Remove Muffler and Access Spark Arrester
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What happens here
To access the internal spark arrester, locate and remove the two 14mm bolts and one 12mm bolt securing the muffler system. Use a ratchet and appropriate sockets from a tool set. The video demonstrates removing the two upper bolts first, then locating and removing the lower 12mm bolt, which might be harder to reach. The owner uses a new DeWalt 200-piece socket set. Call the dealer for confirmation of the spark arrester's location and cleaning method if unsure.
Goal: Gain access to the spark arrester for cleaning.
Tools and materials
- 12mm Socket DeWalt — Removing specific bolts on the muffler
- 14mm Socket DeWalt — Removing specific bolts on the muffler
- DeWalt 200-Piece Socket Set DeWalt — Removing bolts on the muffler and other components
- Extension Bar DeWalt — Reaching recessed bolts
- Ratchet DeWalt — Driving the sockets