481-0040 (1986) MTD Lawn Mower - Overview

The Lever and Knob Assembly (or Front Wheel Height Adjuster) is used to adjust the front height of the mower, and attaches on the front wheels. It can be installed using a socket set and wrench set, and is rated as "easy" to install by our customers. If broken or damaged (likely due to general wear over time) you will no longer be able to...Read more move it to make adjustments, and the part should be replaced. This black, plastic part is sold individually. Refer to your make, model and diagrams to ensure this part fits your machine.

This Washer-Lock 5/16 is a silver, metal part that is sold individually and comes direct from the manufacturer. With a 5/16 Inch Interior Diameter and 1/2 Inch Outside Diameter, it is used to prevent the nut from backing off and becoming loose on the pulley shaft, and is attached to the drive belt pulley assembly. You will know if you nee...Read mored this because your owners manual will specify it, or the model number of your machine will correspond with this part. If the part is broken due to fatigue, the shafts will free spin when they should be locked together, and must be replaced.

This is a genuine OEM sourced replacement part that is intended to be used with lawnmowers, snowthrowers, and tillers from Bolens, Ryobi, Yard Machines, MTD, Troy-Bilt, and Yard-Man. The sealed bearing is used to limit friction between a rotating shaft and a fixed part assembly. It is recommended to review your models illustrated part dia...Read moregram to confirm the bearing\\\'s compatibility. This item is sold as an individual replacement part.

This Bell-Wash Flat Washer is an OEM part that measures .40 inches I.D. x 88 inches O.D. This washer is a silver, metal, washer sold individually. This part is rated as Easy to install by customers. If missing or damaged (likely due to fatigue) it should be replaced. Refer to your owners manual to ensure this is the correct part for you.

This is an authentic replacement part that has been sourced from the original manufacturer to be used with trimmers and lawnmowers from Ryobi and MTD. The metal nut is used with different types of machines and the application of the nut can vary based on the model of the equipment. It is recommended to verify the part\\\'s compatibility a...Read morend usage by reviewing your model\\\'s diagram. This nut is available as an individual replacement part. A hex socket wrench and a driver are needed when installing this part.

This is a genuine replacement part sourced directly from the manufacturer. The push nut is commonly found in yard equipment from MTD and Yard Machines, such as lawn tractors, snow throwers, and tillers. This part is made of metal, and may be found in various locations in the machine, depending on model. Please refer to the parts diagra...Read morem to be sure of ordering the correct part. Be aware that most push nuts are not reusable and will need to be replaced every time they are removed. You may wish to purchase spares of this part.

This OEM Hex Nut is a gold colored, metal, 3/8 x 16 part, sold individually. It is installed with a wrench, or socket and torque wrench, by torquing to the manufacturer specfications, and is used to secure parts in place. You will know it is broken when you see the nut has damaged threads or rounded off edges, which can happen due to fa...Read moretgiue. If it is damaged, it should be replaced. This part can have different uses and different degrees of difficulty depending on the part the hex nut is securing, but generally the replacement of this part is an easy job.