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10035504-1-M-MTD-954-05040-Lawn Mower Belt
Part Location Diagram of 954-05040 MTD Lawn Mower Belt
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Replacing your MTD Lawn Tractor Lawn Mower Belt
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Part Location Diagram of 954-05040 MTD Lawn Mower Belt Replacing your MTD Lawn Tractor Lawn Mower Belt

Lawn Mower Belt 954-05040

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ERP Number:
ERP10035504
Part Number:
954-05040
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This ground drive belt is for lawn tractors. The ground drive belt turns the transmission pulley to move the tractor.

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Troubleshooting

This part works with the following brands:
  • MTD
  • Craftsman
  • Yard Machines
  • Cub Cadet
  • Troy-Bilt
  • Murray
  • Yard Man
  • Bolens
  • Husky
  • Poulan
This part works with the following products:
  • Lawn Tractor
  • Lawn Mower
  • Lawn Tractor Accessories
  • Engine
Part# 954-05040 replaces these:
754-0241, 754-0241A, 754-04057, 754-05040, 954-0241A, 954-04057, 954-05040, 954-05040-CM, OEM-754-0241, OEM-754-0241A,

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Correct part but not the one I needed
I received the belt in a timely manner and it was the belt I ordered but it was not the belt I needed to fix the issue. In other words I ordered the belt that was recommended in the trouble shooting but it didn't fix the issue. I needed the deck belt instead and that one fixed the issue where my riding mower would not move forward or in reverse. The belts listed on this site are the correct belts for the Sears Craftsman rear engine riding lawnmower model No. 247-290001.
Guest - May 13, 2019
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Works fine great deal
Grant - May 20, 2019
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Good product right fit
I ordered drive belts for my mtd mower. The belts shipped promptly and arrived when when estimated. My mower drive system is working properly again. I've ordered several products from e replacement parts and they always have what I need
Guest - June 7, 2019
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Correct parts
All good great job
Guest - June 27, 2019
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worked as expected
The belt is what I ordered and the right one came in and pretty quick also!!
Perry - July 10, 2019
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Good quality belt -worked great
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Easy, fit right!
Replacement parts were easy and work good!
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You are very helpful but now I need some help on how to tighten my belt on the lawnmower MTD
You are very helpful but now I need some help on how to tighten my belt on the lawnmower MTD
Guest - August 5, 2022
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The part work good and it was a pretty easy repair
arrived in good time and fit good
Roger - September 14, 2025
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thanks worked great.
was in perfect condition.
Guest - August 10, 2019
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Trying to buy 2 drive belts for this Troy Built tractor. Can only find one , the large one. can't find the small one in parts. Can you help?
Larry For model number 13AN77TG766 - May 17, 2022

Hello Larry, Thank you for your inquiry. We have researched the model number that you have provided and the smaller 35 inch belt is part# 954-05040 and the larger drive belt is part# 954-04001A. We hope this helps and if you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!

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looking for model number of the small belt that is in between the battery and on top of the axle
Robert For model number 13an775s000 - April 27, 2023

Hi Robert, Thank you for your question. The part number for the belt is 954-05040. We hope this helps!

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This is a 38 inch Bolens riding mower. I need the drive belts can you give me the part numbers so I may order them? Thanks Ron
Ron For model number 13AM761F065 - January 11, 2023

Hello Ron, Thank you for contacting us. We have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is Part Number: 954-05040 and Part Number: 954-04001A for the Drive Belts. Thank you for your inquiry, good luck with this repair!

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What size replacement belt will I need
Hal For model number Cmxgram1130036 craftsman T110 - March 9, 2023

Hi Hal, Thank you for your question. There are 3 belts listed for your lawn tractor. The part number listed under your model number for the blade belt is 954-04060C. It measures approximately 96.5 inches long by 0.5 inches wide. The part number listed for the short drive belt that connects to the transmission is 954-05040. It measures approximately 35.25 inches long by 0.656 inches wide. The part number listed for the longer drive belt is 954-04249A. It measures approximately 70.9 inches long by 0.656 inches wide. If you would like to place an order for these parts, please call our customer service line and anyone will be happy to assist you. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Part numbers for upper and lower drive belts
Jerry For model number 13w1762f065 - March 7, 2023

Hi Jerry, Thank you for your question. The part number listed under your model number for the upper drive belt is 954-05040. The part number for the lower drive belt is 954-04249A. If you would like to place an order for these parts, please call our customer service line and anyone will be happy to assist you. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Upper,lower drive and deck belt numbers
John For model number Bolens 13am762f765 - May 15, 2022

Hello John, thank you for writing. V- Belt 954-04062 This is the main belt that drives the blades and is 1/2-Inch by 77 1/2-Inch. The Belt 954-04001A is the Belt that connects to the Transmission and allows mower to drive and is 5/8-Inch by 69-Inch. The Short Belt 954-05040 is the Shorter Belt which connects to the Transmission and allows mower to drive and is 35-1/4 inch. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Broken and worn drive belts on a Troy Built Pony Lawn Tractor.

Dennis from Imperial, California

76 of 76 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
954-05040, 954-04001A
Watched the You Tube video by eReplacementParts on how to remove and replace worn drive belts on a Troy Built Pony Lawn Tractor. Repair tips were also helpful.
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Drive belt and transmission drive belt

Daryl from Randolph, Wisconsin

25 of 25 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Difficult
Total Repair Time:
More than 2 hours
Tools:
Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
954-05040, 954-04001A
I had to use a impact gun to get pulley off transmission no way to hold pulley, everything else pretty basic. Would not attempt if your not mechanically inclined. Put lawn tractor on stands and just look at drive system real good or take pictures before you start .
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Drive belts were in rough shape and were slipping

Jeff from Dracut, Massachusetts

23 of 23 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
954-05040, 954-04001A
Belts went on great!
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Belts worn

Bruce from Rhome, Texas

13 of 13 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Difficult
Total Repair Time:
1- 2 hours
Tools:
Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
954-04060C, 954-05040, 954-04001A, 732-04280B
Removed the mower deck. removed the battery. Removed the belt retainer from the engine pulley. Removed the primary drive belt. Removed the transaxle drive spring and removed the transaxle top pulley and removed the secondary drive belt. Removed the variable speed pulley and lubed it with WD40. Reinstalled the variable speed pulley. Reinst alled the secondary belt and reinstalled the transaxle pulley. Reinstalled the transaxle drive spring. Reinstalled the primary drive belt. Removed and replaced the mower deck belt and removed and sharpened and reinstalled the blades. Reinstalled the mower deck and reinstalled the engine belt retainer.
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Drive belt broke, driveshaft pulley loosened and fell off

Michael from WHITES CREEK, Tennessee

10 of 10 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
More than 2 hours
Tools:
Pliers, Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
954-04249A, 954-05040, 747-04857
I was a bit skeptical concerning this repair as operator\'s manual for 2010 Troy-Bilt pony lawn tractor suggests replacing drive belt be done by authorized Troy-Bilt repair station. However I watched Ereplacementparts video on YouTube (replacing drive belt on Troy-Bilt pony) and it was such a thorough video (kudos to Mark) that I decided to do repair by myself. I did view video multiple times and did call to speak with salesperson (MaKayla) who was very helpful in determining parts which I needed and actually corrected me on a replacement belt keeper part number. Actual taking deck off and replacing both drive and transmission belts took approximately 3-4 hrs as I tried to be as methodical as possible. Video gave me a great tip for removing tension springs, that is tying a rope and pulling them loose which I might not have figured out on my own! I had to replace bolt which holds main driveshaft pulley on engine which necessitated ordering parts this time online, but the exploded parts diagrams made this very easy and all parts actually arrived in 3-4 days time which I thought exceptional! I tried out mower this morning and it seems to operate as good as new, time will tell, but I must say that your company has been very thorough and on top of things, thanks much for all the help and reasonable pricing! Repair video was just outstanding and company service is excellent.
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Squirrels broke my drive belt

David from Florissant, Colorado

10 of 10 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
1- 2 hours
Parts Used:
954-05040
1. Had to disconnect the battery and remove it.
2. Used 7/8\" crows foot wrench to remove nut from drive pulley
3. Installed the new belt, used a prybar to move the tensioner.
4. Retightened the 7/8\" nut.
5. Reinstalled the battery supports and the battery.
6. Started the mower and finished mowing the lawn.
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All belts were worn out from age.would not spin blades or pull me up a hill.

Edward from Davenport, Iowa

7 of 7 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
1- 2 hours
Tools:
Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
954-05040, 954-04001A, 954-04062
First I had to raise the rear of the tractor an remove the rear wheels. Remove the bearing cap an bearings from bottom pulley. Remove nut on top rear pulley both at rear of tractor. Then I removed the spring tensioner from the drive belt.Remove old belt an thread new belt up an around front pulley on motor that way you don\'t have to remo ve pulley on motor. Put the new belt on pulley and replace pulleys. Attach tensioner spring. Put wheels back on.To install new cut belt I just had to remove two pulley guards an remove one tensioner pulley.The pulley was held on with a nut an bolt, both very easy to get at. Remove old and replace new. Remember placement of belt to insure proper placement.The belt will fit in other ways but will only work in proper direction.Oops.Replace one pulley and pulley guards.No need to remove any springs in this application. You are ready to cut. The hole process took about 1-1/2 hours. It is best to have 3/8 an 1/4 inch socket sets.The 1/4 inch set works best on the cut deck.
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Replaced deck belts, transmission belt, drive belt, and blades

Paul from Conyers, Georgia

4 of 4 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
More than 2 hours
Tools:
Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
954-04060C, 954-05040, 954-04001A, 942-0616A
Removed deck and replaced parts. I watched the very informative videos on the ereplacementparts website and don\'t think I would have been able to complete the project without them. They where great.
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Lawn Mower Drive belts slipping,

Buford from Berea, Kentucky

4 of 4 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable), Wrench set
Parts Used:
954-04060C, 954-05040, 954-04001A, 732-04280B, 723-04025
1. Watch video on YouTube.
2. Remove deck.
3. Remove Battery.
4. Remove drive belts.
5. Install new drive belts.
6. Reinstall Battery.
7. Reinstall deck.
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Drive belt worn and tensioning idler spring broke

Gary from Jacksonville, Florida

3 of 3 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
954-05040, 732-04306
Removed battery box to access repair. Removed large sheave to install belt and then re-installed sheave with belt on it. Jacked side of tractor and removed right side rear wheel for access. Installed tension spring. Used pry bar to push idler in enough to get belt on. Put it all back together and went to mow the yard.
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Model Cross Reference

This part works with the following models:
ERP Number: ERP10035504
Manufacturer Part Number: 954-05040
Brand Model Number Description
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