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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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  • Mtd Snowblower Hex Cap Screw for MTD 553 - Part 710-1245B

    V-belt/belt cover diagram

    Capscrew .31

    Part #710-1245

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  • Snowblower Chute Deflector Control Cable for MTD 553 - Part 946-0901

    Handle/handle panel diagram

    Snowblower Chute

    Part #746-0901

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  • Lawn & Garden Equipment Flat Weld Nut for MTD 553 - Part 712-0127

    Tranmission frame assembly diagram

    Snowblower Nut

    Part #712-0127

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  • Snowblower Flat Washer for MTD 553 - Part 936-0160

    Tranmission frame assembly diagram

    Flat Washer

    Part #736-0160

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  • Mtd Lawn & Garden Equipment Belt, 3/8 X 30-3/8-in for MTD 553 - Part 954-0346

    V-belt/belt cover diagram

    Belt Wheel

    Part #754-0346

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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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  • Yard Machines Lawn Mower Handle Knob for MTD 553 - Part 720-04072A

    Handle/handle panel diagram

    Knob Wing Nut

    Part #720-0284

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  • Lawn & Garden Equipment Screw for MTD 553 - Part 710-0805A

    Handle/handle panel diagram

    Lawn Tractor Hex Bolt

    Part #710-0805

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  • Harness Assembly for MTD 553 - Part 629-0937

    Handle/handle panel diagram

    Harness Assembly

    Part #629-0937

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  • Grease for MTD 553 - Part 737-3007

    Grease

    Part #737-3007

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

Most common symptoms to help you fix your snowblowers

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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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