DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the light switch on Craftsman riding lawn mowers. The most common reason for replacing the light switch is when the mower’s headlights do not come on when the switch is flipped and the lights are not burned out.
All of the information in this light switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Craftsman, Ariens, Husqvarna, Poulan, Murray, Dixon
Tools used: none
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Before you replace the headlight switch on your riding mower make sure the ignition switch is in the “off” position and the key has been removed.
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Now lift up the hood reach into the steering housing and depress the tabs to release the old switch from the housing.
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Note the orientation of the switch and wires then disconnect the wires.
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Install the new headlight switch by connecting the wires to the appropriate terminals and snapping the switch into the housing.
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With the repair completed lower the hood.