This is a genuine Craftsman Part for use with Line Trimmers. The idler arm return spring returns the idler arm into position, releasing tension on the belt. The most common reason for replacing the spring is if the blades won’t turn. This part is sold individually. The tool that you will need to replace the Idler return spring is Pliers.
Spring 532173811
OEM part for: Husqvarna, Poulan, Weed Eater, Craftsman
Part Number: 532173811
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This Spring will fit the following 68 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 #: 173811
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bad return spring
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Power Drill, Socket set, Wrench Set
Parts Used
Drive control cable broke
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
The two main bearings for the trimmer shaft we're worn.
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Medium
Time
1-2 hours
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Socket set
Replaced a couple of spring/cable assemblies.
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
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.
22" two wheels trimmer - if the return spring fails as mine, the trimmer behaves same as if the belt fails, the engine turns but the trimmer head don't.
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Socket set, Wrench Set
Parts Used
1. Remove the front trimmer head plastic cover by removing a torx bolt located in the front upper side of head. Unclip the back side by pulling up the cover. A flat screwdriver may help.
2. Remove the lower plastic cover ( two side 8mm + two 10mm under the cover).
3. Remove the trimmer head by removing four 10mm side bolts.
4. Remove the two idler pulleys just if you will replace the belt by a new one as in my case. Sockets and open wrench should be used.
5. Remove the failed return spring from the idlers assy and/or from the side body opening hook.
6. Install the new return spring.
7. Reinstall belt, pulleys, trimmer head and remaining parts...
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