Stihl 041 AV clutch removal problem

[grim1pisces]

This is going to probably sound stupid, but I cannot figure out how to get the clutch assembly off! I even bought a clutch removal tool so I can replace it's shoes. Can anyone tell me the procedure for this?

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[Dakotas Dad]

Don't have that saw, but.. remove bar and chain. remove spark plug and insert piston stop. unscrew clutch. mine has an arrow to remind me which way is "off"..(clockwise)

 

[grim1pisces]

Thanks

Thanks guys, I'm gonna order a stop plug and ring compressors.

 

[Patrick62]

Imho

never use a piston stop. Do a search to discover "why".
Use a piece of rope instead, just be sure that the transfer ports are closed when you coil the rope inside the cylinder. Works like a charm.

On clutches it is righty-loosy and lefty-tighty