Complete dismantling

Disassembly – 14 STELLA FI 4000

Complete guide to dismantling the SHIMANO 14 STELLA FI 4000 reel (2014). Estimated time: 90 mins. 10 compatible parts available.

90 mins ●●● Advanced 25 steps ↗ 10 items available
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1 Dismantling
Étape 1 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 1
2 Crank
Étape 2 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 2
3 Handle
Étape 3 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 3
4 Coil
Étape 4 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 4
5 Drag Washers
Étape 5 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 5
6 Reel holder
Étape 6 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 6
7 Rotor nut
Étape 7 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 7
8 Rotor
Étape 8 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 8
9 Rotor Cover and Rotor Nut
Étape 9 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 9
10 Side rotor covers
Étape 10 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 10
11 Pick-up spring
Étape 11 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 11
12 Pick-up arm and roller
Étape 12 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 12
13 PickUp
Étape 13 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 13
14 Non-return
Étape 14 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 14
15 Seal
Étape 15 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 15
16 Rear cover
Étape 16 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 16
17 Side plate
Étape 17 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 17
18 Sideplate interior
Étape 18 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 18
19 Upper pinion bearing
Étape 19 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 19
20 Pinion
Étape 20 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 20
21 Control wheel
Étape 21 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 21
22 Main Focus
Étape 22 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 22
23 Movement Main axis
Étape 23 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 23
24 Gear wheels, pinion and worm gear
Étape 24 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 24
25 Framework
Étape 25 — Démontage – 14 STELLA FI 4000 Step 25
Compatible parts

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SHIMANO 14 STELLA FI 4000 — 2014
Diagram No. Part No. Play
11018 RD11018
R21 bearing – Hybrid Ceramic – ABEC 5 – ISO P5 13.56€ Add to basket
11578 RD11578
R33 bearing – Hybrid Ceramic – ABEC 5 – ISO P5 11.96€ Add to basket
13241 RD13241
R18 bearing – Hybrid Ceramic – ABEC 5 – ISO P5 14.36€ Read more
13269 RD13269
R05 Bearing - Hybrid Ceramic - ABEC 7 - ISO P4 13.59€ Read more
13274 RD13274
R19 bearing – Hybrid Ceramic – ABEC 5 – ISO P5 14.36€ Read more
13381 RD13381
R20 bearing – Hybrid Ceramic – ABEC 5 – ISO P5 11.96€ Add to basket
14866 RD14866
R35 bearing – Hybrid Ceramic – ABEC 5 – ISO P5 11.96€ Add to basket
16431 RD16431
10KXZ - Line Roller Set - Shimano 29.95€ Add to basket
16603 RD16603
R12 bearing – Hybrid Ceramic – ABEC 5 – ISO P5 13.59€ Read more
16607 RD16607
R20 bearing – Hybrid Ceramic – ABEC 5 – ISO P5 11.96€ Add to basket
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Disassembly – 14 STELLA FI 4000 – Step-by-step guide

This detailed tutorial takes you step by step through the complete dismantling of the casting reel SHIMANO 14 STELLA FI 4000 2014, to facilitate maintenance, cleaning and the replacement of wear parts, particularly bearings.

Designed to be clear and practical, this guide is aimed at anglers wishing to maintain their equipment as well as those looking to improve the performance of their reel. Each step is illustrated to help you identify the components precisely, understand their role and carry out the work without risk of error. Thanks to the exploded view and parts table, you can quickly find the 10 manufacturer part numbers and the compatible parts available. This saves you time, prevents ordering errors and ensures the long-term optimisation of your reel’s performance.

Why take apart a SHIMANO 14 STELLA FI 4000 reel?

  • Clean the internal components (grease, sand, salt, dirt)
  • Replace worn or original bearings with high-precision models
  • Improve throwing distance and the fluidity of the spin
  • Reducing mechanical noise and vibrations
  • Check the wear parts (gears, brake, axles)

Aims of the tutorial:

  • How to properly dismantle a SHIMANO 14 STELLA FI 4000 reel
  • Easily identify each part
  • Access the bearings for maintenance or upgrading
  • Improve the smoothness, precision and service life of the reel

Access to parts and compatibility

Thanks to the exploded view of the SHIMANO 14 STELLA FI 4000 and the associated parts list, you can quickly identify each component: bearings, gears, brake washers, axles and structural parts. Each manufacturer’s part number makes it easy to find compatible spare parts and avoid any errors when ordering.

The reel bearings play a key role in performance. Replacing them with high-precision models (stainless steel, hybrid ceramic, ABEC 5 or ABEC 7) results in smoother rotation, improved spool inertia and optimised casting.

Optimisation and upgrading of the reel

Beyond maintenance: dismantling the reel SHIMANO 14 STELLA FI 4000 also opens up the possibility of making improvements: upgrading the bearings, changing the gear ratio using a gear kit, upgrading the brake with Carbontex® discs, or using suitable lubricants. These optimisations allow you to tailor the reel to your fishing style: finesse fishing (BFS), power fishing, casting for distance or enhanced accuracy.

Reel disassembly guide – SHIMANO 14 STELLA FI 4000

This SHIMANO 14 STELLA FI 4000 fishing reel disassembly guide provides a comprehensive step-by-step guide to cleaning, maintaining and upgrading your reel. Proper reel maintenance ensures better casting distance, smoother retrieval and a longer lifespan. Whether you are replacing spool bearings, upgrading to ceramic bearings, or carrying out a full clean, this tutorial helps you safely access all internal components and understand how they work.

  • Step-by-step guide to dismantling a fishing reel
  • A practical guide to maintenance and cleaning
  • Spool bearing replacement and upgrade
  • Improve casting distance and smoothness
  • Identify reel parts using an exploded view

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