April 19, 2023

DIY chainsaw repair

If your gas chainsaw doesn't roar to life when you try to start it, Sears PartsDirect can help. From a leaking fuel line to a gummed-up carburetor, we have the troubleshooting tips, repair help and chainsaw parts you need to make the repair yourself.

Learn how to replace chainsaw fuel lines and replace or rebuild the carburetor with our step-by-step repair guides. You can also find out how to cut tree limbs and branches, how to prevent chainsaw injuries and learn tips for a hard-to-start chainsaw on our articles and videos page. To find the owner’s manual or a complete list of replacement parts for your gas chainsaw, search for your model number.

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Symptoms for gas chainsaws

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Main causes: cracked fuel lines, leaky carburetor seals, damaged fuel tank cap, cracked fuel tank…

Main causes: bad gas, engine needs tune up, cracked fuel lines, dirty carburetor…

Main causes: stale gasoline, cracked fuel lines, dirty carburetor, damaged spark plug, worn piston rings…

Repair guides for gas chainsaws

These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your chainsaw.

How to rebuild a chainsaw carburetor

How to rebuild a chainsaw carburetor

If your chainsaw isn't running well, a dirty carburetor could be the problem. You can take it apart, clean it and rebuil…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace a chainsaw carburetor

How to replace a chainsaw carburetor

If the engine won't start even though there's fuel in the chainsaw, the carburetor could be the problem. Sometimes, it's…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less
How to replace chainsaw fuel lines

How to replace chainsaw fuel lines

The fuel line on a chainsaw becomes brittle over time and can crack. Replacing it doesn't require a lot of DYI experienc…

Repair difficulty
Time required
 15 minutes or less

Articles and videos for gas chainsaws

Use the advice and tips in these articles and videos to get the most out of your chainsaw.

What’s the best type of chainsaw for homeowners in 2023 – gas, corded or cordless?

What’s the best type of chainsaw for homeowners in 2023 – gas, corded or cordless?

Find out what type of chainsaw you need to keep trees trimmed in your yard.…

Top 10 electric lawn and garden tools for 2023

Top 10 electric lawn and garden tools for 2023

Learn about the top 10 must-have electric lawn & garden tools for 2023…

How to enjoy all the online benefits we offer on our Sears PartsDirect website

How to enjoy all the online benefits we offer on our Sears PartsDirect website

Learn about all the convenient features on our Sears PartsDirect website that make your parts purchases easier.…

What are the most common replacement parts for chainsaws?

What are the most common replacement parts for chainsaws?

Learn about the most common replacement parts for chainsaws and how they can help you fix chainsaw problems.…

Top questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect

Top questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect

Get answers to frequently asked questions about Sears and Sears PartsDirect.…

Chainsaw care and troubleshooting tips

Chainsaw care and troubleshooting tips

Learn the basics of taking care of your chainsaw and solving common problems.…

How to sharpen a chainsaw

How to sharpen a chainsaw

Find out how to sharpen a chainsaw.…

How to prevent chainsaw injuries

How to prevent chainsaw injuries

Don't be one of the 30,000 people a year who end up in emergency rooms with chainsaw injuries. Find out how to protect y…

How to cut trees, limbs and branches with a chainsaw

How to cut trees, limbs and branches with a chainsaw

Learn tips for using a chainsaw to cut down trees, cut up fallen tree limbs and prune small branches.…

5 tips for a hard-to-start chainsaw

5 tips for a hard-to-start chainsaw

These tips may help you get your hard-to-start chainsaw running.…

Chainsaw common questions

Chainsaw common questions

These common questions about chainsaws can help you solve typical problems.…

How to replace a chainsaw oil pump video

How to replace a chainsaw oil pump video

Oil leaking from your chainsaw often means the oil pump has failed. This video shows how to install a new chainsaw oil p…

How to store a chainsaw between seasons

How to store a chainsaw between seasons

Put away your chainsaw the right way so it's ready the next time you need firewood.…