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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairCub Cadet Snowblower Replace Wheel Drive Cable #946-05067
Cub Cadet Snowblower Replace Wheel Drive Cable #946-05067
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$25.49Estimated Savings
$112.5003:00
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the wheel drive cable (or control cable) on Cub Cadet snowblowers. The most common reason for replacing the drive cable is if it is broken, causing the snowblower wheels not to turn.
All of the information in this control cable replacement video is applicable to the following brands: MTD, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, Craftsman, Yard Machines, Yard-Man, Huskee
Tools used: 3/8” socket, 7/16” socket
All of the information in this control cable replacement video is applicable to the following brands: MTD, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, Craftsman, Yard Machines, Yard-Man, Huskee
Tools used: 3/8” socket, 7/16” socket
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the wheel drive cable on your snowblower first make sure the engine has cooled.
2
Next, remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.
3
We recommend you perform this procedure with little or no fuel in the tank.
4
Carefully tip the snowblower forward so it rests on the auger housing.
5
Use the 3/8th inch socket to remove the mounting bolts securing the frame cover.
6
Pull the cover off.
7
Use a 7/16th inch socket to remove the bolt securing the wheel drive cable roller.
8
Pull the bolt and roller off.
9
If still intact, detach the z-end of the old wheel drive cable from the handle lever and the spring end from the drive plate assembly.
10
You’re now ready to install the new wheel drive cable.
11
Hook the spring end onto the drive plate assembly and the z-end onto the handle lever.
12
Now slide the cable roller onto the bolt, thread the bolt into the bracket and tighten, making sure the new cable is aligned on the roller first.
13
Be aware you can adjust the tension on the new cable by repositioning the bracket.
14
With the new cable in place, realign the frame cover and replace the mounting bolts to secure.
15
Return the snowblower to its upright position.
16
Reattach the spark plug wire and boot refill the fuel tank. and your snowblower should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the wheel drive cable (or control cable) on Cub Cadet snowblowers. The most common reason for replacing the drive cable is if it is broken, causing the snowblower wheels not to turn.
All of the information in this control cable replacement video is applicable to the following brands: MTD, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, Craftsman, Yard Machines, Yard-Man, Huskee
Tools used: 3/8” socket, 7/16” socket
All of the information in this control cable replacement video is applicable to the following brands: MTD, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, Craftsman, Yard Machines, Yard-Man, Huskee
Tools used: 3/8” socket, 7/16” socket
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the wheel drive cable on your snowblower first make sure the engine has cooled.
2
Next, remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.
3
We recommend you perform this procedure with little or no fuel in the tank.
4
Carefully tip the snowblower forward so it rests on the auger housing.
5
Use the 3/8th inch socket to remove the mounting bolts securing the frame cover.
6
Pull the cover off.
7
Use a 7/16th inch socket to remove the bolt securing the wheel drive cable roller.
8
Pull the bolt and roller off.
9
If still intact, detach the z-end of the old wheel drive cable from the handle lever and the spring end from the drive plate assembly.
10
You’re now ready to install the new wheel drive cable.
11
Hook the spring end onto the drive plate assembly and the z-end onto the handle lever.
12
Now slide the cable roller onto the bolt, thread the bolt into the bracket and tighten, making sure the new cable is aligned on the roller first.
13
Be aware you can adjust the tension on the new cable by repositioning the bracket.
14
With the new cable in place, realign the frame cover and replace the mounting bolts to secure.
15
Return the snowblower to its upright position.
16
Reattach the spark plug wire and boot refill the fuel tank. and your snowblower should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
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$25.49
Total$0.00
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