Hi,

My mower's hydrostatic drive seems to be giving out. The drive is incosistent, sometimes not moving the mower at all (especially when cold), sometimes slower than usual, and sometimes normal. I suspect the hydrostatic dirive needs to be serviced. My manual only says to take it to an authorized Honda dealer for service. Is there anything I can service myself? Can I replace the fluid myself or is this really a "dealer job?"

The mower is an "early 90's HR215HXA that, as far as I know has never been serviced except, engine oil, air filter, and blade.

Thanks,
Ross

 

Look under the unit for a drain plug. It may not be user-serviceable. If you find a drain plug, then there should be a fill plug as well. I do not know what type of oil this would use. Hyguard oil from John Deere works well in many hydro trannies, but I would try to find out what oil should be used in yours.

 

Sorry, I can't help out here much either. Any Honda specialists out there that could lend a hand? raharold, check back here over the next few days and see if anyone posts with some useful information.

 

MTD uses 2.5 qts of SAE 20W50 oil

 

Thanks for your rplies. I will put it on ramps this weekend and look for a drain plug.

 

No drain plug. I guess it's off to the dealer...