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model HRR216K3-VXA

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rosebud

Honda HRR216K3-VXA has 2 problems. (1) throttle goes from fast to slow all my itself (2) Engaging the blade does not work all the time


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robert@honda

robert@honda

Honda HRR216K3-VXA has 2 problems. (1) throttle goes from fast to slow all my itself (2) Engaging the blade does not work all the time

Honda issued a Product Improvement Campaign back in 2006 to address a problem with the blades not staying engaged on this mower.

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Please look on the back of the mower deck and check the serial number:

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For used mowers, the fix is typically to replace the Roto-Stop control. A Honda Dealer really needs to look at the unit to be sure; here's a link to find one in your area:

Find A Honda Dealer

The throttle slipping could just be a loose spring, cable, worn controls, etc. Here's how it comes apart:

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