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CONSUMER INFORMATION

REPLACEMENT PARTS, 
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT, AND SERVICE ITEMS  

Contact an authorized Honda servicing dealer to purchase any of 
these (or other) Honda Genuine items for your lawn mower. 

Replacement Parts 

Optional Equipment 

Service Items 

DEALER LOCATOR INFORMATION

To find an Authorized Honda Servicing Dealer anywhere in the United 
States:

Visit www.HondaPowerEquipment.com and click on Dealer Locator.

CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION

Honda Power Equipment dealership personnel are trained 
professionals. They should be able to answer any question you may 
have. If you encounter a problem that your dealer does not solve to 
your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership's management. 
The Service Manager or General Manager can help. Almost all 
problems are solved in this way.

If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership's 
management, contact the Honda Power Equipment Customer 
Relations Office. You can write:

American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

Power Equipment Division
Customer Relations Office
4900 Marconi Drive
Alpharetta, GA   30005-8847

Or telephone: (770) 497-6400     M-F, 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. ET

When you write or call, please give us this information:

Model and serial numbers (page 16)

Name of the dealer who sold the lawn mower to you

Name and address of the dealer who services your lawn mower

Date of purchase

Your name, address, and telephone number

A detailed description of the problem

Honda Publications

These publications will give you additional information for maintaining 
and repairing your lawn mower.

Shop Manual

 - This manual covers complete maintenance and 

overhaul procedures. It is intended to be used by a skilled technician. 
Available through your Honda dealer or through
Helm Inc. at (888) 292-5395 
or visit www.HondaPowerEquipment.com and click on Product 
Manuals.

Parts Catalog

 - This manual provides complete, illustrated parts lists, 

and is available through your Honda dealer.

Frequently Asked Questions

 - The Honda Power Equipment web 

site provides additional information for users of Honda power 
equipment. Visit www.HondaPowerEquipment.com and click on 
FAQs.

Item

Part Number

Notes

Spark plug

98079-55846

NGK (brand) BPR5ES 

Air filter

17211-ZL8-003

Paper

Lower blade

72511-VE1-020

Always use an upper and 
lower blade on HRR 
models.

Upper blade

72531-VE2-020

Low lift blade 
(HRS)

72511-VG3-000

Replace with above 
blades for best mulching.

Grass bag 
(HRR)

81320-VL0-B10

Fabric bag only, no frame

Wheel/tire
(HRS)

44710-VG3-000
42710-VG3-B00

Front
Rear 

Wheel/tire
(VKA)

44710-VL0-L00
42710-VE2-M00

Front
Rear 

Wheel/tire
(PDA)

44710-VL0-L00
44710-VE2-M00

Front
Rear

Item

Part Number

Notes

Spark arrester kit

06180-Z0J-000

Includes spark arrester, 
ID plate, and screw

Grass discharge 
chute kit (HRR)

06814-VG4-010

Side discharge

Leaf shredder 
(HRR)

81560-VG4-000

Universal lawn 
mower cover

08P59-VE2-000

Custom fitted, waterproof, 
and breathable

Item

Part Number

Notes

SAE 10W-30 
engine oil 

08207-10W30

1 Quart

No-Spill

®

 gas 

can

06176-1450

5 gallon

Fuel stabilizer

08732-0001

For long-term storage

Matte black 
touch-up paint 
(aerosol can)

08707-NH105

For handlebar only

Summary of Contents for 00X31-VL0-U540

Page 1: ...orrectly and safely Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert A symbol and one of three signal words DANGER WARNING or CAUTION These signal words mean Each message tells you what the hazard is what c...

Page 2: ...PORTANT to Honda That s why we urge you to read this message before letting your child operate this lawn mower Lawn mowers are tools not toys As with any equipment bad judgments can result in serious...

Page 3: ...All Honda engines are run at the factory prior to packaging Most of the oil is removed prior to shipment however some oil remains in the engine The amount of oil left in the engine varies If not usin...

Page 4: ...ank will help to eliminate or reduce operating interruptions for refueling CHECK YOUR MOWING AREA For your safety and the safety of others always inspect the area before operating the lawn mower Objec...

Page 5: ...chute as shown Mulching Plug HRR The mulching plug helps to curve the inside of the mower deck for more efficient mulching Install and remove the mulching plug by raising the rear discharge guard as...

Page 6: ...en if you have operated other mowers take time to become familiar with how this mower works and practice in a safe area until you build up your skills For your safety avoid starting or operating the e...

Page 7: ...hold it against the handlebar to propel the mower forward Release the clutch lever to stop the mower s forward movement Always release the clutch lever before starting the engine If the clutch is enga...

Page 8: ...wer deck or other components Vibration usually indicates serious trouble The DISTRIBUTOR S LIMITED WARRANTY page 20 does not cover parts damaged by collision Gravel and Loose Objects Gravel loose ston...

Page 9: ...egin and make sure you have the tools and skills required To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion be careful when working around gasoline Use only a nonflammable solvent not gasoline to clean p...

Page 10: ...ning the blade s or causing imbalance or poor cutting the blade s should be sharpened by trained staff at an authorized Honda servicing dealer BLADE REPLACEMENT Use Honda Genuine replacement blade s o...

Page 11: ...nsert the frame into the bag as shown 2 Clip the plastic edges of the bag onto the frame as shown ENGINE MAINTENANCE Engine Oil Level Check 1 Unscrew and remove the filler cap dipstick and wipe it cle...

Page 12: ...nd using 2 stroke oil can damage the engine Air Cleaner Service A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor reducing engine performance If you operate the mower in very dusty areas cl...

Page 13: ...e spark plug cap on the spark plug Spark Arrester Service optional equipment Your lawn mower engine is not factory equipped with a spark arrester In some areas it is illegal to operate an engine witho...

Page 14: ...e bed of the transport vehicle Tie the mower down with rope or straps and block the wheels Keep the tie down rope or straps away from the controls adjustment levers cables and the carburetor Fold the...

Page 15: ...ing from neglected storage preparation Engine Oil Change the engine oil page 12 Engine Cylinder 1 Remove the spark plug page 13 2 Pour 1 2 teaspoons 5 10 cc of clean engine oil into the cylinder to ke...

Page 16: ...logged Clean out the mower deck page 14 Air filter is clogged Clean or replace the air filter page 12 Bad fuel mower stored without treating gasoline or refueled with bad gasoline Refuel with fresh ga...

Page 17: ...ions control system may increase emissions beyond the legal limit Among those acts that constitute tampering are Removal or alteration of any part of the intake fuel or exhaust systems Altering or def...

Page 18: ...del GCV160 Engine type 4 stroke overhead cam single cylinder air cooled Displacement 9 8 cu in 160 cc Bore and stroke 2 52 x 1 97 in 64 x 50 mm Compression ratio 8 5 1 Ignition system Transistorized m...

Page 19: ...publications will give you additional information for maintaining and repairing your lawn mower Shop Manual This manual covers complete maintenance and overhaul procedures It is intended to be used by...

Page 20: ...l rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Honda Accessories Replacement Parts And Apparel This warranty is limited to Honda Power Equipment parts accessories and appar...

Page 21: ...nda approved replacement parts may be used in the performance of any warranty repairs and must be provided without charge to the owner The use of replacement parts not equivalent to the original parts...

Page 22: ...NOTES...

Page 23: ...NLINE www hondapowerequipment com commercial rental users check one private homeowner use for hire use Owner s Last Name Company Name Address City Date of Purchase First Name Telephone State ZIP Code...

Page 24: ...RETTA GA 30005 9956 POWER EQUIPMENT DIVISION Product Registration FIRST CLASS MAIL PERMIT NO 117 ALPHARETTA GA 1 Go www hondapowerequipment com to register your unit 2 Click on Product Registration 3...

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