Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Honda blade clutch noise at idle, honda power equipment, question pool

Question
At idle, my Honda HRM215SXA mower makes a loud, whirring noise, much like a dry bearing.  The noise goes away as soon as the blade clutch engages.

Looking at the parts diagram, I am inclined to think reference #2, part number 91102-VA4-013 may be suspect, but thought I would ask an expert before replacing it.

Thanks in advance for your help!  

Answer
Hello Loren Wegener:

>>Sorry for the Delay. This Question was Located in the Question Pool and I can Only Answer Questions from the Question Pool when I am Not Answering My Questions here or at the Other Site I Answer Questions at.
>>From your Description and After Viewing the IPL for this Unit, I Agree with your Diagnosis and Suggest Replacing this Part.
This Bearing Usually Makes the Noise you Described when it Requires Replacing.
>>You can View a Breakdown/IPL at this Site Addy,
http://www.emerichsales.com/ and Select Honda Power Equipment in the Drop Down Under "Parts Look Up" at the Left of the Page. Now Fill Out the "OEM Part Diagrams Look Up by Model Fit" Section.
>>If you Hit a Snag or this Does Not Correct the Problem,  I Hope to be Here if You Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me Know What Happens, Please. May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Be Safe and Happy. Thanks.

Good Luck

Respectfully

John

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Respectfully

John