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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairCraftsman Lawn Mower Axle Replacement, Front #911-04143B
Craftsman Lawn Mower Axle Replacement, Front #911-04143B
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$32.99Estimated Savings
$112.5002:55
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the front axle on a Craftsman lawn mower. The most common reason for replacing the front axle is when it is damaged and the mower isn’t cutting evenly.
All of the information for this front axle replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
MTD, Craftsman, Yard-Man, Huskee, Yard Machines, Bolens, MasterCut, Murray, Troy-Bilt
Tools needed: flat-head screwdriver, 9/16 inch nut driver, large flat-head screwdriver
All of the information for this front axle replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
MTD, Craftsman, Yard-Man, Huskee, Yard Machines, Bolens, MasterCut, Murray, Troy-Bilt
Tools needed: flat-head screwdriver, 9/16 inch nut driver, large flat-head screwdriver
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the front axle on your lawn mower first make sure the engine has cooled.
2
Next, you should remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.
3
We recommend performing this procedure with little or no fuel in the tank.
4
Note the position of the front adjustment lever then lift up the front of the mower and support it.
5
Use a flat-head screwdriver to help pry off both front wheel covers.
6
Now use a 9/16th inch socket to help loosen the mounting nuts securing the front wheels.
7
Unthread the nuts and remove both wheels.
8
Carefully set the lawn mower on its side and use a large flat-head screwdriver to depress the retaining tabs holding the old axle in place.
9
Pull the old axle free.
10
You’re now ready to install the new front axle.
11
With the adjustment lever on the right side, align the new axle and snap it into place in the housing.
12
Return the mower to its upright position and support it.
13
Replace both wheels by sliding them onto the new axle.
14
Rethread the mounting nuts and tighten.
15
Align the wheel covers and snap them into place.
16
Remove the support and confirm that the adjustment lever is at the appropriate position.
17
With the repair completed reattach the wire and boot to the spark plug refill the fuel tank and your lawn mower should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the front axle on a Craftsman lawn mower. The most common reason for replacing the front axle is when it is damaged and the mower isn’t cutting evenly.
All of the information for this front axle replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
MTD, Craftsman, Yard-Man, Huskee, Yard Machines, Bolens, MasterCut, Murray, Troy-Bilt
Tools needed: flat-head screwdriver, 9/16 inch nut driver, large flat-head screwdriver
All of the information for this front axle replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
MTD, Craftsman, Yard-Man, Huskee, Yard Machines, Bolens, MasterCut, Murray, Troy-Bilt
Tools needed: flat-head screwdriver, 9/16 inch nut driver, large flat-head screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the front axle on your lawn mower first make sure the engine has cooled.
2
Next, you should remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.
3
We recommend performing this procedure with little or no fuel in the tank.
4
Note the position of the front adjustment lever then lift up the front of the mower and support it.
5
Use a flat-head screwdriver to help pry off both front wheel covers.
6
Now use a 9/16th inch socket to help loosen the mounting nuts securing the front wheels.
7
Unthread the nuts and remove both wheels.
8
Carefully set the lawn mower on its side and use a large flat-head screwdriver to depress the retaining tabs holding the old axle in place.
9
Pull the old axle free.
10
You’re now ready to install the new front axle.
11
With the adjustment lever on the right side, align the new axle and snap it into place in the housing.
12
Return the mower to its upright position and support it.
13
Replace both wheels by sliding them onto the new axle.
14
Rethread the mounting nuts and tighten.
15
Align the wheel covers and snap them into place.
16
Remove the support and confirm that the adjustment lever is at the appropriate position.
17
With the repair completed reattach the wire and boot to the spark plug refill the fuel tank and your lawn mower should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Axle
$32.99
Total$0.00
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