Craftsman
Rear-Engine Riding Mower

Model # 536270321 Official Craftsman mid-engine rider

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Nut 15X116
Nut

Part #15X116

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Wheel Assembly 1401381-601
#32

Steering diagram

Wheel assembly

Part #1401381-601

Replaced by #1401381601MA

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Battery 021075
#7

Electrical system diagram

Battery

Part #021075

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Tank  Fuel W 1401404
#22

Chassis and hood diagram

Tank fuel w

Part #1401404

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Fuel Cap 092317
#21

Chassis and hood diagram

Fuel cap

Part #092317

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Hose Clamp 095197
#52

Chassis and hood diagram

Hose clamp

Part #095197

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Washer 017X53
#33

Motion drive diagram

Washer

Part #017X53

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Splined Shaft 1401065
#26

Mower housing diagram

Splined shaft

Part #1401065

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Extension Spring 165X157
Extension spring

Part #165X157

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Seal Switch 094159
#9

Electrical system diagram

Seal switch

Part #094159

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