Honda GX240RT2 Service And Repair Manual page 269

STARTING SYSTEM
Hook the outer hook (1) of the starter return spring (2)
to the groove (3) of the recoil starter pulley (4), and then
install the starter return spring by winding it.
Apply grease to the cutout (1) of the recoil starter case
(2).
Set the recoil starter pulley (3) to the recoil starter case
by aligning the inner hook (4) of the starter return spring
with the cutout of the recoil starter case.
Apply grease to the two ratchets (1).
Install the two ratchets and the two ratchet springs (2)
to the recoil starter pulley (3) as shown.
Apply grease to the inside of the spring retainer (1).
Set the friction spring (2) and the spring retainer to the
recoil starter pulley in the direction as shown.
Apply locking agent (Hondalock 1, Threebond® 2430,
or equivalent) to the threads of the center screw (3).
Hold the spring retainer and tighten the center screw
securely.
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