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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairCraftsman Riding Lawn Mower Seat Switch Replacement #532401545
Craftsman Riding Lawn Mower Seat Switch Replacement #532401545
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$45.99Estimated Savings
$112.5002:14
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the seat switch (or safety switch) on a Craftsman riding lawn mower. The most common reason for replacing the seat switch is when the lawn mower won’t start.
All of the information for this safety switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Craftsman, Husqvarna, Ariens, Poulan, Dixon
Tools needed: 9/16 inch socket, large flat-head screwdriver
All of the information for this safety switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Craftsman, Husqvarna, Ariens, Poulan, Dixon
Tools needed: 9/16 inch socket, large flat-head screwdriver
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the seat switch on your riding mower make sure the ignition switch is in the “off” position and the key has been removed.
2
Now lift up the seat and use a 9/16th inch socket to loosen and unthread the seat retaining bolt.
3
Depress the seat adjustment lever and use a large flathead screwdriver to pry the retaining tab back to release the seat.
4
Remove the adjustment lever and disconnect the seat switch wire connecter.
5
Rotate the old seat switch counter-clockwise to remove.
6
Install the new seat switch by inserting it into the seat and rotating clockwise.
7
Connect the wire connecter to the new switch.
8
Confirm that the spring is in place then realign the adjustment lever.
9
Hold the lever in place as you realign the seat glides in the frame.
10
Confirm that the washer is in place on the seat retaining bolt then rethread the bolt and tighten.
11
With the repair completed lower the seat and adjust as necessary.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the seat switch (or safety switch) on a Craftsman riding lawn mower. The most common reason for replacing the seat switch is when the lawn mower won’t start.
All of the information for this safety switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Craftsman, Husqvarna, Ariens, Poulan, Dixon
Tools needed: 9/16 inch socket, large flat-head screwdriver
All of the information for this safety switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Craftsman, Husqvarna, Ariens, Poulan, Dixon
Tools needed: 9/16 inch socket, large flat-head screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the seat switch on your riding mower make sure the ignition switch is in the “off” position and the key has been removed.
2
Now lift up the seat and use a 9/16th inch socket to loosen and unthread the seat retaining bolt.
3
Depress the seat adjustment lever and use a large flathead screwdriver to pry the retaining tab back to release the seat.
4
Remove the adjustment lever and disconnect the seat switch wire connecter.
5
Rotate the old seat switch counter-clockwise to remove.
6
Install the new seat switch by inserting it into the seat and rotating clockwise.
7
Connect the wire connecter to the new switch.
8
Confirm that the spring is in place then realign the adjustment lever.
9
Hold the lever in place as you realign the seat glides in the frame.
10
Confirm that the washer is in place on the seat retaining bolt then rethread the bolt and tighten.
11
With the repair completed lower the seat and adjust as necessary.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Seat Switch
$45.99
Total$0.00
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