Is there a trick to getting this thing off? I read the manual, it just says to lift straight up. Doesn't do anything for me. It's not a screw, right?

 

I've found that it comes off much easier if you lube the muffler bearings first....


I'm not sure exactly what you're having difficulty with there. The cover is held on with three(?) push clips and just pops out when they're removed. The tire itself is held down by a bolt that screws down.


the smartass,
ron

 

I thought for several minutes before hitting the "post" button on this knowing I'd get a wiseass response.
I've pulled, pushed and twisted those three clips - not coming free. Going outside for another look.

 

Just pull them harder. They won't break .

ron

 

Yup.
Just got them off. They just needed a good JERK!