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MTD 642E gas snowthrower

MTD 642E gas snowthrower Parts

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for MTD 642E gas snowthrower, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

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  • Half Pulley for MTD 642E - Part 756-0984

    Belts/pulleys-614e diagram

    Half Pulley

    Part #756-0984

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Spiral Assembly for MTD 642E - Part 605-5197A

    Gear assembly/housing diagram

    Spiral Assembly

    Part #605-5197A

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Snowblower Insert Nut for MTD 642E - Part 712-0703A

    Friction wheel/gears/frame cover diagram

    Snowblower Insert Nut

    Part #712-0703A

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Auger Idler Arm for MTD 642E - Part 784-5632A

    Gear assembly/housing diagram

    Auger Idler Arm

    Part #784-5632A

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Bracket-rh P for MTD 642E - Part 705-5274

    Control panel/handle diagram

    Bracket-rh P

    Part #705-5274

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Rod:shift As for MTD 642E - Part 747-0921

    Control panel/handle diagram

    Rod:shift As

    Part #747-0921

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Snowblower Hex Cap Screw for MTD 642E - Part 710-1245A

    Snowblower Hex Cap Screw

    Part #710-1245A

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Snowblower Wheel Axle Gear for MTD 642E - Part 717-1445

    Friction wheel/gears/frame cover diagram

    Snowblower Wheel Axle Gear

    Part #717-1445

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Half Pulley for MTD 642E - Part 756-0985

    Belts/pulleys-614e diagram

    Half Pulley

    Part #756-0985

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Panel Handle for MTD 642E - Part 684-0145

    Control panel/handle diagram

    Panel Handle

    Part #684-0145

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Most common symptoms to help you fix your snowblowers

Choose a symptom to see related snowblower repairs.

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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