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Engine zone control cable

Deflector control cable. The Conduit: 50-3/4" Inner Wire: 57-1/2" Overall Length: 59-1/4"

Control assembly

Cable, Engine Zone Control cable

Engine zone control cable

Walk-behind lawn mower zone control cable

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Control, throttle

50.5 inches

Cable

Lawn mower control cable. Fits a walk-behind mower with a 22 inch deck. If this control cable is broken, the lawn mower's self-propel function won't work.

Lawn mower wheel drive cable. If the wheels do not engage properly then the cable may be broken.

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Steering control cable

Cable-traction
Control cables are the mechanical link between you and your Lawn Boy engine—throttle, brake, and choke cables must respond quickly and smoothly every time you mow. Our genuine OEM replacement cables eliminate the fraying, sticking, and lag that worn originals develop. Each cable is cut, crimped, and tested to factory tolerances, delivering crisp, responsive control without binding or slippage.
Stuck or broken control cables make your Lawn Boy frustrating to operate and can compromise safety. Restore full operator control with reliable Lawn Boy control cable parts from Repair Clinic.
Signs include delayed engine response to throttle input, cables that stick or resist movement, visible fraying or corrosion, and loose ferrules at the handle or carburetor. Test by moving the throttle lever through its full range—it should move freely with no grinding or hesitation. Any binding or lag indicates wear that will only worsen.
The throttle cable takes the most abuse and fails most often, especially in mowers used regularly or stored outdoors. Lawn Boy throttle cables experience constant temperature cycling and exposure to moisture. The brake cable is second, as it handles higher resistance when engaging the blade clutch.
Follow the original cable path through the frame, secured with factory clips and guides to prevent chafing or kinking. Avoid sharp bends, routing cables away from hot engine surfaces and rotating blade spindles. Check that new cables have adequate slack for full handle movement before tightening all connection points at the carburetor and control lever.
Light lubrication may temporarily improve a slightly sticky cable, but once fraying or corrosion develops internally, replacement is the safer choice. Spray lubricants attract dirt and actually accelerate wear on the internal cable strand. OEM cables are inexpensive compared to the frustration of a sluggish mower or risk of mid-mow blade failure.


Optimize your Lawn Boy mower's performance with genuine OEM control cable parts from Repair Clinic. Lawn mower control cables are important to replace because they ensure the proper function of the throttle and engagement mechanisms, making mowing safe and efficient. Quickly find the right part for your Lawn Boy model using our model number lookup tool. Enjoy same-day shipping, 365-day returns, and our Price Match Guarantee for a reliable purchasing experience. For installation tips, visit our Lawn Mower Repair Help page or find more Lawn Mower Control Cable Parts.
Lawn Boy typically places the model number on a label attached to the mower deck or frame, with some models listing it on the engine housing. Check these areas carefully, and look for a combination of numbers and letters rather than the serial number alone. Once you have it, enter it in the search bar to narrow the full Lawn Boy lawn mower parts catalog to parts that fit your exact mower model. This applies across the unit, whether you need a control cable, engine part, deck part, or another replacement. Using the model number gives you a fast, accurate match and helps prevent ordering parts that are not compatible.

When something goes wrong with your Lawn Boy Lawn Mower, Repair Clinic's online repair help is the fastest way to sort out the cause. Diagnostic articles cover the symptoms you are seeing, part testing videos verify the failed component, and step-by-step written and video guides cover the installation. Use the model number lookup to confirm the exact OEM part before you order.

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