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15-30 minutes
It is an authentic part that is supplied by the original manufacturer. The assembly is utilized on Lawn Boy and Toro lawn mowers. The switch provides a user with an ability to turn off the engine. Over time it may develop electrical or mechanical issues eventually requiring a replacement. Note, this high-quality plastic body switch housing assembly is sold as an individual component. To ensure the correct installation of the new part, refer to the appropriate diagrams and the owner's manual of your model. Replacing it is a simple task that should only require a wrench set to remove the old and attach the new.
Switch Housing Assembly 117-5975
OEM part for: Toro, Lawn Boy
Part Number: 117-5975
$20.90
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This Switch Housing Assembly will fit the following 77 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
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This is the official OEM part for the following brands:
- Lawn Boy
- Toro
This item works with the following types of products:
- Lawn Mower
This part replaces obsolete part #: 108-8161
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new shut off switch
part was exactly what I needed. Just like the original.
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December 6, 2021
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Easy repair
Excellent service!!! Got the exact part I ordered and the repair was quick and simple. A great thanks to the instruction someone previously provided on the site… thanks a bunch!!
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August 2, 2021
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Simple and efficient
Great response time! Part was exactly what I needed!
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May 18, 2020
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Easy Repair!!
Old switch housing was broken, quickly received my new component from EreplacementParts and it was about as easy as swapping out a light bulb! Great service- Thanks!!
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May 9, 2020
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Exactly what I needed
Works perfectly on my Toro Timemaster. The old switch broke off and this wasn't the perfect replacement
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August 31, 2019
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exact replacement, fits like a glove
The switch arrived fast and I had no problems installing it.
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August 26, 2019
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Easy To Fix, Part Was Exact
Great Seller,Quick Shipping,Will Buy From Again
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June 25, 2019
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Pleasant Surprise
I had no problem installing the replacement switch myself; took me 20 minutes. And it’s working perfectly.
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June 8, 2019
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Switch Housing Assembly
Very easy to install. Took about less than 30 minutes. The switch works perfectly.
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June 4, 2019
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easy repair
Quick delivery and easy installation
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April 22, 2019
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won't start
Richard - April 14, 2019
👍 3 of 3 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Nutdriver
Parts Used
Removed existing "Kill Switch" assembly.
Installed replacement assembly'
EUREKA !!!!
all is well..............
Installed replacement assembly'
EUREKA !!!!
all is well..............
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The lawnmower stop switch broke.
Ingrid - November 1, 2017
👍 5 of 7 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set
Parts Used
1. Removed the screw on the front of the mower to disconnect the wire and unplugged the connection on the side of the mower on the side.
2. Unscrewed the nut on the handle to completely remove the old switch.
3. Hooked up the connection on the side of the mower and re-connected the wire screwing it back onto the front of the mower.
4. Reinstalled the new switch onto the handle where the old one was by tightening the bolt to secure the new switch
***NOTE: The self-propel cable is threaded alongside the switch. When you loosen the nut to take off the old switch make sure to take slack out of the self-propel cable when you install the new switch otherwise, the self-propel will not engage.***
2. Unscrewed the nut on the handle to completely remove the old switch.
3. Hooked up the connection on the side of the mower and re-connected the wire screwing it back onto the front of the mower.
4. Reinstalled the new switch onto the handle where the old one was by tightening the bolt to secure the new switch
***NOTE: The self-propel cable is threaded alongside the switch. When you loosen the nut to take off the old switch make sure to take slack out of the self-propel cable when you install the new switch otherwise, the self-propel will not engage.***
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Lawn mower engine kill switch broke
Richard - June 6, 2017
👍 5 of 7 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Wrench Set
Parts Used
1. Removed original switch from mower handle by removing nut with closed end wrench.
2. Removed ground wire from engine ground screw with screwdriver.
3. Removed positive wire at connector socket with lead to coil.
4. Original wire removed from mower, new replacement installed using screw & nut for handle, ground screw to reattach new ground wire, and reconnect lead wire to coil wire using connector socket.
2. Removed ground wire from engine ground screw with screwdriver.
3. Removed positive wire at connector socket with lead to coil.
4. Original wire removed from mower, new replacement installed using screw & nut for handle, ground screw to reattach new ground wire, and reconnect lead wire to coil wire using connector socket.
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Baffle broke; on/off switch failed
Keith - June 14, 2023
👍 2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set, Wrench Set
removed old baffle & installed new one.
removed old switch & installed new one
removed old switch & installed new one
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Lawn mower power off switch wasn’t working and belt was torn off and wasn’t engaging blades.
Ivan - July 27, 2021
👍 2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Power Drill, Socket set, Wrench Set
Disconnect switch from two spots the red tab and a grounded screw.
Untighten bolt from switch
Connect back the wires and bolt
Untighten bolt from switch
Connect back the wires and bolt
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On off switch got caught on a fence and broke
Erik - August 30, 2020
👍 2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Power Drill, Nutdriver, Socket
Parts Used
take old on off switch off, unbolt ground wire from engine head bolt.
Route and install the new on off switch as the old one came off and bolt wire to head bolt.
Route and install the new on off switch as the old one came off and bolt wire to head bolt.
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Broken off switch housing.
Sean - August 21, 2020
👍 2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set
Parts Used
Removed wires remounted switch. Worked great.
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ignition switch wouldn't shut off mower
TOM - January 17, 2020
👍 2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
1-2 hours
Tools Used
Socket set, tool to cut plastic ties
Parts Used
Followed old wires and cut off plastic ties to remove old switch. Hooked up ground wire and connected other wire, put on new plastic ties.
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Switch housing and brake cable
Myrtle - June 20, 2019
👍 2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
1-2 hours
Tools Used
Wrench Set, None
Switch housing cable and brake cable. Followed instructions on Google.
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Stop switch was inoperable.
Robert - June 6, 2018
👍 2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Adjustable Wrench
Parts Used
Removed old switch and replaced with a new one. Easy
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