Makita 231797-2 Spare Part - *TENSION SPRING 4 5703R/5603R
Original Makita part 231797-2 — a tension/return spring used in the blade-guard / riving-knife assemblies of several Makita circular saws.
This genuine Makita spring restores correct tension for smooth guard movement and reliable retraction after a cut, helping the saw operate safely and as intended.
Fits Makita circular-saw models including 5703R, 5603R, 5705R and 5017RKB (listed in Makita parts breakdowns).
Note: Makita has later cross-referenced or replaced this item with part number 231844-9 on some diagrams — if your parts diagram shows that alternate number, 231797-2 is the original factory tension spring for the same location.
Buy this genuine Makita spare when you need a direct replacement — it’s a small, purpose-built component that gets the guard/riving-knife action back to factory behavior and is one of those essential power tool parts you don’t want to improvise.
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