4. Check the air cleaner elements
1. Raise the rear body.
2. Remove the two wing nuts to remove the air cleaner cover and air cleaner
elements.
If the elements are dirty, follow the cleaning procedure described on page 39.
AIR CLEANER COVER
WING NUTS
AIR CLEANER ELEMENTS
5. Check brake lining wear
Inspect brake lining condition every time the riding mower is used.
Firmly set the parking brake, and then check the position of the brake wear in-
dicator. If the indicator is near the wear limit, take the riding mower to
an Authorized Honda Power Equipment Dealer for repair.
CAUTION: Under no circumstances should the riding mower be operated if
the brake lining is at the service limit.
PARKING BRAKE LEVER
WHEEL
BRAKE WEAR
INDICATOR
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