This drive control cable is a high quality replacement part that is sourced from original equipment manufacturer for use on high wheeled trimmers. The control cable stops the blade when the control handle is released, if the cable is broken it will cause the brake to not release even when the lever is pressed. Please note one durable rubber insulated cable is included per order.
Drive Control Cable 532181699
OEM part for: Husqvarna, Poulan, Weed Eater, Craftsman
Part Number: 532181699
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This Drive Control Cable will fit the following 51 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:
- Trimmer Parts
This part replaces obsolete part #: 181699
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Drive control cable broke
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
cable froze up
Tool Type
Hedge Trimmer
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set
Parts Used
belt wore out,cable broke
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Socket set, Wrench Set
replaced cable
Trimmer control was broken
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Socket set
Parts Used
Removed old control linkage
Installed new control
Replaced cover
drive control was sized and belt was worn
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set, Wrench Set
Replaced a couple of spring/cable assemblies.
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
Tiller Hard to start, trimer had drive cable broke & carrier plate broken
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Medium
Time
1-2 hours
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Socket set, Wrench Set, Bearing press
2. Installed tank and crab. Filled gas tank and ops checked carb (tiller was hard to start and had to pour a little gas down the carb). After initial start up, I let it run for 15 mins. After shutdown, I attempted an other start after 2 hours and the tiller started on the first pull.
1. Removed carrier plate assembly and discovered a bearing had come apart. Purchased a new bearing at the auto parts store and installed. This operation required the use of a press to remove the gear.
2. Installed carrier plate
3. Removed and replaced drive cable and completed a successful operation check
Cable that actuates the trim head seized over the winter.
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Cordless Drill with Phillips Bit
Parts Used
Drive control and return spring broke. The drive control cable got tangled up in the V-belt and motor. The trimmer was not able to spin.
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Socket set, Wrench Set
2. Use a screwdriver to remove the plastic clip holding the drive control cable on the upper handle.
3. Use pliers to pinch plastic clip on drive control cable connected to the chassis.
4. Remove control cable from unit.
5. Follow 1-4 in reverse to install new drive control cable.
6. Tilt the trimmer at a 45 degree angle so I could access below the chassis where the return spring and drive control connects to the idler assembly.
7. Connect the drive control spring to the idler assembly.
8. Remove damaged return spring (idler spring) from the idler assembly.
9. Install new idler spring to the idler assembly.
10. I had a missing chassis cover screw that I added as well.
11. I referred to online instruction manuals for reference.
12. Current V-belt was still good, ordered new one as backup.
Spring was stretched on control cable
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Socket set, Wrench Set, Nutdriver
Parts Used
2. Removed belt idler assembly and drive belt.
3. Removed bad control cable.
4. Installed new control cable, tied to handle.
5. Reinstalled belt idler assembly and belt.
6. Reinstalled bottom shield.
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