Operation Manual
103MS 240, MS 260, MS 260 C
Does 
thermostatic switch close 
between + 13°C (55 °F) and + 6 °C 
(43 °F), but no later than 
+ 6 °C (43 °F)?
15.2 Carburetor Heating System Troubleshooting Chart
– Measure resistance of
heating element at 
temperature = +20°C (68°F)
– Check thermostatic switch on basis of 
tolerance range of + 13°C (55 °F) to + 6°C 
(43 °F) 
no
– Replace heating 
element, b 15.1
Carburetor heating system
in order
yes
 Resistance
G Generator
1 Handlebar
2 Rear handle
3 Heater switch
4 Heating element (carburetor)
5 Thermostatic switch
165RA453 TG
G
1 4
5
2
3
Circuit diagram
approx. 8 Ω?
– Replace thermostatic 
switch, b 15.1.3
yes
– Replace thermostatic 
switch, b 15.1.3
yes
Does 
thermostatic switch open 
between + 6°C (55 °F) and + 13 °C 
(43 °F), but no later than 
+ 13 °C (55 °F)?
no
no










