1997-2001 Honda TRX250 Fourtrax Recon Service Manual, Page 164Get this manual
ALTERNATORISTARTER CLUTCH Install the starter rope and tie square knot as shownWrap the rope around the starter pulley in clockwise direction as viewed from the ratchet side as shown DRIVE PULLEY ROPE
Install the spring by hooking the end on the starter housing hookCAUTION: Wear eye protection and use care when installing the starter springThe spring can pop out of the housing if care is not used