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Technical Information 45.2017

Replacing the solenoid valve on STIHL M-Tronic™

Contents
1. Technical description
2. Solenoid valve
3. Holders
4. Screws
5. Service notes
6. New special tool
7. Troubleshooting charts
8. Summary

1. Technical description
The solenoid valve located on the carburetor on all
STIHL M-Tronic™ chain saws and STIHL M-
Tronic™ power tools can be replaced.
Components affected are:
– Solenoid valve
– Holders
– Screw
Service work on the following components is carried
out as previously:
– Metering diaphragm, pump diaphragm
– Inlet needle, inlet control lever
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG

– Gaskets
– Choke shutter
– Air valve housing

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2. Solenoid valve 3. Holders

Dependent on the carburetor installed (Walbro or
2.1 Available solenoid valves
Zama), two different holders can be installed. In
Two different solenoid valves can be installed in future, the holders will be available as spare parts.
carburetors.

0000/10-D 0000/04-B
XXX XXX
XXX

0000-GXX-4651-A0

000TI070 KN
Left: Holder 0000 121 2300
Left Solenoid valve 0000 120 5110 for Walbro carburetor
Right Solenoid valve 0000 120 5104 Right: Holder 0000 121 2301
Solenoid valve 0000 120 5110 has a black housing, for Zama carburetor
solenoid valve 0000 120 5104 has a white housing. The holders are not interchangeable.
On solenoid valve 0000 120 5110 the valve end
nearest the carburetor is plastic, on solenoid valve 4. Screws
0000 120 5104 it is metal.
The previously installed screws (hexagon round-
2.2 Installation position head screw with locking pin) are not available as
spare parts and will be replaced by hexagon
The installation position of the solenoid valve varies round-head screws without locking pin.
according to the make of carburetor fitted (Walbro or
Zama).
4.1 Previous screws
000TI069 KN

000TI071 KN

Left Installation position of solenoid valve Dependent on the holder, b 3, two different screws
with Walbro carburetors were previously installed. These differ with regard to
Right Installation position of solenoid valve the thread form.
with Zama carburetors

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5. Service notes
When repairing or servicing the solenoid valve,
always carry out the following work steps:
– Determine the spare parts, b 5.1
– Clean the carburetor, b 5.2
– Replace the valve, b 5.3
– Adapt the engine electronic system to the new

000TI067 KN
solenoid valve, b 5.4

5.1 Determining the spare parts

Left: previous hexagon round-head screw with
The necessary spare parts must be determined
locking pin (inch thread) for Walbro
depending on the carburetor installed and the
carburetor
solenoid valve installed, b 2.
Right: previous hexagon round-head screw with
locking pin (metric fine pitch thread) for 5.1.1 Solenoid valve
Zama carburetor
The spare part used must always be the same type
Due to the different thread form, the screws are not of solenoid valve as previously installed in the
interchangeable. carburetor:
The previous screws can still be used. – Solenoid valve 0000 120 5110 (black housing)
must always be replaced by a solenoid
4.2 New screws valve 0000 120 5110, b 2.
Dependent on the holder, b 3 two different
– Solenoid valve 0000 120 5104 (white housing)
hexagon round-head screws will be installed in
must always be replaced by a solenoid
future. These differ with regard to the thread form.
valve 0000 120 5104, b 2.

5.1.2 Walbro carburetor

In addition to the solenoid valve use the following
spare parts:
– Holder 0000 121 2300
– Screw 0000 122 7102

5.1.3 Zama carburetor

000TI072 KN

In addition to the solenoid valve use the following

spare parts:
– Holder 0000 121 2301
Left: new hexagon round-head screw
0000 122 7102 with inch thread for – Screw 0000 122 7103
Walbro carburetor
Right: new hexagon round-head screw
0000 122 7103 with metric fine pitch
thread for Zama carburetor
Due to the different thread form, the screws are not
interchangeable.

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5.2 Cleaning the carburetor 5.3.2 Installing the solenoid valve

Before replacing the solenoid valve, the area S Check that the O-rings on the solenoid valve are
around the valve seat must be completely clean. Dirt undamaged; replace if necessary.
in the valve seat causes immediate problems.
Remove coarse dirt with a brush and blow off
carefully with compressed air (do not blow into
openings and Venturi).
Clean the carburetor housing with a brush or lint-
free cloth and commercially available carburetor
cleaner.
Do not use aggressive or corrosive substances.
Ultrasonic cleaning is not recommended.

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5.3 Replacing the solenoid valve
S Only hold the solenoid valve above the collar to
5.3.1 Removing the solenoid valve avoid damaging the sealing surfaces.
S Coat the solenoid valve below the collar with
STIHL press fluid OH 723.

1
000TI063 KN

000TI065 KN
S Remove screw (1) with screwdriver
5910 890 2313.
S Remove the holder (2). S Insert the solenoid valve perfectly vertically.
S Pull out solenoid valve (3).
Do not reuse the solenoid valve that has been
removed. Gaskets can become damaged during
removal.
3

1
000TI063 KN

S Press in the solenoid valve (3) as far as it will go

– do not apply pressure to the plug connection.
The collar of the solenoid valve housing makes
contact with the carburetor housing.
S Fit the holder (2) and tighten the screw (1)
(6 in. lbs / 0.7 Nm).

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5.4 Adapting the engine control system to the

new solenoid valve

5.4.1 Explanation
If the solenoid valve is replaced, the engine control
system is not adjusted for the new solenoid valve
initially. The machine may not develop the optimum
power or it may not have proper running behavior.
There are various procedures for adapting the
engine electronic system to the new solenoid valve,
depending on the machine model, the status of the
control unit software (STIHL M-Tronic™ version)
and whether STIHL Diagnostic Software and the
analyzer MDG1 are available:
– Reset control unit to factory default settings,
b 5.4.3
– Calibration, b 5.4.5
– Calibration in conjunction with the
STIHL Diagnostic Software, b 5.4.6
Calibration in conjunction with the STIHL Diagnostic
Software enables the engine electronic system to
be optimally adapted to the new solenoid valve.
The appropriate procedure must be individually
selected for each machine:

Reset control Calibration, Calibration in

unit to factory b 5.4.5 conjunction with
default settings, the
b 5.4.3 STIHL Diagnostic
Software, b 5.4.6
Power tool X
Chain saw with STIHL M-Tronic™ version lower
X
than 2.1, b 5.4.2
Chain saw with STIHL M-Tronic™ version 2.1 or
higher, b 5.4.2.
X
STIHL Diagnostic Software and analyzer MDG 1
are not available.
Chain saw with STIHL M-Tronic™ version 2.1 or
higher, b 5.4.2.
X
STIHL Diagnostic Software and analyzer MDG 1
are available.

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5.4.2 Determining the STIHL M-Tronic™ version S Fit a cutting attachment specified in the
Control unit software version can only be Instruction Manual.
determined for chain saws and only from S Tension chain as specified.
STIHL M-Tronic™ version 2.1.
S Check that the saw chain is sufficiently
lubricated.
S Check that the fuel used is of the grade
specified in the Instruction Manual.

XXXX XXX XXXX X M3.0

5.4.5 Calibration
Andreas Stihl AG & Co. KG
S Preparing for calibration, b 5.4.4.

0000-GXX-4673-A0 1 A B C
min

The STIHL M-Tronic™ version is indicated on the

emissions label after the material no., e.g.:

0000-GXX-4186-A0
Indication on emissions label STIHL M-Tronic
™ version 30-60 s > 30 s s
1142 967 3301 A – M2.1 2.1
1140 967 3304 B – M3.0 3.0
S Set master control lever to the }position.
If there is no such indication on the emissions label,
the STIHL M-Tronic™ version is lower than 2.1. S Engage chain brake.
S Start engine without depressing the throttle
5.4.3 Resetting control unit to factory default trigger.
settings The engine runs and the master control lever
S Remove saw chain and guide bar or cutting remains in the } position.
attachment.
S Allow engine to run for at least 30 to max.
S For chain saws: Remove the chain sprocket 60 seconds (A) without depressing the throttle
cover. trigger.
S Set control lever to the }position. S Release chain brake.
S Start engine, without depressing the throttle S Depress and hold down throttle trigger for at
trigger. least 30 seconds (B).
S Allow engine to run for at least 90 seconds in The engine accelerates and the saw chain rotates.
position }. The chain saw is being calibrated. The engine
S Switch off engine. speed fluctuates and rapidly increases during
calibration.
The control unit has been reset to the factory default
setting. The engine electronic system has been S If the engine stops: try again to calibrate the
adapted to the new solenoid valve. chain saw.
S If the engine repeatedly stops:
5.4.4 Preparing for calibration
– Engage chain brake.
Carry out the following steps before calibration to
achieve an optimum result after calibration: – Do not use chain saw. The chain saw must be
serviced.
S Clean the air filter.
S As soon as the engine speed drops (C):
S If the engine is cold: warm up engine for about Release throttle trigger.
1 minute by blipping the throttle.

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The engine idles. The chain saw is calibrated and 6. New special tool
ready for use. The engine electronic system has
been adapted to the new solenoid valve.

5.4.6 Calibration in conjunction with the

STIHL Diagnostic Software
Preparing for calibration, b 5.4.4.
To carry out calibration in conjunction with the
STIHL Diagnostic Software, the cutterless saw
chain 3/8" 1.3 mm – 3112 000 0066 must be fitted.

000TI068 KN
Issues arising in connection with calibration can be
read from the fault memory with the aid of the
STIHL Diagnostic Software.
Screwdriver T10 with hole 5910 890 2313 is needed
The STIHL Diagnostic Software performs the
to unscrew the previously installed hexagon round-
calibration.
head screws with locking pin., b 4.1.
The engine electronic system is optimally adapted
The screwdriver can also be used for the new
to the new solenoid valve.
hexagon round-head screws without locking pin,
b 4.2.

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7. Troubleshooting charts

7.1 Engine does not start

Engine does not start

Yes
Set master control lever to } position Is it possible to start the Troubleshooting completed
engine?

Check ignition system

No according to flow chart
"Ignition system troubleshooting“,
see Service Manual
No
Yes
Yes
Check ignition Ignition spark Is it possible to start the
(spark plug, spark plug boot, ignition present? engine?
spark)

No

No
Check the start detection system Mechanically Replace
(micro switch, actuating lever) OK? switchgear
clean if necessary

Yes

Check wiring harness and plug No Repair

connections Are target values wiring harness,
attained? replace if necessary

Yes

No
Isolate and repair crankcase leaks
Check crankcase for pressure/ Engine sealed?
vacuum leaks

Yes

No
Look for an error in the fuel path Fuel path error-free? Repair fuel path,
(inlet needle, lever, spring, Seal engine
diaphragm),

Yes

No
Replace solenoid valve and inlet Is it possible to start the
Replace carburetor
needle engine?

Yes
Troubleshooting completed

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7.2 Engine speed drops under load – low power

Engine speed drops under load – low

power

Check air filter, clean or replace if

necessary

Calibrate control unit

Yes
Machine
OK?

No
Troubleshooting completed

No
Seal engine
Check engine for leaks Engine sealed?

Yes

No
Look for an error in the fuel path Fuel path error-free? Repair fuel path
(inlet needle, lever, spring,
diaphragm),

Yes

No
Replace solenoid valve and inlet Is it possible to start the
Replace carburetor
needle engine?

Yes
Troubleshooting completed

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7.3 Engine stops suddenly

Engine stops suddenly

Yes
Machine Troubleshooting completed
OK?

No

Check fuel path No

Repair
(fuel pickup body, tank vent, fuel Fuel path fuel system
hoses) OK?

Yes

No
Connection
Check plug or screwed connection on and firm seat of the plug Replace wiring harness
control unit OK?

Yes

Check start detection (switchgear) Replace

(micro switch, actuating lever) No switchgear
Mechanically
Clean if necessary OK?

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7.4 Maximum speed not reached

Maximum speed does not reach target

value

Check the air filter and spark arresting

screen (present only in some
countries) in the muffler – clean or
replace if necessary
For chain saws: Check chain tension
and
chain lubrication

Calibrate the control unit Maximum speed reaches Yes

Troubleshooting completed
target value?

No

Connection No
Check plug connection on control unit and firm seat of the plug Repair wiring harness, replace if
OK necessary

Yes

Are target values No Replace switchgear

Check start detection, wiring harness
and plug and screwed connections attained?

Yes

No Seal engine
Check engine for leaks Engine sealed?

Yes

Look for an error in the fuel path No

Fuel path error-free? Repair fuel path
(inlet needle, lever, spring,
diaphragm),

Yes

No
Replace solenoid valve and inlet Is it possible to start the
Replace carburetor
needle engine?

Yes
Troubleshooting completed

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7.5 Ignition – no ignition spark

No ignition spark

Yes
Set master control lever to } position Is it possible to start the Troubleshooting completed
engine?

No

No
Check flywheel Ensure correct control unit/flywheel
Combination
(two pairs of poles?) combination (see spare parts list)
OK?

Yes

No
Check air gap Air gap
(control unit/flywheel) OK? Set correct air gap

Yes

Check ignition system

according to flow chart
"Ignition system trouble shooting"
(see Service Manual)

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8. Summary
Pos. Designation previous new Note
1 Solenoid valve (black housing) --- 0000 120 5110 1)
2 Solenoid valve (white housing) --- 0000 120 5104 2)
3 Holder (Walbro) --- 0000 121 2300 1)
4 Screw (Walbro) --- 0000 122 7102 1)
5 Holder (Zama) --- 0000 121 2301 1)
6 Screw (Zama) --- 0000 122 7103 1)

Modification introduced: continuously

Note
1) New version part can also be used for previous machines
2) New version cannot be used for previous machines.

8.1 New special tool

Item Description Part number Use
1 Screwdriver T10 with hole 5910 890 2313 Unscrewing the screw on the
solenoid valve holder

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