Cub Cadet MTD P71 Series - Manual (Page 72)

P71 Series Vertical Shaft Engines
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Starter pulley and recoil spring
The recoil spring is nested within the starter pulley and
both parts are assembled as a single part number.
If damage is suspected, the recoil may be disassem-
bled by:
1. Remove the starter by following the steps described
earlier in this chapter.
2. Remove the shoulder screw and pressure plate
using a 10 mm wrench. See Figure 6.12.
NOTE: Beneath the pressure plate is a compres-
sion spring, and two starter pawls that are
held in the disengaged position by two tor-
sion springs.
3. Inspect the pawls and torsion springs for wear and
damage. See Figure 6.13.
4. Carefully lift the spring and pulley out of the recoil
housing. See Figure 6.14.
Figure 6.12
Pressure plate
Shoulder screw
Eye protection should be worn if
the starter pulley is to be removed.
! CAUTION ! CAUTION
Figure 6.13
Torsion spring
Figure 6.14
Eye protection should be worn if the
starter pulley is to be removed.
The recoil spring is under tension
and can release as the pulley is removed.
! CAUTION ! CAUTION