Tiller type
Spark Arrester Removal
1.
Loosen the 5 mm hex bolt, then remove the top cover (see page
11
).
2.
Remove the 3
×
6 mm self-tapping screws from the spark
arrester, and remove the spark arrester from the muffler.
3
×
6 mm SELF-TAPPING SCREW
SPARK ARRESTER
Spark Arrester Cleaning & Inspection
1.
Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester
screen. Be careful to avoid damaging the screen.
The spark arrester must be free of breaks and holes. Replace the
spark arrester if it is damaged.
SPARK ARRESTER SCREEN
2.
Install the spark arrester in the reverse order of disassembly.
3.
Install the top cover, and tighten the 5 mm hex bolt securely (see
page
11
).
MUFFLER
GX35
Standard Type:
Spark Arrester Removal
1.
Loosen the 5 mm hex bolt, then remove the top cover (see page
11
).
2.
Remove the 4
×
6 mm self-tapping screws from the spark
arrester, and remove the spark arrester and exhaust filter from
the muffler.
SPARK ARRESTER
OUTLET
EXHAUST
FILTER
4
×
6 mm
SELF-TAPPING
SCREWS
SPARK ARRESTER
Exhaust Filter Cleaning & Inspection
Pinch the exhaust filter, strike lightly with a finger, and remove
carbon deposits. Be careful not to strike strongly.
The exhaust filter must be free of breaks and holes. If it is
damaged or fouled excessively, have it serviced by your Honda
dealer.
Spark Arrester Cleaning & Inspection
1.
Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester
screen. Be careful to avoid damaging the screen.
The spark arrester must be free of breaks and holes. Replace the
spark arrester if it is damaged.
2.
Install the exhaust filter and spark arrester in the reverse order
of disassembly.
When you install the spark arrester, the spark arrester's outlet
must point to the side opposite the spark plug.
3.
Install the top cover, and tighten the 5 mm hex bolt securely (see
page
11
).
ENGLISH
MUFFLER
SPARK ARRESTER SCREEN
SPARK PLUG
13