Medium
15-30 minutes
This replacement drive cable is a high-quality OEM sourced item that is specially made for Husqvarna walk-behind lawn mowers. The drive cable connects the handle drive control lever to the transmission and engages the transmission to move the mower when you pull the drive lever up. Replace the drive cable if it's broken or frozen up inside the sheath and your lawn mower won’t move. Please note this durable rubber insulated metal drive cable is sold individually.
Cable Drive 581952101
OEM part for: Husqvarna
Part Number: 581952101
$27.40
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This item works with the following types of products:
- Lawn Mower Parts
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Cable for drive broke at the deck
steve - May 23, 2017
👍 4 of 5 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Socket set
Parts Used
Removed the old cable, then installed the new one in reverse order
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Clutch cable, for the mower 4-wheel drive, broke.
Victor - October 25, 2021
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Medium
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Wrench Set, Torx screwdriver
Parts Used
Removed broken cable, replaced it with the new one. Replacement comprises these steps: 1) Unplug the ignition wire from the spark plug; 2) Slowly pull the starter cord until resistance of the compression stroke is felt (indicating the valves are closed; 3) Tip the mower onto it's side such that the side with the carburetor and air filter is facing up (muffler side faces down); 4) squeeze the retention tabs on the strain relief grommet where the clutch cable enters the mower deck - wiggle and pull the grommet to release it from the mower deck - requires long-reach pliers to reach the tabs from the underside - pay attention to how the end of the clutch cable fits into the clutch actuator; 5) Use a Torx screwdriver to unscrew the clutch handle assembly from the handlebar, which also opens the body of the assembly, to release the other end of the clutch cable; 6) Install the new clutch cable in reverse order. It may be helpful to lubricate the retention tabs of the strain relief grommet (I used silicone gel) to make it easier to insert it into the hole in the mower deck. Adjust the length of the cable casing by turning the barrel where the clutch cable meets the clutch handle assembly such that the clutch engages when the handle is pulled, and releases when the handle is released.
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Lawn mower power assist cable broke
Donald - August 2, 2016
👍 2 of 3 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Socket set, Nutdriver
Parts Used
1. Removed the old cable.
2. Installed the new cable.
2. Installed the new cable.
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Lawn mower drive cable broke.
James - November 5, 2018
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Adjustable Wrench
Parts Used
Removed the broken cable and threaded the new cable through the mower deck.
Some difficulty hooking the cable end to the drive box, very close quarters.
Adjusted the tension on the cable.
Tested the power drive.
Works great.
Some difficulty hooking the cable end to the drive box, very close quarters.
Adjusted the tension on the cable.
Tested the power drive.
Works great.
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Steel cable that activates the drive wheels had snapped
Robert - October 2, 2018
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Needle Nose Pliers
Parts Used
Removed old cable. Installed new cable.
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Drive cable broke from age and use.
HENRY - December 17, 2017
👍 1 of 2 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Allen set screw wrench
Parts Used
Removed the drive paddles from the handle. Note the small springs that keeps tension on paddle handles. Cut the zip ties holding cables together. Used long needle nose pliers to compress plastic clip from the underneath of mower deck. The clip holds the cable secure through mower deck. Unhook S shapes hook at end of cable located at the transmission. Reverse progress to assemble. Process is very easy if you take note of how it is assembled as you break it all down.
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Drive cable broken
Patrick - September 26, 2017
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Socket set, Wrench Set, Pinchers
Parts Used
Took back wheel to see attachment area better
Removed old cable - had to cut old cable as it was a little difficult removing at first
New drive cable went in very easy
Attach new cable to bottom drive shaft
Refit cable head to handle bar drive control. Mower ready to go again.
Removed old cable - had to cut old cable as it was a little difficult removing at first
New drive cable went in very easy
Attach new cable to bottom drive shaft
Refit cable head to handle bar drive control. Mower ready to go again.
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Self powered lawnmower actuating cable broke
Joseph - October 4, 2016
👍 4 of 8 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set, Wrench Set
Parts Used
Using appropriate wrench remove old cable from control handle and thread new cable in brackets where old cable was removed ( note placement of old cable within control handle before detaching.. the inside of the handle contains the 2 squeeze triggers for determining your walking speed) very easy change out simple remove and replace.
Underside repair- Depending on which side the mower is to be turned gas or oil will leak out. remove all dirt and grass and .note position of spring and cable attachment ( take picture with camera ( phone) to help in reassembly ).
1- removed gas from tank and turned mower on side. 2- removed mower blade and belt guards.3- some mowers require removing drive wheels to expose screws holding belt guards as this makes it much easier to remove/replace screws( recommended-only one nut holds the wheel on) 4- remove blade hub if required to relieve belt tension and release tension on axle drive to disconnect old cable ( use screwdriver to push in expandable connector from under mower deck) be sure to note placement of connector to belt guard before removing. don't lose spring and reuse.
5- after removing,replace old cable by pushing end of new cable through hole ( end will expand and lock in place. replace spring in former location and connect end of new cable where original was located in belt guard. replace blade hub and belt if removed and reattach all guards in reverse order from disassembly.
6- replace blade and tighten to recommended torque. replace wheels if removed and return mower to upright position. Refill gas tank and check oil for proper level.
7- the top of the cable can be turned by hand to adjust the cable if additional tension is needed for walking speed.
Underside repair- Depending on which side the mower is to be turned gas or oil will leak out. remove all dirt and grass and .note position of spring and cable attachment ( take picture with camera ( phone) to help in reassembly ).
1- removed gas from tank and turned mower on side. 2- removed mower blade and belt guards.3- some mowers require removing drive wheels to expose screws holding belt guards as this makes it much easier to remove/replace screws( recommended-only one nut holds the wheel on) 4- remove blade hub if required to relieve belt tension and release tension on axle drive to disconnect old cable ( use screwdriver to push in expandable connector from under mower deck) be sure to note placement of connector to belt guard before removing. don't lose spring and reuse.
5- after removing,replace old cable by pushing end of new cable through hole ( end will expand and lock in place. replace spring in former location and connect end of new cable where original was located in belt guard. replace blade hub and belt if removed and reattach all guards in reverse order from disassembly.
6- replace blade and tighten to recommended torque. replace wheels if removed and return mower to upright position. Refill gas tank and check oil for proper level.
7- the top of the cable can be turned by hand to adjust the cable if additional tension is needed for walking speed.
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cable for wheel drive broken
James - August 9, 2022
👍 0 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set, Wrench Set, Nutdriver
Parts Used
Took old ones off and replaced them with new ones.
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