Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): weedwacker ignitor module, clutch tool, flat chisel


Question
I need to replace ignitor module on Craftsman 32cc brushwhacker model # 358.795810   My problem is the red colored housing needs to be removed to get to it...and the shaft just outside the flywheel has to be removed first...how do I get that shaft off?  there is a funny looking thing on it with an arrow pointing and the words off but I'm not sure if it takes a special tool to get this off or what I need to hold to keep the whole flywheel from turning.   thanks

Answer
Hello Richard:

>>Sorry for the Delay. My PC Crashed and it Took a while to get it Up and Going again.
>>To View a Breakdown of this Unit Go to this Site Addy, http://www.searspartsdirect.com/partsdirect/index.action?sid=PSHx20080114x00001 and Enter the Model Numbers 358.795810 and Click Search. From this Page you can View Diagrams and Parts Lists.
>>The Clutch Drum has a Small Torx Screw in the Center Drive Hole that Holds the Drum to the Clutch Assembly. Remove the Torx Screw and the Drum Pulls Off and the Clutch Assembly can then be Removed. **To Hold the Crankshaft for Removal of the Clutch; Purchase a Bolt that is 3" to 4" Long and has the Same Diameter and Threads as the Spark Plug. Carefully Insert the Bolt Into the Engine Until it Contacts the Piston. If the Bolt is too Short, then Slowly Turn the Engine in the Same Direction you are Going to be Turning the Clutch Until the Piston Contacts the Bolt. Now to Remove the Clutch. If you do Not have the Clutch Tool for an Impact Wrench and are Doing this By Hand (no air compressor and/or not the correct socket), then Use a 2" Wide, Flat Chisel and a Shop Hammer or a 22oz Hammer and Hit the Outer Part of the Thick Ear in the Same Direction that the Engine Turns During Operation.**
>>If you Hit a Snag or this Does Not Correct the Problem,  I Hope to be Here if You Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me Know What Happens, Please. May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Be Safe and Happy. Thanks.

Good Luck

Respectfully

John

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Respectfully

John