DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the front wheel on a Craftsman lawn mower. The most common reason for replacing the lawn mower wheel are when it is worn-out or damaged and the mower isn’t cutting evenly.
All of the information for this lawn mower wheel replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
MTD, Yard Machines, Yard-Man, Craftsman, Troy-Bilt, Huskee, Bolens, Montgomery Wards, MasterCut, Cub Cadet
Tools needed: flat-head screwdriver, 9/16 inch nut driver
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Before you replace a front wheel on your lawn mower first make sure the engine has cooled.
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Next, you should remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.
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Now lift up the front of the mower and support it.
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Use a flat-head screwdriver to help pry off the wheel cover from the wheel you’re replacing.
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Now use a 9/16th inch socket to help loosen the mounting nut then unthread the nut and remove the old wheel.
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Install the new front wheel by sliding it on the axle.
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Rethread the mounting nut and tighten.
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Align the wheel cover and snap it into place.
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With the repair completed reattach the wire and boot to the spark plug and your lawn mower should be ready for use.