Honda HRS216PKA Manual page 137

TRANSMISSION / DRIVE BELT
2. TRANSMISSION REMOVAL
K5 SKA MODEL
1. Drain the fuel tank (P.
2. Disconnect the spark plug cap.
3. Turn the mower upside-down, but rest the handlebar on a
support to prevent damage to the recoil starter cover.
Remove all cable ties.
4. Remove the two 6 x 10 mm flange bolts attaching the belt
cover, and then remove the belt cover.
5. Position a 10 mm wrench on the belt tensioner
self-locking nut. Use another wrench (or socket) to loosen
and remove the belt tensioner bolt. Pay attention to the
order of the parts (self-locking nut, washer, spring,
washer, and bolt) as they are removed.
6. Remove the two blade bolts and special washers from the
blade holder. Use a wooden block to prevent the blades
from turning when removing the bolts
7. Remove the belt from the transmission pulley.
8. Remove the wheel bolt, wheel, and wheel washers from
each side.
Inspect the wheel bearings for excessive wear and
replace if necessary.
12-6
7-17) and engine oil (P. 3-6).
(P. 3-5).
HRS216PKA • HRS216SKA • HRS216VKA
6 x 10 mm
FLANGE BOLTS
SELF-LOCKING
NUT
SPRING
WASHER
(6 mm I.D.)
FLAT WASHER
WHEEL
BOLT
BOLT
WASHER
(8 mm I.D.)
WHEEL WASHER
REASSEMBLY:
Install the washer
as shown.
WHEEL SIDE