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Brake control cable 37.58"

Cable-engage w/sea

Riding lawn mower control cable to engage the blades.

Lawn mower control cable. Engine Zone.
The conduit measures approximately 52.5 inches. The cable measures approximately 61.5 inches.

Throttle Control and Cable.

Total length is 53 inches. Conduit length is 40 inches. MTD has updated this part. It is now manufactured with a hook on the upper end. This replaces the old clamp style. If the control cable is broken, the lawn mower's self-propel feature won't work.

Control box-throttle

Cable-single speed

Deck Clutch Cable

Cable-ers control

Cable

Riding lawn mower deck engagement cable.

PTO Cable

Zone control

Throttle control cable
Control cables are the critical link between you and your mower's engine and blade engagement. When they fray, snap, or slip, your mower won't respond—or worse, becomes unsafe. Repair Clinic stocks genuine OEM Yard Machines lawn mower parts that restore precise throttle, brake, and blade engagement every time. Summer's cutting season won't wait for worn cables to fail.
We carry throttle control cables, brake cables, clutch engagement cables, and chute deflector cables—all engineered to your exact model's specifications. Genuine OEM cables preserve your mower's performance and safety ratings in ways aftermarket substitutes simply cannot match.
A failed throttle or engagement cable leaves you stranded—your mower won't start, won't maintain speed, or won't disengage the blades. Brake cable failure is especially dangerous; you lose the ability to stop the cutting deck safely. OEM replacement cables restore full control and safety. Don't jury-rig a broken cable; a genuine Yard Machines part is your safest, fastest fix.
Look on the frame near the engine, usually stamped on a metal plate or printed on a decal below the fuel tank or on the mower's side panel. Write down the complete model and serial number. Enter it into our parts lookup tool to see exactly which control cables fit your mower—no guessing, no wrong parts ordered.
Universal cables may fit physically but rarely work with Yard Machines' cable routing, anchor points, and tension specs. They often slip, bind, or fail faster than genuine parts. Repair Clinic stocks OEM Yard Machines cables engineered for your exact model—better response, longer life, warranty protected.
Worn cables create safety hazards and sluggish control response. A stretched throttle cable won't return to idle, a loose brake cable won't fully stop the blades, and a frayed engagement cable can snap without warning mid-mow. Replacing cables before they fail prevents downtime and keeps you safe all summer.


Ensure reliable operation of your Yard Machines Lawn Mower with genuine OEM control cable parts from Repair Clinic. Lawn mower control cables are essential as they connect the handle controls to the mower parts, ensuring smooth operation and precise control. Use our model number lookup to find the exact control cable part for your Yard Machines mower, and enjoy same-day shipping, No-Hassle 365-Day Returns, and our Price Match Guarantee. For guidance on installation, visit our Lawn Mower Repair Help page, or find more Lawn Mower Control Cable Parts.
On Yard Machines lawn mowers, look for the model number on a label or metal plate near the engine, on the frame below the fuel tank, or along the mower's side panel. If you do not see it there, check the deck or handle area, since label placement can vary by model. Write down the complete model number, including letters, numbers, and any separators. Drop it into the search bar and you will see only the parts that fit your exact Yard Machines mower. This model lookup applies to the whole unit, not just its control cables. You can then order with confidence knowing the fit is right.

Repair Clinic pairs step-by-step written repair guides with matching video walkthroughs so Yard Machines Lawn Mower owners and technicians can work at their own pace. Common-symptom articles, part testing videos, and exploded-view diagrams round out the online reference material. Use the model number lookup to match the exact OEM part before you order.

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