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15-30 minutes
This item is sourced directly from the original equipment manufacturer. It is specially designed for use with Poulan and Husqvarna riding lawn mowers and garden tractors. The idler pulley helps to apply tension on the belt. Over time it may wear out or get damaged eventually requiring a replacement. It is made of high-quality material and is sold individually. Check the diagrams of your model for the exact location and the correct installation of this part. You will need a wrench to remove and secure the hardware that holds the idler pulley.
Pulley Idler 532196106
OEM part for: Husqvarna, Poulan, Craftsman, Jonsered
Part Number: 532196106
$26.14
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This Pulley Idler will fit the following 1097 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
Husqvarna
Poulan
Craftsman
Jonsered
Show More Compatible ModelsThis item works with the following types of products:
- Lawn Mower Parts
- Lawn Tractor Parts
- Trimmer Parts
This part replaces obsolete part #: 196106, 197379, 496106, 5321973-79, 532197379
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Exact fit
The part came in decent time, it was an exact fit and looked exactly like it did in the pictures
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November 10, 2023
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Arrived in a just a few days and was the correct part . Time will tell on the quality of the part .
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October 26, 2023
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Idler for j
My neighbor needed help and I knew where to find the parts you never fail to deliver
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May 25, 2023
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The right part at the right price
Easy to order on the website. I appreciate the diagrams to help determine the correct part number. The right part was delivered quickly and I'm mowing the lawn once again.
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September 21, 2022
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Exact fit!!
Was as expected love eReplacementparts for all our needs! Thank you
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August 31, 2022
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replace idler pully on deck
part is correct easy install without removing deck
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June 25, 2022
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Part was what I needed. They got it to me quick. I will definitely recommend and will use for future projects.
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June 22, 2022
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June 22, 2022
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this part fit perfectly
good part and it came in ok on time.
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September 13, 2021
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Perfect replacement
Fit exactly as it should, arrived in good condition upgraded shipping and received quickly as I would have expected.
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August 4, 2021
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Does this fit my product?Questions & Answers for Pulley Idler
I am asking about the idler pully listed here as part number 532196106. It says it will fit my model number but I don't see that model number on the list of models this part number fits . The largest diameter of the pully is 5.1/4 does that sound right for this part ? I didn't measure the diameter that the belt itself rides on.
Kurt buckler
for model number 917.203820
asked on 2022-03-03
Hello Kurt, thank you for writing. This pulley is exactly 6 inches in diameter according to the 1 inch grid behind the part. Using your model, we find two idler pulleys, one that is labeled Ground Drive Idler Pulley Flat 9 ( 3-3/4 inches) part number 19532194327. The other is labeled Ground Drive Fixed Idler Pulley V Groove ( 3-3/4 inches) part number 532194326. We hope this helps.
eReplacementParts Team March 03, 2022
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Bearings failed on Idler pulley on mower deck
Freeman - October 26, 2016
👍 11 of 11 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Wrench Set
Parts Used
1. Lowered deck height to ground level
2. Released tension on blade drive belt
3. Removed belt from bad idler pulley
4. Used 9/16 end wrench to remove nut from bolt holding idler pulley onto bracket. Bolt will drop out of bracket if not pushed upward. It is a carriage bolt that has flats to hold it in place while loosening or tightening the nut.
5. Replaced old idler with replacement idler pulley
6. Tightened up nut on bolt holding on new idler pulley. Must hold bolt into bracket so flats make contact while tightening nut
7. Installed belt back onto new idler pulley
8. Rotated belt on deck assembly by hand to check alignment and fit
9. Put tension back onto deck drive belt, checked alignment again
10. Raised deck and went back to mowing grass. Total repair time under 20 minutes
2. Released tension on blade drive belt
3. Removed belt from bad idler pulley
4. Used 9/16 end wrench to remove nut from bolt holding idler pulley onto bracket. Bolt will drop out of bracket if not pushed upward. It is a carriage bolt that has flats to hold it in place while loosening or tightening the nut.
5. Replaced old idler with replacement idler pulley
6. Tightened up nut on bolt holding on new idler pulley. Must hold bolt into bracket so flats make contact while tightening nut
7. Installed belt back onto new idler pulley
8. Rotated belt on deck assembly by hand to check alignment and fit
9. Put tension back onto deck drive belt, checked alignment again
10. Raised deck and went back to mowing grass. Total repair time under 20 minutes
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The bearing in the drive belt idler pulley had come apart
January - June 6, 2017
👍 4 of 4 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Wrench Set
We have 2 riding lawn mowers. One had an electrical issue that I felt needed to go to the repair shop for proper diagnostics. It was there for over 2 months only to have a switch replaced. They also rebuilt the front end, which we did not request.
So, When the 2nd mower threw a Belt, I thought simply replacing the belt was the solution until I found the idler pulley missing. I immediately went to eReplacementParts.com, found my mower by manufacturer and model number, ordered the parts I needed and had them delivered within 5 days. Within 30 minutes after the parts were delivered, I had repaired the mower and went about mowing the yard. I needed no instruction, I simply looked at the parts schematic and could see exactly how it went together. Pulleys are not a challenge. Thanks eReplacementParts.com, looks like no more wasting time and money at the "professional" lawn mower shop. For most repairs, these guys have the solution!
MsMotors
So, When the 2nd mower threw a Belt, I thought simply replacing the belt was the solution until I found the idler pulley missing. I immediately went to eReplacementParts.com, found my mower by manufacturer and model number, ordered the parts I needed and had them delivered within 5 days. Within 30 minutes after the parts were delivered, I had repaired the mower and went about mowing the yard. I needed no instruction, I simply looked at the parts schematic and could see exactly how it went together. Pulleys are not a challenge. Thanks eReplacementParts.com, looks like no more wasting time and money at the "professional" lawn mower shop. For most repairs, these guys have the solution!
MsMotors
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Idler pulley sealed bearing failed and pulley was thrown.
Michael - April 19, 2016
👍 4 of 5 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Socket set, Wrench Set
Parts Used
Original pulley inner race was frozen onto shaft. Let penetrating oil seep for about 20 minutes and worked it off using adjustable pliers. Coated inner surface of new pulley bearing with anti-seize and installed onto shaft. Lubricated remaining pulley bearings that had grease fittings and looped belt onto pulleys and ops checked.
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Idler bearing worn out
Gino - June 21, 2018
👍 3 of 4 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set, Wrench Set
Parts Used
Removed the mower deck to get access to the idler. had difficulty driving the mounting bolt out of the idler without damaging the bolt. Used never-seez on the bolt when installing.
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Blade drive belt was vibrating and lawn had a poor cut.
Tim - August 17, 2022
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Socket set
Parts Used
1. Dropped mowing deck from tractor
2. Moved deck to open area to work on
3. Removed and replaced both idler pulleys on deck.
One of the old pulleys had a thumping feel to it
when pulley was spun in my hand.
4. Reinstalled mower deck
Successful Repair
2. Moved deck to open area to work on
3. Removed and replaced both idler pulleys on deck.
One of the old pulleys had a thumping feel to it
when pulley was spun in my hand.
4. Reinstalled mower deck
Successful Repair
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Bad bearing
Donald - July 20, 2022
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set, Wrench Set, no other
Remove old puller replaced with the new ones.
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Mowing deck idler pulleys fail as they are not greaseable. Lasted 7 seasons.
Allen - July 12, 2022
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Medium
Time
1-2 hours
Tools Used
Socket set, Wrench Set
Remove old idlers (3) and replaced with new. Greased blade pulley bearing and re assembled.
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Pulley broke.
Gary - July 7, 2022
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set, Wrench Set
Parts Used
Replaced pulley.
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Idler pully was locked up
Mike - May 24, 2022
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set
Parts Used
Release the tension bar on the deck so the belt is loose. Use a 9/16 socket to remove the bolt holding the pulley. The new pully does not come with a new bolt, which is ridiculous. Install the new pully and tighten. Tighten the belt by locking your tension bar. Done. Some have said they have removed the mower deck to do this job, I found no need to do it. Appx 45 min job, max
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Old pulley causing issues
Leslie - April 29, 2022
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set, Wrench Set, None
Parts Used
Removed the old after loosening belt; remove old and install new. Simple
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