How to Replace the Muffler on a Troy-Bilt TB280ES Lawn Mower

  Find the parts used in this article by viewing our Troy-Bilt lawn mower page.   Replacing the Muffler

1. Remove the two bolts from the muffler

Use a socket wrench to remove these bolts.

2. Pull the old muffler away from the engine

With the bolts removed, you can pull the old muffler and gaskets off of the engine.

3. Place the two bolts into the new muffler

Place the two bolts from the old muffler into the new muffler.

4. Install the first gasket

Open your new set of gaskets to find the gasket that matches the gasket fitting closest to the muffler body (the last one that was removed in step 2). Then slide it over the bolts on the backside of the muffler.

5. Install the heat shield

Slide your heat shield over the bolts on the back of the muffler.

6. Install the second gasket

Now install the final gasket over the muffler bolts.

7. Secure the new muffler assembly

With all of the gaskets in place, you can re-secure the muffler assembly to the engine by securing the bolts to the mower.

    [Back to Top]   Conclusion Muffler replacement and similar repairs are easy to do and can be completed by most anybody with moderate repair knowledge. Hopefully this repair has helped you gain the confidence you need to start repairing all of your products yourself, instead of taking them to expensive repair shops. There's no better time than now to roll-up your sleeves and start repairing!   Find parts and accessories for all of your lawn equipment models here. [Back to Top]
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