Description
Overview:
The Choke Rod for Makita DCS430 chainsaws is a small but essential linkage that connects the choke control to the carburettor. Made from formed steel for strength and long service life, it transfers the lever movement reliably so you can enrich the air-fuel mixture for cold starts and return to run position once the engine fires. This replacement rod helps restore consistent starting and smooth warm-up on petrol chainsaws that use the same choke linkage layout. It is identified as Makita part number 020 117 280 and is suitable for well-known models such as the DCS430 and DCS4300I. If your current rod is bent, missing, or worn, fitting a correct-profile replacement prevents poor starting and erratic running.
Key Features:
- Steel construction for durability and stable operation under vibration
- Correctly formed bends for positive engagement with lever and carburettor
- Direct replacement helps restore reliable choke action and cold starting
- Sized to factory specification for the listed Makita chainsaws
- Simple to fit with basic hand tools; minimal downtime
- Smooth choke travel reduces risk of flooding or hard starting
- Resistant to typical workshop and site conditions
- Clear identification: Makita part number 020 117 280
Typical Applications:
Used to replace a damaged, bent, or lost choke linkage on Makita petrol chainsaws. Ideal during engine rebuilds, routine servicing, or troubleshooting hard-start conditions in forestry, landscaping, tree surgery, and site maintenance work where dependable cold starts are important.
Also known as:
Choke lever rod, choke control rod, choke link, carburettor choke linkage, choke actuator rod, starter choke link, air-fuel enrichment rod.
Fits Models:
DCS430, DCS4300I, DCS520, DCS5200I
Alternate Part Numbers:
020117280
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 020 117 280 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Makita |
| OEM No. | 020117280 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Chainsaws |
| Fits Brands | Makita |
| Key Features | - Steel construction ensures durability and stable operation - Correctly formed bends for positive engagement - Direct replacement for reliable choke action - Sized to factory specification for Makita chainsaws - Fits models DCS430, DCS4300I, DCS520, DCS5200I |
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