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Craftsman Riding Lawn Mower Starter Solenoid #532192507

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This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the starter solenoid on Craftsman riding lawn mowers. The most common reason for replacing the solenoid is when the engine will not start or even turn over, and the battery is not dead.

All of the information in this starter solenoid replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Craftsman, Ariens, Husqvarna, Poulan, Murray, Dixon

Tools used: Two 7/16” wrenches, 3/8” socket

Step By Step Instructions

1
Before you replace the starter solenoid in 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 two 7/16th inch wrenches to unthread the nuts to disconnect the battery cables.
3
Disconnect the negative cable first.
4
With the cables disconnected, carefully lift out the battery.
5
Release the retaining tabs then lift out the battery box and set it aside.
6
Now note the orientation of the cables on the starter solenoid then detach them.
7
Use a 3/8th inch socket to unthread the mounting bolt securing the solenoid,
8
Rotate the old solenoid forward to detach it from the frame then disconnect the coil wires.
9
Prepare the new starter solenoid for installation by transferring the retaining clip from the old solenoid to the new one.
10
Now connect the coil wires to the terminals.
11
Insert the solenoid tab into the slot in the frame.
12
Position the part and replace the mounting bolt to secure.
13
Connect the battery cables to the appropriate posts on the solenoid.
14
Reposition the battery box and snap into the frame.
15
With the terminals facing the rear, replace the battery itself.
16
Connect the red cable to the positive terminal then thread and tighten the nut to secure.
17
Connect the black cable to the negative terminal and secure it with the nut.
18
Make sure the insulating cover is on the positive terminal and the wire retainer is secured.
19
With the repair completed, lower the seat and your riding mower should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the starter solenoid on Craftsman riding lawn mowers. The most common reason for replacing the solenoid is when the engine will not start or even turn over, and the battery is not dead.

All of the information in this starter solenoid replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Craftsman, Ariens, Husqvarna, Poulan, Murray, Dixon

Tools used: Two 7/16” wrenches, 3/8” socket
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the starter solenoid in 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 two 7/16th inch wrenches to unthread the nuts to disconnect the battery cables.
3
Disconnect the negative cable first.
4
With the cables disconnected, carefully lift out the battery.
5
Release the retaining tabs then lift out the battery box and set it aside.
6
Now note the orientation of the cables on the starter solenoid then detach them.
7
Use a 3/8th inch socket to unthread the mounting bolt securing the solenoid,
8
Rotate the old solenoid forward to detach it from the frame then disconnect the coil wires.
9
Prepare the new starter solenoid for installation by transferring the retaining clip from the old solenoid to the new one.
10
Now connect the coil wires to the terminals.
11
Insert the solenoid tab into the slot in the frame.
12
Position the part and replace the mounting bolt to secure.
13
Connect the battery cables to the appropriate posts on the solenoid.
14
Reposition the battery box and snap into the frame.
15
With the terminals facing the rear, replace the battery itself.
16
Connect the red cable to the positive terminal then thread and tighten the nut to secure.
17
Connect the black cable to the negative terminal and secure it with the nut.
18
Make sure the insulating cover is on the positive terminal and the wire retainer is secured.
19
With the repair completed, lower the seat and your riding mower should be ready for use.

Applicable Product Model

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Product Type
Model
Subtype
Product Diagram & Manuals
Parts Needed
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$54.38
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