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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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  • Lawn Tractor Flange Bearing for MTD 553 - Part 941-0598

    Tranmission frame assembly diagram

    Flange Bearing

    Part #741-0598

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  • Snowblower Chute Control Cable for MTD 553 - Part 946-0896

    Handle/handle panel diagram

    Snowblower Cable

    Part #746-0896

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  • Mtd Snowblower Wheel Axle Support Tube for MTD 553 - Part 750-1161A

    Tranmission frame assembly diagram

    Tube Axle Su

    Part #750-1161

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  • Snowblower Handle Bracket for MTD 553 - Part 784-5604A-0637

    Handle/handle panel diagram

    Tilt Handle

    Part #784-5604

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  • Ferrule for MTD 553 - Part 911-0677

    Handle/handle panel diagram

    Ferrule

    Part #711-0677

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  • Snowblower Gearbox Housing for MTD 553 - Part 918-0124A

    28" spiral/28" auger housing diagram

    Housing Assembly

    Part #618-0124

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  • Reinforcement for MTD 553 - Part 705-5226-0637

    28" spiral/28" auger housing diagram

    Reinforcement

    Part #705-5226

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  • Mtd Snowblower Chute Deflector for MTD 553 - Part 731-04427B

    Handle/handle panel diagram

    Chute

    Part #731-1320

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  • Mtd Snowblower Engagement Handle, Right for MTD 553 - Part 684-0036A

    Handle/handle panel diagram

    Engagement Handle

    Part #684-0036

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  • Troybilt Lawn Tractor Flat Washer for MTD 553 - Part 936-0142

    Tranmission frame assembly diagram

    Washer

    Part #736-0142

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Most common symptoms to help you fix your snowblowers

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Why won't my snowblower throw snow far enough?

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

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How do I tune up my snowblower?

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

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Why does my snowblower stop running after a few seconds?

Main causes: dirty carburetor, stale fuel…

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Why won't my snowblower clear snow well?

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

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Why doesn't my snowblower auger turn?

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

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Why won't my snowblower chute turn?

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

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Why doesn't my snowblower self propel?

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

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Why does my snowblower engine run rough?

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

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Repair guides for gas snowblowers

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

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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.…

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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.…

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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.…

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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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Snowblower won’t start: 4 easy DIY fixes

Snowblower won’t start: 4 easy DIY fixes

Find easy DIY tips to fix your snowblower when it won't start…

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Introducing new technical repair content that we’re developing for the Sears Technical Institute

Introducing new technical repair content that we’re developing for the Sears Technical Institute

Learn about Sears Technical Institute and the advanced technical content being developed for aspiring appliance techs.…

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