Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairCraftsman Riding Lawn Mower Clutch Lever #532199972

Craftsman Riding Lawn Mower Clutch Lever #532199972

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This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the clutch lever on Craftsman and Husqvarna riding lawn mowers. The most common reason for replacing the clutch lever is when pressing the lever does not cause the blades to begin rotating.

All of the information in this clutch lever replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Craftsman, Husqvarna

Tools used: 3/8” socket, 1/4” socket, pliers

Step By Step Instructions

1
Before you replace the clutch actuator assembly in your riding mower make sure the engine has cooled the ignition switch is in the “off” position and the key has been removed.
2
We recommend performing this procedure with little or no fuel in the tank.
3
Now lift up the hood and use a 3/8th inch socket to help unthread the fuel tank mounting bolts.
4
With the bolts removed, set the tank aside.
5
Next, use a quarter-inch socket to unthread the screws securing the clutch actuator assembly.
6
Pull the handle off so you can release the actuator assembly from the steering housing.
7
Depress the retaining tabs to release the clutch interlock switch from the assembly.
8
Use pliers to squeeze the tabs to release the wire retainer.
9
Next, detach the spring from the pin and remove the washer and cable then use pliers to squeeze the tabs to release the cable retainer from the assembly.
10
You’re now ready to install the new clutch actuator assembly.
11
Detach the spring position the cable on the pin slide on the washer then replace the spring to secure.
12
Snap the cable retainer into place on the assembly frame.
13
Position the clutch interlock switch on the frame and secure the wire retainer.
14
Now insert the clutch actuator lever through the slot in the steering housing.
15
Position the actuator assembly and replace the mounting bolts to secure.
16
Slide the handle on the lever.
17
Reposition the fuel tank and secure it with the mounting bolts.
18
With the repair completed lower the hood and your riding mower should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the clutch lever on Craftsman and Husqvarna riding lawn mowers. The most common reason for replacing the clutch lever is when pressing the lever does not cause the blades to begin rotating.

All of the information in this clutch lever replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Craftsman, Husqvarna

Tools used: 3/8” socket, 1/4” socket, pliers
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the clutch actuator assembly in your riding mower make sure the engine has cooled the ignition switch is in the “off” position and the key has been removed.
2
We recommend performing this procedure with little or no fuel in the tank.
3
Now lift up the hood and use a 3/8th inch socket to help unthread the fuel tank mounting bolts.
4
With the bolts removed, set the tank aside.
5
Next, use a quarter-inch socket to unthread the screws securing the clutch actuator assembly.
6
Pull the handle off so you can release the actuator assembly from the steering housing.
7
Depress the retaining tabs to release the clutch interlock switch from the assembly.
8
Use pliers to squeeze the tabs to release the wire retainer.
9
Next, detach the spring from the pin and remove the washer and cable then use pliers to squeeze the tabs to release the cable retainer from the assembly.
10
You’re now ready to install the new clutch actuator assembly.
11
Detach the spring position the cable on the pin slide on the washer then replace the spring to secure.
12
Snap the cable retainer into place on the assembly frame.
13
Position the clutch interlock switch on the frame and secure the wire retainer.
14
Now insert the clutch actuator lever through the slot in the steering housing.
15
Position the actuator assembly and replace the mounting bolts to secure.
16
Slide the handle on the lever.
17
Reposition the fuel tank and secure it with the mounting bolts.
18
With the repair completed lower the hood and your riding mower should be ready for use.

Applicable Product Model

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Brand
Product Type
Model
Subtype
Product Diagram & Manuals
Parts Needed
Recommended Tools and Accessories
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank
$31.52
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank
$54.38
Total$0.00

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