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    eardly edward Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Sep 8, 2012, 12:33 PM
    When I pull the starter cord engine would not engage
    When I try to start my bolens bl100 the motor will not engage what should I do to fix it.
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    Sep 8, 2012, 04:17 PM
    Hi,
    I gather that you are saying that there is no engagement between the starter pulley and the flywheel. This is usually indicative of stuck or damaged pawls on the flywheel ar a damaged pulley. Link will give you the manual(in 3 languages) and has a parts breakdown in the back. Page E21 or 61 is the engine.
    http://dl.owneriq.net/5/5cb63bf0-5bd...ef11fba4b2.pdf
    Peace,
    Clarke
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