Make sure the brush gaurd handle is pushed forward...all the way.
Jason
March 2008
Press the chain brake bar (the one in front of the main handlebar) firmly forward until it clicks.....this releases the tension on the brake band spring, and the cover should pop on.
John
January 2008
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