removing and Installing
on Models with Heating
System
– Remove the shroud, b 6.4
– Pull the boot off the spark plug.
– Remove the rewind starter,
b 8.2
– Remove the ignition module,
b 7.2
– Remove the handle molding,
b 10.2
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: Pull the connectors and wires out
of the guides (arrows).
: Push back the insulating
tubes (1) in the direction of the
generator wire and separate the
pin and socket connectors.
: Press grommet (2) grommet in
direction of cylinder and pull
wiring harness (3) out in direction
of cylinder.
– Remove the tank housing,
b 12.9.3
: Pull the grommet (1) off the
wiring harness (2), check it and
replace if necessary.
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– Pull the fuel suction hose out of
the guide and put it to one side.
: Press grommet (1) out in
direction of carburetor box and
pull wiring harness (2) out in
direction of carburetor box.
: Pull wire (1) of heater switch (2)
out of the guides (arrows).
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