Part Location Diagram of 946-04397A MTD Speed Selector Cable
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Speed Selector Cable 946-04397A

Manufactured by:
MTD
ERP Number:
ERP9311757
Part Number:
946-04397A
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This part works with the following brands:
  • MTD
  • Craftsman
  • Yard Machines
  • Troy-Bilt
  • Yard Man
This part works with the following products:
  • Snow Blower
Part# 946-04397A replaces these:
746-04397, 746-04397A, 946-04397A, 946-04397A-CM,

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William For model number 31AS63EF700 - December 26, 2022

Hello William, 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: 946-04397A. We hope this helps, good luck with this repair!

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Need cable that attaches to the mtd 731-07131 shift lever.
Bill For model number 31AS2EE706 - May 8, 2022

Hello Bill, thank you for your question. We have the Auger Clutch Cable 946-04230B. The Cable is 47.23 inches long and is the cable helps to engage the auger. We also have Speed Selector Cable 946-04397A. The cable-brake attaches to the handle allowing a user to change the speed and is 23.5 inches in length. 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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The cable on the shift lever has broke. I do not see that part listed any place. Is it possible to get this cable.
Michael For model number 247.889571 - February 3, 2022

Hello Michael, thank you for your question. We have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is 946-04397A. This part attaches the speed control lever to the ground drive system in the unit. We hope this helps.

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Speed selector cable broke

John from Epsom, New Hampshire

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Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Pliers, Socket set
Parts Used:
946-04397A
Removed the broken cable from the top & the bottom of the snow blower. Put the new one on. The repair was very simple.
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Cable end snap.

Kevin from Levittown, Pennsylvania

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Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Wrench (Adjustable)
Parts Used:
946-04397A
1. Remove nut and bolt at the bottom adjustment clamp. Remove cable.
2. Remove upper end of cable out of control lever.
3. Install upper end of cable.
4. Install lower end at adjustment clamp.
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shift cable on snowblower broke

David from Old Forge, New York

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Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Wrench set
Parts Used:
946-04397A
removed the broken pieces of the old cable and replaced it with the new one. Could not have been any easier.
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SPEED SELECTOR CABLE BROKE

CHRIS from BAYFIELD, Colorado

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Total Repair Time:
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Tools:
Pliers
Parts Used:
946-04397A
REMOVED OLD CABLE&PIECES INSTALLED NEW CABLE
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Grear shift cable broke.

David from Antioch, Illinois

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Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
946-04397A
Removed bolts at the blower end of the cable.
Removed clip from handle end of cable.
Removed old cable.
Threaded cable though handle and replaced clip.
Attached cable at the blower end and bolted retainer back into place.
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Model Cross Reference

This part works with the following models:
ERP Number: ERP9311757
Manufacturer Part Number: 946-04397A
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