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9.14
Section 9
Disassembly
Figure 9-51. Removing Flywheel Fastener Using
Strap Wrench.
2. Remove the hex flange screw and washer.
3. Use a puller to remove the flywheel from the
crankshaft. See Figure 9-52.
NOTE: Always use a flywheel puller to remove
the flywheel from the crankshaft. Do not
strike the crankshaft or flywheel, as
these parts could become cracked or
damaged. Striking the puller or
crankshaft can cause the crank gear to
move, affecting crankshaft endplay.
Figure 9-52. Removing Flywheel with a Puller.
4. Remove the woodruff key.
Remove Stator and Backing Plates
1. Remove the four screws securing the backing
plates and stator wire bracket (if so equipped).
See Figure 9-53. Remove the backing plates and
stator wire bracket.
Figure 9-49. Removing Plastic Grass Screen.
2. Remove the four hex flange screws or hex studs
and washers. Remove the plastic fan from the
flywheel. See Figure 9-50.
Figure 9-50. Removing Fan.
Remove Flywheel
1. Use a flywheel strap wrench or holding tool (see
Section 2) to hold the flywheel and loosen the hex
flange screw securing the flywheel to the
crankshaft. See Figure 9-51.
NOTE: Always use a flywheel strap wrench or
holding tool to hold the flywheel when
loosening or tightening the flywheel
screw. Do not use any type of bar or
wedge to hold the flywheel. Use of such
tools could cause the flywheel to become
cracked or damaged.