Cub Cadet MTD P71 Series - Manual (Page 83)

Ignition System
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Flywheel
To remove the flywheel:
1. Remove the recoil assembly and the engine shroud
by following the steps described in Chapter 6: Starter.
2. Lock the engine to prevent it from turning.
3. Loosen the flywheel nut until it is a couple of threads
past the end of the crank shaft using a 19mm
wrench. See Figure 7.13.
NOTE: If equipped with an engine brake, clamp off the
brake using a spring clamp. See Figure 7.14.
NOTE: If equipped with an electric starter, remove the
module by following the procedures described in
the Ignition Module section of this chapter.
4. Remove the flywheel by applying a sharp blow to the
crankshaft using a brass drift punch and a hammer
while gently prying with a prybar. The flywheel will
“pop” loose then lift it off.
NOTE: Never strike the crankshaft directly with a hammer.
To prevent damage to the crankshaft use a brass
drift punch or a piece of wood between the ham-
mer and the crankshaft. See Figure 7.15.
Figure 7.13
Strap wrench
Figure 7.14
Engine brake lever
Muffler
Figure 7.15
Brass punch
! CAUTION ! CAUTION
If the flywheel shows any signs of
physical damage such as cracks, bro-
ken vanes (if equipped), or a damaged
keyway, replace it. A damaged flywheel poses a
threat of a burst failure. Burst failures are extremely
hazardous to surrounding people and property.