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30-60 minutes
This replacement drive cable also known as an operator presence or blade control cable is commonly utilized on MTD and Troy-Bilt walk-behind lawn mowers. The purpose of a drive cable is to stop the engine when the user lets go of the handle. When the cable is damaged or broken, the mower becomes temporarily inoperable so the cable needs to be replaced. Please note one rubber insulated drive cable is included per order. Replacing this part is pretty simple task that should only require a screwdriver to remove the cover.
Cable-control Ers 946-04438
OEM part for: MTD, Troy-Bilt
Part Number: 946-04438
$22.70
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This Cable-control Ers will fit the following 14 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
Troy-Bilt
MTD
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- Lawn Mower Parts
This part replaces obsolete part #: 746-04438
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June 4, 2020
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Worked perfect
I got the model number from my lawn mower and easily located the part on your web site. The part fit perfectly on my lawn mower I hade zero problems
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June 4, 2019
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Part received in a timely manner
I received the proper part in a timely manner and at a reasonable cost. I was able to get my machine running with no difficulty.
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May 2, 2023
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Easy to replace.
Lawnmower works like NEW. Thanks, shipping could be faster.
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October 21, 2019
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Broken cable.
John - May 5, 2016
👍 4 of 5 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Medium
Time
More than 2 hours
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Socket set, Wrench Set, Gear puller
Parts Used
The mower is a self propelled Troy built with a variable speed control. I had to dissemble the mowers drive wheels to access bolts securing plastic covers to install the speed cable. The speed unit is mounted on the engine shaft between the Blade and the deck. Of course, I had to remove the blade and blade adapter, this required a puller. There was no videos on face book so it was a learn as you go situation. To replace the cable I paid attention to the parts and their function . The speed control with 4 speeds is functioning exactly as it should.
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Cable was broke on the end
Charles - April 9, 2017
👍 3 of 5 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Medium
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
Parts Used
Removed old cable and connections
Installed new cable
Installed new cable
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drive engagement cable broke
Barry - May 4, 2020
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Medium
Time
1-2 hours
Tools Used
Pliers, Socket set, Wrench Set
Parts Used
1.Removed blade
2.Removed belt cover
3.loosend secondary cover/ unhooked spring w/ needle nose pliers
4.Cut off plastic cable retainers on OLD cable and removed
5.reattached NEW cable/ Be sure belt is still around pullies!!
6.Reassemble/adjust speed control cable per owners manual
2.Removed belt cover
3.loosend secondary cover/ unhooked spring w/ needle nose pliers
4.Cut off plastic cable retainers on OLD cable and removed
5.reattached NEW cable/ Be sure belt is still around pullies!!
6.Reassemble/adjust speed control cable per owners manual
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Had to replace the lower drive pulley assembly
mark - July 5, 2018
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set
Removed the blade, pulley cover, and cover attachment that was connected at both rear wheels, carefully aligned new parts, reassembled and tested, works great! Saved $80 in labor!!!
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