Baitcast Fishing Reel Pawl Replacement

Remove the non-reel side plate by pulling on the small latch on the side with the reel.

Grab the end of the rod connected to the line spool and pull it directly out of its frame.

Loosen the single bolt with a 17 mm wrench.

Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to unscrew the single screw that attaches the reel to the reel side plate.

Lift off the reel.

Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the three screws on the reel side plate.

Unscrew the drag apparatus by hand and remove the reel side plate.

Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the single screw that attaches the grill to the body of the reel.

Use a 2.5 mm flathead screwdriver to remove the pawl cap on the body of the reel.

Carefully remove the damaged pawl and washer from the line guide apparatus.

Clean the worm gear of any dirt or debris with Q-tips and paper towels.

Insert the new pawl and previous washer back into the cap, and screw the cap back into place with a 2.5 mm flathead screwdriver.

Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to reattach the grill.

Place the spool back into the body of the reel.

Use a Phillips #0 screwdriver to reinstall the three screws securing the reel side plate.

Pull the small latch and place the non-reel side plate back in its original position.

Screw the drag apparatus on with your hand until it clicks into position.

Reattach the reel by tightening the bolt with a 17 mm wrench, and replace the single screw on the side plate with a Phillips #0 screwdriver.

Crank the reel for one minute to make sure the line guide moves back and forth freely without getting stuck on one side.