How to Remove the Governor on My Lawnmower

The governor serves the same purpose on a small engine regardless of whether the engine is a lawnmower engine, chain saw, go-cart or something else. A governor is on the engine to prevent it from running too fast. Under ordinary circumstances, there is no reason to remove it. It is possible to gain more speed for the engine by removing the governor, but there is a danger of serious damage to the engine if you do remove it permanently. Removing a governor does not take long.

Things You'll Need

• Wrench set
• Pliers

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Remove the air intake box from the engine using a wrench. It is a square or rectangular box using a single bolt through the top.

   • 2

     Locate the governor under the air intake box near the carburetor. The governor assembly includes a long handle, with a rod and several springs attached to it. Disconnect the control rod and the springs from the governor using a pair of pliers.

   • 3

     Remove the three bolts securing the governor assembly to the mower using a wrench. Place the air intake box on the mower and install the retaining bolt using a wrench.