Makita 123357-3 Concrete Saw Starter Assembly

The Makita 123357-3 Concrete Saw Starter Assembly helps engage the engine for dependable starting performance. Wear, damaged recoil components, or sticking starter parts can make the concrete saw difficult to start.

This part fixes the following symptoms:

• Starter rope does not retract.

• Starter handle pulls without engaging the engine.

• Recoil starter sticks during operation.

• Engine is difficult to crank manually.

• Starter assembly is cracked or damaged.

Starter rope does not retract

Quick Check: Inspect the starter rope for fraying and check for debris inside the recoil housing.

Fix Suggestion: Remove any debris restricting the recoil mechanism and confirm the rope moves freely.

Prevention Tip: Pull the starter rope smoothly and allow it to return gradually.

Starter handle pulls without engaging the engine

Quick Check: Examine the starter pawls for wear or improper engagement.

Fix Suggestion: Inspect the engagement components and secure any loose hardware. Install a new starter assembly only if the internal mechanism is damaged.

Prevention Tip: Avoid pulling the starter rope beyond its full extension.

Recoil starter sticks during operation

Quick Check: Check the recoil housing for dirt, concrete dust, or damaged moving parts.

Fix Suggestion: Clean the recoil assembly and verify all components move freely.

Prevention Tip: Keep the starter housing clean after each cutting job.

Engine is difficult to crank manually

Quick Check: Verify the starter assembly rotates smoothly without binding.

Fix Suggestion: Inspect the recoil mechanism for worn components and correct any binding before replacing parts.

Prevention Tip: Perform routine inspections to prevent excessive wear.

Customer Experience: After installing Makita 123357-3 starter assembly, my concrete saw started much more easily, and the recoil action became smooth and reliable.