Part Location Diagram of 532196106 Husqvarna Lawn Mower Pulley Idler
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Lawn Mower Pulley Idler 532196106

Manufactured by:
Husqvarna
ERP Number:
ERP9287043
Part Number:
532196106
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This replacement idler pulley is an original part sourced directly from the equipment manufacturer and is designed for use with select Poulan and Husqvarna riding lawn mowers and garden tractors. It plays a key role in maintaining proper belt tension, which is essential for smooth and efficient mower operation. Made from high-quality materials for durability, this pulley may need to be replaced over time due to wear or damage. Installation requires a wrench to remove and secure the mounting hardware. The idler pulley is sold individually, and it’s recommended to consult your model’s diagram to ensure correct placement and installation.

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This part works with the following brands:
  • Husqvarna
  • Poulan
  • Craftsman
  • Jonsered
  • RedMax
  • Weed Eater
This part works with the following products:
  • Lawn Mower
  • Lawn Tractor
  • Engine
Part# 532196106 replaces these:
532196106, 5321973-79, 532197379,

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Bearings failed on Idler pulley on mower deck

Freeman from Farmington, Missouri

12 of 12 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Wrench set
Parts Used:
532196106
1. Lowered deck height to ground level
2. Released tension on blade drive belt
3. Removed belt from bad idler pulley
4. Used 9/16 end wrench to remove nut from bolt holding idler pulley onto bracket. Bolt will drop out of bracket if not pushed upward. It is a carriage bolt that has flats to hold it in place while looseni ng or tightening the nut.
5. Replaced old idler with replacement idler pulley
6. Tightened up nut on bolt holding on new idler pulley. Must hold bolt into bracket so flats make contact while tightening nut
7. Installed belt back onto new idler pulley
8. Rotated belt on deck assembly by hand to check alignment and fit
9. Put tension back onto deck drive belt, checked alignment again
10. Raised deck and went back to mowing grass. Total repair time under 20 minutes
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Idler pulley sealed bearing failed and pulley was thrown.

Michael from Ridgeway, South Carolina

7 of 7 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Pliers, Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
532196106
Original pulley inner race was frozen onto shaft. Let penetrating oil seep for about 20 minutes and worked it off using adjustable pliers. Coated inner surface of new pulley bearing with anti-seize and installed onto shaft. Lubricated remaining pulley bearings that had grease fittings and looped belt onto pulleys and ops checked.
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Idler bearing worn out

Gino from SEDRO WOOLLEY, Washington

5 of 5 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
532196106
Removed the mower deck to get access to the idler. had difficulty driving the mounting bolt out of the idler without damaging the bolt. Used never-seez on the bolt when installing.
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The bearing in the drive belt idler pulley had come apart

January from Waxahachie, Texas

5 of 5 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Wrench set
Parts Used:
874760612, 532196106, 532409149
We have 2 riding lawn mowers. One had an electrical issue that I felt needed to go to the repair shop for proper diagnostics. It was there for over 2 months only to have a switch replaced. They also rebuilt the front end, which we did not request.

So, When the 2nd mower threw a Belt, I thought simply replacing the belt was th e solution until I found the idler pulley missing. I immediately went to eReplacementParts.com, found my mower by manufacturer and model number, ordered the parts I needed and had them delivered within 5 days. Within 30 minutes after the parts were delivered, I had repaired the mower and went about mowing the yard. I needed no instruction, I simply looked at the parts schematic and could see exactly how it went together. Pulleys are not a challenge. Thanks eReplacementParts.com, looks like no more wasting time and money at the \"professional\" lawn mower shop. For most repairs, these guys have the solution!

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Old pulley causing issues

Leslie from HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, Kentucky

2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
532196106
Removed the old after loosening belt; remove old and install new. Simple
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Bad bearing

Donald from Fieldale, Virginia

2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
532196106, 532196104
Remove old puller replaced with the new ones.
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Stationary idler pulley bearing failed (melted) and mower deck drive belt came off.

Ralph from Lake Stevens, Washington

2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Difficult
Total Repair Time:
More than 2 hours
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable), Wrench set
1. Separated mower deck from lawn tractor and cleaned both units thoroughly.
2. Removed and replaced tractor mounted idler pulleys, since bearings were noisy.
3. Disassembled mower deck - opted to overhaul blade tower supports (3) to clean and renew lubrication. RECOMMEND REPLACING THESE PARTS AS A UNIT, instead of overhaul.
4. Bearing failure had caused hole in deck-mounted pivot support bracket for belt tensioner to become elongated - opted to do nothing at this time.
5. Replacement pulley on pivot support was not sized to accept 7/16\" dia bolt!!! Hardened spacer washer hole was too small as well. Re purposed another bolt from the ordered parts, and added washers as necessary to allow pulley to track properly without binding against the tensioner arm.
6. Removed and replaced other pulleys and hardware (these replacement parts were identical to the removed ones).
7. Installed new belt as per diagram on belt slip cover.
8. Reinstalled mower deck underneath the lawn tractor.

Works great!
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Bearings in pulleys bad

Gary from GRANGER, Wyoming

2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
532196106, 532196104
Dropped the mower deck, took off the belt, and replaced old pulleys with new ones. Put the belt back on, raised the deck, done
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Bearing had burned out on pulley idler

Benny from WINTERVILLE, Georgia

2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
596134901, 532196106, 532409149
1. lowered deck
2. threaded bolt thru top washer, pulley idler, belt guide into hole, then put on bottom washer and lock nut.
3. used socket on top nut and wrench on bottom nut (due to clearance).
4. Took a minute or 2 to get bottom items on and started.
5. everything thightened in 2 minutes
6. routed belt b ack on pulleys
7. done, works as expected
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Blade drive belt was vibrating and lawn had a poor cut.

Tim from Charleston , South Carolina

1 person found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set
Parts Used:
532196106
1. Dropped mowing deck from tractor
2. Moved deck to open area to work on
3. Removed and replaced both idler pulleys on deck.
One of the old pulleys had a thumping feel to it
when pulley was spun in my hand.
4. Reinstalled mower deck

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