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Remove Handle Plugs on Stihl?

Started by woodfirst, April 06, 2008, 07:19:13 PM

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woodfirst

Can anyone tell me how to effectively remove the plugs that cover the handle mounting screws on a Stihl MS170?  They loook to be identical to the handlebar plugs used on my 039 and 361 as well.

Thanks in advance

John Bartley

I put a screwdriver under the lip of the plug and pry up just enough to get a pair of needlenose pliers under the same lip. Then I just pry the plug put with the pliers.

cheers eh?
Kioti DK35HSE w/loader & forks
Champion 25hp band mill, 20' bed
Stihl MS361
Stihl 026

woodfirst

Thanks John,

I got the plugs out but still do not see anyway to remove the handle.  There are no bolt or screw heads behind them like on my 039.

Any ideas?

John Bartley

As I recall the bushings just press in and out of the handle once the plugs are removed. The plugs are what hold it together.

cheers eh?
Kioti DK35HSE w/loader & forks
Champion 25hp band mill, 20' bed
Stihl MS361
Stihl 026

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