Part Location Diagram of 531170601 Husqvarna Front Baffle
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Front Baffle 531170601

Manufactured by:
Husqvarna
ERP Number:
ERP17016483
Part Number:
531170601
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Product Description

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Keep your mower running at its best with this genuine replacement baffle, made specifically for Craftsman riding lawn mowers and garden tractors. This high-quality plastic part fits under the mower deck and helps direct grass clippings smoothly out of the discharge chute, giving you a cleaner, more even cut. Built for durability and a precise fit, this baffle is sold individually. Please note that the mounting hardware is not included and must be purchased separately. To ensure proper installation, we recommend checking your model’s diagram for the exact location and fit. Whether you're replacing a worn part or doing seasonal maintenance, this baffle is a smart choice to keep your mower performing like new.

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Troubleshooting

This part works with the following brands:
  • Husqvarna
  • Craftsman
  • Poulan
  • Jonsered
  • Ariens
  • Weed Eater
  • RedMax
This part works with the following products:
  • Lawn Mower
  • Lawn Tractor
Part# 531170601 replaces these:
403149, 532403149,

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Broken baffle

Charlie from Dallas, Texas

11 of 11 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Wrench set
Parts Used:
531170601
Just simply remove the the bolts and nuts from the broken baffle. Then use the same bolts and nuts to install the new baffle.
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Baffle plates worn loose on front of deck

Phillip from Tuscaloosa, Alabama

5 of 5 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Socket set
Parts Used:
531170701, 531170601
The parts came in a couple days after ordered and they bolted right up like a factory fit. Only tool needed was a 1/2 inch deep well socket and two minutes to install
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Bent mower deck.

Roger from Warsaw, Missouri

3 of 3 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
1. Removed the mower deck.
2. Removed the pulleys, removed the mandrel housing, removed the baffles, removed the clean out attachment
3. Reinstalled the mandrel housing, the pulleys, the baffles, clean out the attachment on the new mower deck.
4. Reinstalled the new mower deck.
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Bent baffle

Dick from Covington, Louisiana

3 of 3 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable)
Parts Used:
531170601, 596136401
Remove bolts holding the bent baffle to the deck. Then use the same bolts to attach the new one.
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Remove and replace baffle

William from Parkland, Pennsylvania

2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Wrench set
Parts Used:
531170601
Remove the bolts from the damaged baffle, then just bolt the new one on.
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Baffle had broken

sallie from bear branch, Kentucky

2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
531170601
Just remove the bolts holding the old baffle on and remove it. Then use the some bolts to install the new one.
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bent the old baffle mowing

Charles from Prosper, Texas

1 person found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Wrench (Adjustable), Wrench set
Parts Used:
531170601, 596136401
The baffle is easy to replace. Best to remove the deck to give you more operating room (Husqvarna YTH22V46). remove the two lock bolts holding the Baffle on and replace the new baffle with new locking nuts. Slide the deck under the tractor and hool up the deck.
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I had damaged the part driving off pavement. i will watch this from now on.

Kenneth from Shelbyville, Tennessee

1 person found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
531170601, 596136401, 596040501
I had done this repair before. I have a lawn tractor lift. This worked great.
Ken
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Mounting bolt tab broke off.

Bill from FRUITPORT, Michigan

0 of 1 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
531170601
Lowered the deck
Removed a broken bolt
Installed the baffle
Reinstalled the deck
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The baffle was worn out and become detached

Rick from Chattanooga, Tennessee

0 of 1 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Socket set
Parts Used:
531170601
1. With some difficulty, due to where and age, remove (2) carriage bolts
2. Bolt near discharge was the difficult one, due to location/, next to scalp wheel support
3. Recommend using \"vise grips\" to secure, as the stay had rusted
4. Coated with \"WD40\" and installed new baffle using original bolts
5. LOL, Harde st part is laying on the ground sideways, use a ramp if you can,
6. Back in action in about 10 minutes.
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