DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the intake manifold gasket on a Ryobi hedge trimmer. The most common reason for replacing the intake gasket is when it is damaged during a repair and the hedge trimmer won’t start or has trouble starting.
All of the information for this intake manifold gasket replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Homelite, Ryobi, Green Machine
Tools used: 3/8 socket
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Before you replace the intake manifold gasket on your hedge trimmer first make sure the engine has cooled.
2
Next, remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.
3
Now depress the tab to release the air filter cover.
4
Use a 3/8th inch socket to help loosen the mounting nuts securing the air filter and carburetor.
6
Note the orientation of the fuel lines attached to the carburetor then detach the fuel lines – be prepared for some fuel to spill out.
7
Open the throttle and use needle-nose pliers to disconnect the throttle cable from the carburetor.
8
You can now slide the carburetor off of the mounting bolts and remove the old intake manifold gasket.
9
Install the new intake manifold gasket by sliding it onto the mounting bolts.
10
Now slide the carburetor back onto the bolts.
11
Connect the throttle cable to the carburetor and attach the fuel lines to the appropriate ports.
12
Replace the air filter and secure the assembly with the mounting nuts.
13
Realign the filter cover and snap it into place.
14
Reattach the wire and boot to the spark plug and your hedge trimmer should be ready for use.