This drive cable is an original part from the MTD manufacturer. This part is constructed of metal and wiring encased in plastic. The drive cable is compatible with many lawn mower machines. This item fastens the control lever assembly to the mower transmission. When the drive lever is pulled upward, the mower transmission is engaged. This part is sold individually. A wrench is helpful in making the repair.
Cable-variable Spe 946-04655A
OEM part for: MTD, Troy-Bilt, Yard Man
Part Number: 946-04655A
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Compatibility
This part will fit the following 173 machines
MTD
Troy-Bilt
Yard Man
This item works with the following types of products:
- Lawn Mower Parts
- Lawn Tractor Parts
This part replaces obsolete part #: 946-04655
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The drive cable end broke off.
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Socket set
Parts Used
2. Remove the cover over the drive wheels.
3. Replace the cable.
4. Replace the cover over the drive wheels.
5. Connect the spark plug wire back.
Front wheel drive cable had broken.
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set
Parts Used
Removed front drive cable attachment.
Removed entire broken cable.
Replaced front drive cable attachment.
Attached rear cable attachment to control handle.
Lawn mower self-propel stopped working
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Socket set
Parts Used
2. Removed the cover from the front of the mower.
3. Disconnected both ends of the drive cable.
4. Installed the new cable.
5. Replaced the cover from the front of the mower.
6. Tested the self-propelled function.
Drive cable for self propelled lawnmower was broken.
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Socket set, Needle nose pliers
Parts Used
Lawn mower self propelling stopped working
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set
Parts Used
The drive cable broke
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Socket set
Parts Used
Cable broke
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
Cable broke
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set, None
Parts Used
Lost the front wheel drive
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Socket set
Parts Used
2. Removed screws (5) that hold the drive and transmission cover.
3. Rolled mower back upright.
4. Removed drive and transmission cover.
5. Cable broke right at the end attachment.
6. Snipped off plastic cable ties and removed old cable.
7. Installed new cable.
8. Adjusted new cable and reattached with plastic ties.
9. Replaced cover and secured with the same screws.
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