DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the blower housing cover on a Briggs and Stratton small engine. The most common reason for replacing the cover is if it is broken.
All of the information for this cover replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Briggs & Stratton, MTD
Tools needed: flat head screwdriver, 5/16 inch socket or nut driver
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Before you replace the blower housing cover on your engine first make sure the engine has cooled.
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Next, you should remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.
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Now loosen the rope guide wing nut and remove the starter rope.
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Use a 5/16th inch socket or nut driver to unthread the bolts securing the blower housing cover and starter.
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Pull off the retaining ring.
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Note the orientation of the recoil starter then insert a flat-head screwdriver between the tabs securing the starter to help pry the component free. You’re now ready to install the new blower housing cover.
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With the starter rope facing the rear of the new cover, snap the recoil starter into position.
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Align the retaining ring and snap it into place.
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Now align the assembly on the blower housing.
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Thread and tighten the bolts to secure.
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Depress the bail arm extend the starter rope and hook the rope on the guide.
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Tighten the rope guide wing nut.
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With the repair completed reattach the wire and boot to the spark plug and your engine should be ready for use.