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Gearbox Mount Cushion Replacement

  1. Remove the steering gearbox (see STEERING GEARBOX REMOVAL  ).
  2. Position the 34 mm socket wrench (A) on the flange part of the gearbox housing with a washer (B), 10 x 105 mm flange bolt (C) and the 10 mm nut (D) as shown.
    Fig 1: Positioning Socket Wrench On Flange Part Of Gearbox Housing With A Washer
    G03652413Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Hold the flange bolt with a wrench, and tighten the nut with another wrench. Remove the gearbox mount cushion (E).
  4. Apply a mild soap and water to the new gearbox mount cushion surface (A), then place it on the gearbox mounting cushion hole.
    Fig 2: Applying Mild Soap And Water To New Gearbox Mount Cushion Surface
    G03652414Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Position the 34 mm socket wrench on the flange part of the gearbox housing with a washer, flange bolt, and the nut as shown.
  6. Install the gearbox mount cushion by tightening the nut until the mount cushion edges (B) properly fit on the gearbox flange surface.
  7. Reinstall the steering gearbox (see STEERING GEARBOX INSTALLATION  ).