Honda Lawn Mower Transmission Replacement Part # 20001-VL0-P00

This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the transmission on a Honda lawn mower. The most common reason for replacing the transmission is when the self-propel feature is not working properly.
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Tools needed: 12mm socket, snap ring pliers, 10 mm socket, 10mm wrench, T-40 Torx bit, pliers
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[@squandabird]

Have a 7 year old HRR216 and used this video to replace the transmission. Cleaned all spacers, washers, gears, wheels, etc. in solvent then lightly regreased all moving parts. Runs like new again. Awesome video !!!

[@LAWNandORDERTexas]

Did you replace it because it was slow to move, or not moving at all?

[@jtoulon1288]

Just replaced my wheels, pinions + hardware and transmission. Couldn’t have done it without this video! Thanks!!

[@jaydee9630]

I wish other KZbin "how to videos" were this well made and easy to follow. Repair Clinic is great! Thanks!

[@mudguy1503]

Wow, a really well made"how to" video! Thanks for posting up this for us out there. I have to replace my Honda transmission tomorrow and now I have a darn good reference video to help me out. Definite thumbs up from me.

[@repairclinic]

You're welcome! We are always happy to help. If you would like to give us a review on Google, we would much appreciate it: g.page/r/CcVUrahZNozMEBM/review We hope that you have a great day!

[@rayblessing7576]

Bought a replacement transmission on Amazon for about 60 dollars, genuine Honda part. Watched this video a couple of times and then tackled myself, no real problems however do drain the oil before putting over on the left side for any length of time, just had to replace oil and filter, no biggie. Definitely get snap ring pliers, very small tips, makes life a whole lot easier. Thought the video was excellent and really appreciate it. Although your mower is probably slightly different on how the shrouds come off, this video is still very helpful. Really not tough to do, if your fairly handy, should be no problem.

[@franciscogamboa1686]

can you please give me the link for the replacement transmission you found on Amazon?

[@glennbrady8298]

I'm a DIY'er and this is the best video I've watched to perform a repair I had no idea how to perform. If you can't change your transmission using this video, go buy a new lawn mower. One thing, make sure you install the drive gear correctly. If the lawn mower doesn't pull after your done, just turn them around.

[@TheLoriBeaver]

I just replaced my transmission and this video made that possible. Thank you so much!

[@repairclinic]

You're welcome! We are always happy to help. If you would like to give us a review on Google, we would much appreciate it: g.page/r/CcVUrahZNozMEBM/review We hope that you have a great day!

[@ericsmith207]

Awesome!!! Just recently changed pinion gears on my Honda mower. 6 years old and that thing still starts right up! Great video. Thanks!

[@joei1241]

thank you..this was an excellent video, straight to the point, easy to follow, saved me a couple hundred dollars

[@sushimaster100]

Thank you for this outstanding video. I successfully changed my Honda lawnmower transmission today. Although it wasn't an easy t ask by any stretch of the imagination, I couldn't have done it without this tutorial. My mower propels like new again.

[@lr0584]

HONDA SHOULD BUILD A MORE RELIABLE MACHINE ? WHAT ARE WE TO EXPECT FROM A FORIGH MADE PRODUCT? IN THE PAST WE WOULD RELY ON A AMERICAN ENGINERED PRODUCT . ALTHOUTH THESE ARE PRODUCED IN THE U S A WHO DESIGNED THIS FAULTY PRODUCT ?

[@jefflashway6644]

Built in America,. That's all you need to know.

[@halleffect1]

love to see a realistic repair on a used mower with dirt and rust. those bolts don't just back right out. they are frozen and the retainer nuts just spin in place.

[@nothankyou5524]

How did you make out? I have three that I've picked up over the last couple of years. On the oldest two, I kept using penetrating oil. I was using one of those mini impact guns. I had to go get a larger one, which I really should have bought years ago and not taxed the heck outta the mall on. PS: in a pinch Transmission Fluid and Mineral Spirits 50/50 mix, makes a pretty good penetrating oil. A lot of people, including a few you'll find here, say it's better than the commercial brands. I always keep a qt around, for when the commercial stuff runs out. Gonna give it more chances. I get the commercial stuff by the gallon. Cheapest way by the ounce, but the prices are going up and ip. Best wishes!

[@mikerue2423]

For anyone who finds that part #20001-VL0-P00 is no longer available it has superseded to part # 20001-VL0-S00.

[@tipabr]

I had oil run out through the carburetor and into the air filter box, ruining the filter element. DRAIN THE OIL BEFORE YOU PLACE YOUR MOWER ON ITS SIDE FOR ANY LENGTH OF TIME!!! I ended up taking the carburetor off to try to clean as much of the oil out of it and the air filter element box. This added over an hour to the project...not to mention the time spent cleaning up the spilled oil. I haven't tried re-starting the engine yet. I'm hoping the oil settles back down into the crankcase before I try to run it.

[@dvdfrnzwbr]

Make sure the carburetor and air filter are in the up position when turning on its side

[@martinradtke5181]

Remove oil and tip mower so air filter is on top and oil drain on bottom.

[@sontruong436]

The video is really helpful. I tried to reward the effort by going to the company website to buy parts. However, it is a big disappointment that the web site does not even have the appropriate diagram, since there are related parts that could be needed.

[@alangates793]

Fixed my lawn mower in a short afternoon. No experience. 2 pieces of advice 1) Snap Ring pliers make this a lot easier, don't be cheap use the right tool, you may think needle nose pliers will do the trick but its not worth it. Plus the guys at ACE will give you a node cause you bought the right tool for the job 2) PAY ATTENTION TO THE ORIENTATION OF THE PINION GEAR, I didn't and felt like an idiot when the wheels turned the opposite ways. I bought new transmission from Amazon for $115, now my lawn mower pulls like new.

[@dj6769]

Alan Gates I just replace the belt on my mower It pulls very sluggish in high speed I think my transmission has lost all of its oil can oil be added to these transmissions?

[@georgenisson6920]

Bought my transmission from eReplacementParts.com for $54 and change plus 5.95 shipping

[@nancynga6820]

@@dj6769 Yes it can. I did.

[@MarcoDong58]

A well-done video and very helpful. Next time spend a little more time explaining the correct direction to install the gears on the shaft. I did not realize you were flipping from one side to another.

[@Funky4me21]

good video, however my spring is in a harder spot the end slides into a slot on the tranny. Really the only hard part I had. Pulling the blade adapter was a PIA though.

[@locacoyote]

I'm a little lost. The beginning of the video does not show the ratchet keys coming of, but you do show them going back in. I'm curious since mine did not have any.

[@tonynelson7]

I spotted the same thing the woodruff keys and springs were not shown if you have a gear like that then you will have them I was getting ready to fix my to just change belt and inspect gears but they were completely worn down on one side where it meets the wheel gears.

[@scokill1]

This guy makes all the washer, snap ring, spring, gears, removal and reinstallation look easy. It's not.

[@repairclinic]

Sometimes, even for Professionals, it takes a bit of patience and elbow grease. To save your time, we make our videos straight to the point with clear instructions, without the bulk excess content. You got this!

[@Cookiebaggs233]

It helps that he’s working on a machine that’s never cut grass….😂

[@synthyawylder3297]

Note that some of these procedures don't apply or are not relevant for the Honda mower model# HRX217HYA with the gray NeXite plastic (lifetime) deck. The mounting connections for the belt cover (underneath the deck) are completely different & without being able to remove that, it appears that you'll have to pull the engine assembly off the deck to access the belt from above. I have no idea what else is different in the mounting & connections; I got as far as being unable to find/access the belt cover mounting connections. Couldn't find them anywhere. Perhaps you could demonstrate the procedure for this procedure for Honda mowers with that type of deck, if there's an easier method?

[@KB-ie7jr]

Not using grease for the adjuster arm bushing aren't you just asking for the wheels to eventually lock up rolling backwards?

[@andybub45]

ATTENTION! If your mower wont move backwards, try removing the transmission and sanding the shaft. You may be surprised.

[@TupperLakeGaming]

There has been a recall on this, check out the Honda service bulletins.

[@clintoncarver1926]

I just replaced this transmission and the belt that came with the new transmission and it is too loose to drive the wheels. any suggestions?

[@dorian6843]

Great video, I just wish I would have watched before taking the bolts on my transmission assemble. Do know which lubricating oil is used into the assemble so I can close it back before going back on the mower.

[@cybersteve2008]

Dorian White you probably already figured this out but I just made the same mistake. Use regular 10W-30.

[@john4kc]

The T-40 Torx was a 6mm Hex on mine.

[@sam9242]

It would be really helpful to mention somewhere the model of mower you are working on. There are a lot of different HRR 216 variations.

[@M70ACARRY]

HRS Series

[@lifeisgood070]

..... so what about the whole fill it up with oil or drain it??? I have one that is not broken. Would rather try lubing it first.

[@kickliquid]

Step 1: watch KZbin video on how to fix your mower Step 2: take mower to someone who can fix it

[@M70ACARRY]

What about clutch cable adjustment?

[@bennettshfd2]

Which model mower is this?

[@jesusmora8621]

Hi, I did a mistake , before adjust drive cable (only think I must done), I remove all gearbox screws, so oil was drawn, thinking it was a protection cover. How can I fill it again and what kind of oil should I Use? thanks for your support

[@schweit10]

Hi, I have done the same thing as you did. I removed that cover thinking it was also a protection cover. Did you ever find any answers to your question? Is this just gear oil in that little compartment of is that somehow trans fluid coming out? How did you end up fixing? Thanks.

[@vulgaris1251]

Been searching extensively for what oil gose in it and how to put it in. Literally all I'm looking for is how to top off the fluid in that part, it's not even mentioned in the manual, so far not one "pro" in all of the existence of the Internet know either.

[@GnolGnaoh]

There should be a access panel once you take off the bag. Then put the back 2 wheels ti the highest and thửa should rotate the transmission fill cap towards you to fill. There’s also a fill level hole open that and on a level grand and when you follow make sure that level plug is off and watch for it to leak out until it stops. Then button it up

[@GnolGnaoh]

Also it doesn’t state it because Honda advertised it as a maintenance free transmission but I literally just did a drain a fill because it wasn’t going like how it had beforex Also the fluid you want is Hondas hydrostatic transmissions fluid

[@angelisone]

Do you have a video on how to repair a HRR2166VKA's bent Crankshaft? Without buying the $400.00 bent jig or crankshaft. This is one of the most weakest parts, the main is the transmission's shaft.

[@Royal_Ditto]

What oil is used inside the transmission? I heard 10w-30 Honda motor oil, but it maybe something else???

[@robertbelknap]

Honda Hydrostatic transmission fluid

[@M70ACARRY]

Same oil that's in engine. This isn't hydrostatic

[@Royal_Ditto]

@@M70ACARRY I ordered the hydrostatic oil and in the process of transit I found out it was the regular engine oil...Cost more to ship back then to keep. :/ But now I know :) Thanks!

[@junkstang302]

@@Royal_Ditto how much did you put?

[@Royal_Ditto]

@@junkstang302 I ended up buying a whole new gear setup. Figured it was easier that way. But it's basic Honda Motor Oil that goes inside. I bought Hydrostatic oil but that wasn't right. Ended up keeping it cause sending it back would have cost more money then keeping it... Bummer.

[@jambojamin]

I got stuck after taking it all apart. I have a clutch system between the blade and the belt cover. There is no way to get the belt off without removing that and that makes me nervous. Might be screwed.

[@scottpoole4374]

It's not that bad, have a helper hold the blade clutch lever in the engaged position, remove the center bolt with an impact wrench, remove the clutch assembly. Then release the blade clutch lever and the release bracket lifts right off. Now you can access the belt retainer bolts. Reverse this procedure to reassemble.

[@MickeyMishra]

looking at how Honda does their Drive systems on their wheels I realize why everyone finally ends up just buying a Honda one day. I'm getting tired of constantly having to fix my lawn mower and I one point I realized it's just cheaper simpler and easier just to buy a new one every year but if you got a Honda the thing just keeps going. well worth the entry price and they actually have parts that are made out of Swiss cheese

[@stevejette2329]

Classy operation like this works on the floor on his knees ?? And re-use those tiny springs ?

[@rla1000]

Yeah, but you could eat off that floor, lol.

[@deanbelknap2708]

Perfect

[@joejones4370]

All of my crankcase oil spilled out through the air filter while the mower was on its side. Did this happen to anyone else? What a mess.

[@lr0584]

USE THE SIDE WHERE THE EXHAUST IS ON TO PUT THE MOWER ON ITS SIDE RATHER THAN THE CARB SIDE ,THIS MAY HELP.

[@tipabr]

YES! I had oil run out through the carburetor and into the air filter box, ruining the filter element. DRAIN THE OIL BEFORE YOU PLACE YOUR MOWER ON ITS SIDE FOR ANY LENGTH OF TIME!!! I ended up taking the carburetor off to try to clean as much of the oil out of it and the air filter element box. This added over an hour to the project...not to mention the time spent cleaning up the spilled oil. I haven't tried re-starting the engine yet. I'm hoping the oil settles back down into the crankcase before I try to run it.

[@Royal_Ditto]

Joe Jones not sure if this was answered but flip the mower so the air filter is on top. So opposite of what you see on video. I think the mower they are using has no oil in it

[@scottfirman]

Yes it will. Never flip a Honda on the air filter side or pull the air filter and be prepared for a MESS to clean up. He said drain the oil and he ment it.

[@cjschwer11]

I can't pull my mower backwards, like the transmission is stuck going forward any thoughts?

[@jrock1520]

I had the same issue today. Long story short, the transmission is bad. It's $50 at my local dealer so it's not that bad.

[@davytornado9772]

Cj Schwer.... you havent had the drive wheels off have you and mistakenly swapped them over. I did that, took me three days to suss it out. My honda drive wheels are " handed ", like the free wheel cog on a bike wheel.

[@andybub45]

The shaft needs to be sanded. After this it should be much easier to move the mower back.

[@jonkopsky7600]

@@lr0584 I changed the adjustment for the cable, but the wheels still do not go back. Is the new transmission bad as described in the message above?

[@M70ACARRY]

@@jonkopsky7600 bad, or the shaft needs sanded

[@greenhatt]

exelent, exactly what I was needing

[@repairclinic]

+Pedro Vinzia Great!

[@mode1charlie170]

Great video but the way Honda designed this transmission is flawed. The actuation of the drive system miss aligns the the two pulleys causing premature belt wear. A better design would have included an idler pulley to increase belt tension.

[@MowerMan]

I'd love to see the out takes lol

[@repairclinic]

Would definitely be some funny stuff Mower Man.

[@edwin3143]

those nuts don't come out

[@lr0584]

HELLO I REC. THAT WE BOYCOT HONDA UNTIL THEY MAKE A PRODUCT IS RELIABLE . LET US ALL SEND A E-MAIL TO THEM SHOWING OUR DISPLEASURE .AFTERALL WE HAVE PAID A VERY HIGH PRICE FOR THERE PRODUCT. I HAVE OVNED A CRAFTMAN WITH SUCH A SIMPLE DRIVE MOTOR ,THAT IS WAS VERY EASILY TO REPAIR . TO ADD OILL OUR DO MTCE WAS VERY STRAIGTH FORWARD. LET US ALL BOYCOT HONDA SEE IF THEY RESPOND.

[@utahjonnymontana8698]

I have a question the believe right wheel spins, but the left wheel doesn’t is that the transmission problem or is that a transmission problem or another type of problem?

[@strelnecov]

this lawn mower is cheapest junk you can buy. well unless you count 2 years for 500.00 a good buy.

[@andybub45]

No, thats Troy Bilt

[@gavinmathew7491]

My Honda is four years old and still works like new. Love it.

[@michaleswain6791]

my HRT216 is 10+ years old... the trans going out is the first thing its needed. Yearly maintenance and cleaning the deck periodically make it last a long time.

[@ericdavis219]

Got 12 years out of mine so far, the keyway slots in the axles are worn got a transmission ordered.

[@cusoonmyfriend3738]

why the heck did this guy remove the gearbox , the lawn mower looks brand new and had never been on a lawn ? !!

[@l451-z1s]

Easy to see with clean machine for illustration purpose.

[@cusoonmyfriend3738]

@@l451-z1s ohhhhhh lol thanks