Easy
15-30 minutes
It is a genuine OEM sourced part which is specially made for use with Yard-Man, MTD and Troy-Bilt walk-behind trimmers. This is an identical replacement for a missing or a faulty engagement cable that was installed on a new unit. It helps to engage the cutter head, please make sure to refer to the appropriate diagrams of your model for the correct location and application of this component. Keep in mind this high-quality rubber insulated engagement cable is sold individually.
Engagement Cable 946-1116A
OEM part for: Yard Man, Troy-Bilt, MTD
Part Number: 946-1116A
$40.06
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This part will fit the following 18 machines
Yard Man
25A-253N401 (2001) Trimmer View Diagrams & Manuals
25A-258L401 (2002) Trimmer View Diagrams & Manuals
25A-258L401 (2003) Trimmer View Diagrams & Manuals
25A-253D401 (2000) Edger View Diagrams & Manuals
25A-253N401 (2000) Edger View Diagrams & Manuals
Troy-Bilt
25A-258J766 (2005) Trimmer View Diagrams & Manuals
25A-258J766 (2004) Trimmer View Diagrams & Manuals
25A-256O063 (2002) 6.5hp View Diagrams & Manuals
25A-258D063 (2002) 5hp View Diagrams & Manuals
25A-258D063 (2003) 5hp View Diagrams & Manuals
25A-258J063 (2003) Trimmer View Diagrams & Manuals
MTD
25A-208G013 (2001) String Trimmer Mower View Diagrams & Manuals
25A-258H190 (2001) Lawn Mower View Diagrams & Manuals
25A-253D401 (2000) Edger View Diagrams & Manuals
25A-253N401 (2000) Edger View Diagrams & Manuals
25A-253N401 (2001) Wheeled Trimmer View Diagrams & Manuals
25A-258L401 (2002) Wheeled Trimmer View Diagrams & Manuals
25A-258L401 (2003) Wheeled Trimmer View Diagrams & Manuals
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This item works with the following types of products:
- Trimmer Parts
- Edger Parts
This part replaces obsolete part #: 746-1116, 746-1116A
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Easy repair, works as needed.
The cable was new, and in new condition. Works great. Very fast service.
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April 26, 2023
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Easy repair, worked as expected.
Arrived quickly, fit perfectly, and my mower works like new.
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October 28, 2022
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the right part
arrived quickly
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October 3, 2022
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Great part
Very satisfied, because of Covid 19 took little longer to receive the part. But still not but maybe 3-4 days. Feel they done a great job. The parts was the exact one I needed and arrived in perfect condition.
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September 15, 2020
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Great part
Working great! Arrived right on time.
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July 15, 2020
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Great service.
The part was perfect and the service was great.
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May 20, 2020
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Alls well that ends well u do good
Took 5min to install
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September 23, 2019
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Got the right part the first time. Easy to install.
Got help because I couldn’t find the part I needed. Service was great and he found the right part right away... I will recommend to all my friends and family... Thank You
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September 8, 2019
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Troy - Bilt cable
Part not available locally for this 16 year old wheeled trimmer. They had it here and it fit perfectly and worked.
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Old cable rusted and broke.
David - May 11, 2016
👍 5 of 6 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set, Wrench Set
Parts Used
The cable is simple to replace and reinstall the new one. You need to remove the plastic shroud to gain access to the cable belt attachment. And just install the new one like the old one was.
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Control cable frozen, belt worn
Patrick - June 26, 2023
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set, Punch
Parts Used
It was a learning process of trying to figure out what needed to come off to replace the belt
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The cable was rusted to where it would not work
Jim - August 16, 2019
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, None
Parts Used
Very simple fix.the cable that was sent by replacement parts worked perfect.we just had to route the cable as to where the old one came off.tie it down with a couple plastic ties.
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Cable froze up. None moveable
Joe - May 26, 2017
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Socket set
Parts Used
Like on of the contributors. I made notes on how and where the old cable was installed. Then installed the new cable in its place
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Engagement cable was broken
Jimmy - August 15, 2022
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Wrench Set
Removed cable. Install new cable and spring.
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Old cable was stuck.
Billy - July 25, 2017
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
Parts Used
Removed the old cable and installed the new one.
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Engagement cable frayed.
Blaine - May 14, 2017
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set
Parts Used
I noted how the old cable was attached. Then removed it and attached the new one.
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The engagement cable was broken.
ROBERT - June 23, 2017
👍 0 of 2 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Wrench Set
Parts Used
I removed the guard and cable then replaced the cable and reconnected the guard.
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