Easy
Less than 15 minutes
It is an authentic OEM sourced replacement part which is specially designed for use with walk-behind lawn mowers. This cable is connected to the control handle that is pressed down while running the lawnmower, over time it may wear out or get damaged eventually requiring a replacement. Keep in mind this high-quality rubber insulated component which is sold individually. Make sure to refer to the appropriate diagrams of your specific model for the correct location and application of this item.
Cable-control 946-0553
OEM part for: MTD
Part Number: 946-0553
$26.11
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Compatibility
This Cable-control will fit the following 5344 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
This item works with the following types of products:
- Lawn Mower Parts
This part replaces obsolete part #: 746-0553
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Old cable snapped.New one fit perfectly.
timothy - July 22, 2020
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set
Parts Used
I carefully measured the new cable and compared it to the old one. Then removed the old cable noting how the ends were secured . In a matter of minutes the new cable was in place.
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Control cable broken
Don - June 17, 2017
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
Parts Used
Looked at how the old cable was installed, then installed the new one just like the old one.
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The control cable was pinched and broke the plactic retainer on the throttle body.
Doran - September 15, 2016
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
Parts Used
Removed cable and unscrewed throttle body.
Installed one of the cable on engine the other to the throttle body.
Screw new body back to handle.
Installed one of the cable on engine the other to the throttle body.
Screw new body back to handle.
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