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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairHonda Lawn Mower Ratchet Return Spring Part # 42668-VE2-800
Honda Lawn Mower Ratchet Return Spring Part # 42668-VE2-800
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Total Parts Cost
$4.69Estimated Savings
$112.5002:52
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the ratchet return spring on a Honda lawn mower. The most common reason for replacing the spring is if the self-propel feature will not engage one or both wheels.
All of the information for this return spring replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Honda
Tools needed: 12mm socket, snap-ring pliers
All of the information for this return spring replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Honda
Tools needed: 12mm socket, snap-ring pliers
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace a rear wheel ratchet return spring on your lawn mower first make sure the engine has cooled.
2
Next, you should remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.
3
Now lift up the rear of the mower and support it.
4
Use a 12mm socket to unthread the bolt securing the appropriate wheel and remove the wheel.
5
Use snap ring pliers to remove the snap ring securing the pinion gear.
6
Remove the washer and note the orientation of the pinion gear then slide off the gear.
7
If still intact, remove the ratchet key and the old ratchet return spring.
8
Prepare the new ratchet return spring for installation by applying some grease.
9
Now position the spring in the axle and reinsert the ratchet key.
10
Hold the key in place as you properly align the pinion gear.
11
Slide on the washer and secure the assembly with the snap ring.
12
Insert the mounting bolt through the wheel and slide on the wave washer with the curved edge facing outward followed by the flat washer.
13
Position the dust cover align the wheel assembly then thread and tighten the mounting bolt to secure.
14
With the repair completed reattach the wire and boot to the spark plug and your lawn mower should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the ratchet return spring on a Honda lawn mower. The most common reason for replacing the spring is if the self-propel feature will not engage one or both wheels.
All of the information for this return spring replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Honda
Tools needed: 12mm socket, snap-ring pliers
All of the information for this return spring replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Honda
Tools needed: 12mm socket, snap-ring pliers
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace a rear wheel ratchet return spring on your lawn mower first make sure the engine has cooled.
2
Next, you should remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.
3
Now lift up the rear of the mower and support it.
4
Use a 12mm socket to unthread the bolt securing the appropriate wheel and remove the wheel.
5
Use snap ring pliers to remove the snap ring securing the pinion gear.
6
Remove the washer and note the orientation of the pinion gear then slide off the gear.
7
If still intact, remove the ratchet key and the old ratchet return spring.
8
Prepare the new ratchet return spring for installation by applying some grease.
9
Now position the spring in the axle and reinsert the ratchet key.
10
Hold the key in place as you properly align the pinion gear.
11
Slide on the washer and secure the assembly with the snap ring.
12
Insert the mounting bolt through the wheel and slide on the wave washer with the curved edge facing outward followed by the flat washer.
13
Position the dust cover align the wheel assembly then thread and tighten the mounting bolt to secure.
14
With the repair completed reattach the wire and boot to the spark plug and your lawn mower should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Spring
$4.69
Total$0.00
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