
This step-by-step line trimmer repair guide explains how to replace a line trimmer carburetor. The carburetor combines air and gas into a combustible mixture that ignites in the cylinder to power the engine. If the gas tank is full of fresh fuel but the engine won’t start, test the carburetor by removing the air filter and adding about a teaspoon of fuel into the carburetor. If the engine starts and then quickly dies when you pull the starter cord, the problem is probably the carburetor. Install a manufacturer-approved line trimmer part when replacing the carburetor.
Use this weed eater carburetor replacement guide on common Craftsman, Weed Eater, MTD, Poulan, Toro, Troybilt, Cub Cadet and Husqvarna line trimmers.
Instead of replacing the carburetor, you can rebuild it, following the steps in How to Rebuild a Line Trimmer Carburetor.