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MTD 31A-3CAD729 snow thrower

MTD 31A-3CAD729 snow thrower Parts

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for MTD 31A-3CAD729 snow thrower, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

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  • Lawn Tractor Brake Rod Extension Spring for MTD 31A-3CAD729 - Part 932-0429A

    Handle/frame/drive system diagram

    Extension Spring

    Part #732-0429A

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  • Mtd Snowblower Drive Cable for MTD 31A-3CAD729 - Part 946-04256

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    Drive Cable

    Part #746-04256

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  • Mtd Snowblower Scraper Blade for MTD 31A-3CAD729 - Part 790-00117-0637

    Auger & housing/discharge chute diagram

    Shave Plate

    Part #790-00117

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  • Lawn Tractor Cable Tie for MTD 31A-3CAD729 - Part 726-0178

    Lawn & Garden Equipment Cable Tie

    Part #725-0157

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  • Heat Shield for MTD 31A-3CAD729 - Part 790-00064

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    Heat Shield

    Part #790-00064

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  • Guide Bracket for MTD 31A-3CAD729 - Part 790-00223A

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    Guide Bracket

    Part #790-00223A

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  • Lawn & Garden Equipment Hex Drive Screw for MTD 31A-3CAD729 - Part 710-0456

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    Lawn & Garden Equipment Hex Drive Screw

    Part #710-0456

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  • Knob Assembly for MTD 31A-3CAD729 - Part 720-04032

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    Knob Assembly

    Part #720-04032

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Most common symptoms to help you fix your snowblowers

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Main causes: clogged chute, damaged auger blades, broken shear pins, worn auger belt, damaged gear case, engine problems…

Things to do: replace the spark plug, change the oil, rebuild the carburetor, adjust valve lash, adjust or replace the b…

Main causes: dirty carburetor, stale fuel…

Main causes: clogged chute, snow build-up in auger housing, broken auger shear pins, auger drive belt needs adjustment, …

Main causes: broken shear pins, worn or loose auger drive belt, auger drive cable failure, damaged auger, bad gear case…

Main causes: snow build-up in chute, chute drive mechanism failure, bad chute control assembly…

Main causes: loose drive clutch cable, damaged drive clutch cable, worn friction disc, scraper blade scraping the ground…

Main causes: dirty carburetor, clogged fuel filter, dirty spark plug, incorrect valve lash, leaky engine gaskets…

Repair guides for gas snowblowers

These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your snowblower.

How to adjust snowblower skid shoes

How to adjust snowblower skid shoes

To prevent snowblower auger and shave plate damage, adjust the skid shoes regularly to keep the shave plate ¼-inch high.…

Repair time and Difficulty

 15 minutes or less
How to rebuild a snowblower carburetor

How to rebuild a snowblower carburetor

Rebuild the carburetor on your snowblower if the engine isn't getting fuel.…

Repair time and Difficulty

 45 minutes or less
How to replace a snowblower 4-way chute control assembly

How to replace a snowblower 4-way chute control assembly

Replace the 4-way chute control assembly on your snowblower if it’s damaged.…

Repair time and Difficulty

 30 minutes or less

Effective articles & videos to help repair your snowblowers

Use the advice and tips in these articles and videos to get the most out of your snowblower.

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How to find the age of your Craftsman snowblower

If you're looking for the age of you Craftsman snowblower, our guide will help.…

How to adjust the snowblower drive control cable video

How to adjust the snowblower drive control cable video

Proper drive control cable tension is key to smooth snowblower operation, and you can learn how to test and adjust it yo…

How to lubricate a snowblower drive hex shaft video

How to lubricate a snowblower drive hex shaft video

Avoid costly snowblower repairs this season. Watch how to lubricate the drive hex shaft to prevent friction, improve tra…

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