DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the transmission drive shaft on a Honda small engine. The most common reason for replacing the drive shaft is when making another repair to the engine.
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All of the information for this transmission drive shaft replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Mantis
Tools needed: 5/16th inch socket
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Before you replace the transmission drive shaft on your tiller make sure the engine has cooled and the on-off switch is in the “off” position.
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Now use a 5/16th inch socket to loosen the flange bolt securing the engine assembly to the transmission housing.
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Detach the throttle cable retaining clip lift off the engine assembly and set it aside.
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You can now remove the old drive shaft.
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Install the new drive shaft by fully seating it in the transmission housing.
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Reposition the engine assembly making sure there is no gap between the flange and the transmission housing.
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Tighten the flange bolt to secure.
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Secure the throttle cable with the retaining clip and the repair will be complete.