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MTD 553 gas snowthrower Parts

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for MTD 553 gas snowthrower, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

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  • Snowblower Impeller Shaft for MTD 553 - Part 717P0526

    28" spiral/28" auger housing diagram

    Snowblower Impeller Shaft

    Part #717-0526

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  • Snowblower Impeller (powder Black) for MTD 553 - Part 684-06276-0637

    28" spiral/28" auger housing diagram

    Impeller Assembly

    Part #684-0065

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  • Mtd Snowblower Auger, Right for MTD 553 - Part 684-04184-0637

    28" spiral/28" auger housing diagram

    Spiral Assembly

    Part #605-5196A

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  • Mtd Snowblower Chute, Lower for MTD 553 - Part 731-1300E

    Handle/handle panel diagram

    Chute

    Part #731-1300A

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  • Craftsman Snowblower Auger Drive Belt, 3/8 X 35-3/8-in for MTD 553 - Part 954-0430C

    V-belt/belt cover diagram

    Belt

    Part #754-0430A

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  • Mtd Snowblower Spring for MTD 553 - Part 932-0611

    28" spiral/28" auger housing diagram

    Spring

    Part #732-0611

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  • Mtd Snowblower Actuator Shaft for MTD 553 - Part 711-1268B

    Tranmission frame assembly diagram

    Shaft Actuator

    Part #711-1268

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  • Agri-fab Knob for MTD 553 - Part 720-0232

    Handle/handle panel diagram

    Knob

    Part #720-0232

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  • Lawn Tractor Snowblower Attachment Hex Bolt for MTD 553 - Part 710-0696

    V-belt/belt cover diagram

    Lawn & Garden Equipment Hex Screw

    Part #710-0696

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  • Mtd Snowblower Gearbox Worm Gear Key for MTD 553 - Part 914-0161

    28" spiral/28" auger housing diagram

    High Pro Key

    Part #714-0161

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Most common symptoms to help you fix your snowblowers

Choose a symptom to see related snowblower repairs.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

How to find the age of your Craftsman snowblower

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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