Dismantling The Centrifugal Clutch - Husqvarna 445 Workshop Manual

Repair instructions
7.9 Centrifugal clutch – removal
1
Remove the cylinder cover. Disengage the chain
brake by pushing the kickback guard backwards.
Undo the bar nut and remove the clutch cover, bar
and chain. (see figure 13)
2
Disconnect the HT lead. Remove the spark plug
and fit piston stop 502 54 15-01 (A) in its place.
(see figure 14)
3
Unbolt the clutch using tool 502 54 16-03 (B) and
a suitable socket or wrench. Turn the clutch clock-
wise to remove it. (see figure 15)
4
Secure the clutch in a vice as shown in figure. Ca-
refully release the clutch springs using circlip pliers
(C) (see figure 16)
NOTE!
Handle the clutch springs carefully. If they
are opened up too much they could dam-
age the a
Inspection and cleaning
• Clean and inspect all parts carefully. If there
are any cracks or other defects replace the
damaged parts with new ones. Always use
original parts.
• Check the thickness of the clutch shoes by
using vernier callipers to measure the diameter
of the clutch. If the diameter is less than 65
mm the clutch assembly must be replaced.
(see figure 16)
30
– English
Fig 13
Fig 14
B
Fig 15
C
Fig 16
Min 65mm