Honda BF4.5B - Shear Pin Change

When replacing, remove the
emergency stop switch clip
to prevent an accidental
startup of the engine.
The propeller is thin and
sharp. To protect your hands,
wear the heavy gloves during
replacement.
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Shear Pin Change
Replacement
MAINTENANCE
SHEAR PIN
SPARE SHEAR PINS
AND COTTER PINS
COTTER PIN
PROPELLER CAP
COTTER PIN
A shear pin is used to protect the
propelle r and drive mechanism from
damage when the propeller strikes an
obstruction.
Install a new cotter pin, and spread
the ends of it as shown.
Install the propeller, then install
the propeller cap finger tight.
Remove the broken shear pin and
replace it with a new one.
Remove the cotter pin, the
propeller ca p and the propeller.
Use a Honda Genuine shear pin and
cotter pin.
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