Operation Manual
59MS 240, MS 260, MS 260 C
Start installation and connector of 
the short circuit wire at the ignition 
module.
: Connect the short circuit wire (1) 
and push it into the retainer 
(arrow).
: Fit the ground wire (1), insert the 
screw and tighten it down firmly.
When tightening, make sure the 
terminal does not butt against the 
housing.
– Check air gap on ignition module 
and reset if necessary, b 9.5
165RA210 TG
1
165RA211 TG
1
: Fit the grommet (arrow) in the 
opening and make sure it is 
properly seated.
– Use STIHL press fluid to simplify 
assembly, b 17
: Push the short circuit wire with 
insulating tube (1) into the guides 
(arrows).
: Push the pin and socket 
connector (2) into its guide.
: Position the ground wire (1) 
behind the stop buffer (arrow).
165RA212 TG
165RA499 TG
1
2
165RA485 TG
1
: Push connector (1) of ground 
wire (greem/yellow) into the 
contact spring as far as stop.
: Push connectot (2) of short circuit 
wire into the switch shaft as far as 
stop.
– Install the switch shaft, b 12.1.1
: Push the wire into the guide 
(arrow).
165RA214 TG
2
1
165RA215 TG










