Description
This 112 page, Stihl MS 341 MS 361 Chainsaw Service Manual contains detailed descriptions of all the typical repair and servicing procedures for this power tool. As the design concept of models MS 341 and MS 361 is almost identical, the descriptions and servicing procedures in this manual generally apply to both models. Differences are described in detail.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Safety Precautions
Specifications
Engine Fuel System Ignition System Chain Lubrication Tightening Torques
Troubleshooting
Chart
Clutch, Chain Drive, Chain Brake,
Chain Tensioner Rewind Starter Chain Lubrication Ignition System Carburetor Engine
Clutch, Chain Drive, Chain Brake and Chain Tensioner
Clutch Drum / Chain Sprocket Replacing the Chain Catcher Spiked Bumper Clutch
Checking Operation of Chain Brake Removing and Installing (without
QuickStop Super) Removing and Installing (with
QuickStop Super)
Brake Cable Checking Play Adjusting Play Checking Operation of Coasting Brake Chain Tensioner Bar Mounting Studs
Engine
Muffler/Spark Arresting Screen Shroud Leakage Test Preparations Pressure Test Vacuum Test Oil Seals
Cylinder and Piston
Removing
Installing
Piston Rings
Crankcase/
Crankshaft
Removing
Installing
Decompression Valve
Ignition System
Ignition Module Ignition Timing Removing and Installing Testing the Ignition Module Ignition Lead / Spark Plug Boot Flywheel Contact Spring Testing Wiring Harness Ignition System Troubleshooting
Rewind Starter
General Removing and Installing Pawls Rope Rotor Starter Rope / Grip Tensioning Segment
Starter Rope Guide Bushing Replacing the Rewind Spring
AV System
Repair
Spring between Front Handle and Cylinder Annular Buffer between Tank Housing and Crankcase
Spring, Annular Buffer between Crankcase and Tank Housing Stop Buffer between Crankcase and Tank Housing
Master Control / Handle System
Switch Shaft Throttle Trigger / Interlock Lever Without
QuickStop Super With
QuickStop Super Front Handle
Chain Lubrication
Pickup Body / Suction Hose Valve Cleaning Replacing Oil Pump Removing and Installing Servicing
Fuel System
Air Filter Carburetor Removing and Installing Leakage Test Servicing the Carburetor Metering Diaphragm Inlet Needle Fixed Jet Pump Diaphragm Accelerator Pump User Adjustment Basic Setting Tank Vent Pickup Body Fuel Hose
Separating Crankcase and Tank Housing Replacing the Tank Housing
Carburetor Heating
Testing
Troubleshooting Chart
Handle Heating System
Troubleshooting
Testing
Heating Element in Rear Handle Removing and Installing Testing
Heating Element in Front Handle Removing and Installing Heater Switch Generator
Troubleshooting Chart Test Connections and Test Values Wiring Harness 1
Without Handle and Carburetor Heating 1
With Handle Heating System 1
With Handle and Carburetor
Heating System 1
Special Servicing Tools Servicing Aids