How to Replace the Control Cable on a Troy-Bilt TB280ES Lawn Mower

  Order the control cable used in this article by clicking here.   Removing the Control Cable

1. Cut the cable ties

Use a pair of snips to cut the cable ties off of the mower handle.

2. Remove the cable end from the control bail

Simply unhook the end of the control cable from the control bail.

3. Remove the cable from the engine

Use a pair of pliers to squeeze the plastic tab to release it from the bracket.

Then unhook the other cable end from the motor.

4. Pull away the control cable

The cable will have one last connection on the middle of the handle, unhook this to completely remove the cable from the mower.

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  Installing the Control Cable

1. Re-hook the cable to the handle

Re-secure the cable to the handle by hooking it back into position.

2. Replace the bent-end of the cable to the engine

Slide the bent end back into the engine bracket.

Then snap the housing back into the other bracket.

3. Insert the other cable end to the control bail

Slide the other end of the cable to the top control bail handle.

4. Secure it to the handle with some zip ties

You'll want to finalize this repair by securing the loose control cable to the handle with some zip ties.

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  Conclusion See, wasn't that easy? You'd be surprised how much time and money you can continue to save by repairing your own products at home. Stay tuned for more Troy-Bilt repair articles and videos in the coming weeks. Need more parts? Shop for all Troy-Bilt lawn mower parts on our website.   [Back to Top]
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