I'm new to the forum and could use some help. I have a Honda riding lawnmower H3011 H, hydrostatic with starter problems. Checked all of the safety switches and ignition switch all of which were okay. Pulled the starter and it failed a bench test. Solenoid works and 12.41 volts go to the starter but starter drive gear does not move up and motor does not whir into life. New starters run between $358 and $411. A bit more than I want to put into an older mower.
Wondering if anyone rebuilds this starter or if there are starter rebuild kits available out there.
Take your starter apart, brushes are probably shot, and inspect all parts, solenoid, gear teeth, etc. A new set of brushes and new solenoid should take care of it unless you find something else during inspection.
Take your starter apart, brushes are probably shot, and inspect all parts, solenoid, gear teeth, etc. A new set of brushes and new solenoid should take of it unless you find something else during inspection.
- Not aware of any aftermarket or OEM rebuild kits for this starter. Most of the component parts are still available from Honda, so if you can figure what exact/specific part(s) have failed, odds the original starter can be brought back to life (maybe). You may have a local shop that can do starter repairs/rebuilds, provided you can obtain get the new Honda parts.
- Attached are a few pages from the shop manual with more details, and also the parts listing for the starter motor.
- And the link to find a Honda dealer in your area. Beware, most shops are very busy this time of year, so be patient. Find A Honda Dealer
Be sure to click off SERVICE and RIDING LAWNMOWER and key in your ZIP code:
Thank you for the information and the attachments. It is a big help having something visual. Have pulled the starter apart and looks like the brushes are the likely problem.
Dave W