This is an original replacement part sourced directly from the manufacturer. The circlip is commonly found in Honda lawn mowers. This part is made of metal, and is generally used in securing components in the rear wheel assembly. Please be aware that there are different circlips used in the machine. Refer to the parts diagram to be sure of ordering the correct part. You may require pliers and a wrench when replacing this item. The circlip is sold as an individual replacement part.
Snap Retaining Ring 90651-VE2-800
OEM part for: Honda
Part Number: 90651-VE2-800
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This Snap Retaining Ring will fit the following 137 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
This item works with the following types of products:
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Honda Lawnmower (Model No. HRX217K3-HYAA) Drive Transmission Replacement
Tool Type
Engine
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Socket set, Snap Ring Pliers / Spring Extender Cable
The Drive Transmission replacement sequence I followed is as follows:
1. Emptied all fuel & placed Fuel Shutoff Valve in the closed position
2. Removed Pull Start Assembly & Engine Cowling (with integrated fuel tank)
3. Secured mower upside-down on workbench
4. Removed Cutting Blades
5. Removed Mulching/Bagging Assembly to expose drive belt
6. Removed Rear Wheels (single bolt, thrust washer & flat washer)
7. Removed Pinion Gear Assemblies (12.7mm Circlip, Bushing, Pinion Gear, Ratchet Key &
Spring, Bushing)
8. Removed Rear Wheel back Covers
9. Removed Rear Wheel Height Adjustment Assemblies (12.7mm Circlip & Bushing)
10. Disengaged Transmission Axle from inside of Mower Deck (22mm Circlip & Washer)
11. Disengaged Change Cable
12. Disengaged Tension Spring (Tight fit - used old wire cable to disengage/engage spring from
Transmission lever)
13. Disengaged Drive Belt
14. Removed Transmission Assembly from inside of mover deck.
15. Transferred control arm from old Transmission Assembly to new Transmission Assembly.
15. Reverse steps 14 thru 1 for reassembly
Drive train needed to be rebuilt after 15 years
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set, Nutdriver, Adjustable Wrench
Parts Used
- Washer, Wheel - 90455-VA2-000
- Bolt, Hex. (10x20) - 90105-960-710
- Washer, Plain (22mm) - 90403-952-770
- Washer, Thrust (13mm) - 90502-VE2-800
- Snap Retaining Ring - 90651-VE2-800
- Circlip (outer) (22mm) - 94511-22000
- Ratchet Return Spring - 42668-VE2-800
- Ratchet Key - 42672-VE2-800
- Collar, Pinion Gear - 91559-VE2-800
- Washer, Thrust (13x27x1) - 90505-VG3-000
- Washer, Spring (10mm) - 90502-VG3-000
- Bearing, Wheel - 91056-VL0-B00
- Gear, Pinion (13t) - 42661-VH7-000
- Wheel, Rr. Nh164 (grip Gray) - 42710-VH7-010ZA
- Arm, L. Rr. Adjusting - 42940-VH7-010
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Employees keep busting up everything from push mowers to ride-ons to 2 cycle machines
Tool Type
Engine
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Socket set, Wrench Set, Adjustable Wrench, Basic Mechanic\\\'s tools
Parts had become damaged missing on Honda rear wheel (self propel mechanisms)
Tool Type
Engine
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
Parts Used
2. Used a screwdriver to remove damaged Snap Retaining Ring
3. Used Snap Ring Pliers to put new Snap Retaining Ring in place
4. The new part fit perfectly
Right rear wheel would not engage when put in drive mode.
Tool Type
Engine
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Socket set
Left rear adjustment axle was broken at the weld broke.
Tool Type
Engine
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set, Snap ring pliers
Honda lawnmower rear wheels bind when pulling it backwards.
Tool Type
Engine
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
, Snap ring pliers
Mower wheels couldn't roll backwards
Tool Type
Engine
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set, Wrench Set, Snap ring plier
Honda lawn mower rear wheels lock when pulling it backwards
Tool Type
Engine
Difficulty
Medium
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
, Snap ring pliers
Parts Used
Wanted to grease rear axle
Tool Type
Engine
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
, external pliers
Parts Used
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