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Briggs & Stratton Lawn & Garden Equipment Engine Recoil Starter Rope 697316

Part #697316
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Basic Information

  • Part Name: Lawn & Garden Equipment Engine Recoil Starter Rope
  • Manufacturer: Briggs & Stratton
  • Category: Lawn & Garden Equipment Engine
  • Primary Function: Coils around the pulley of the recoil starter to enable manual engine starting

Installation & Compatibility

  • Compatible Models: Fits various Briggs & Stratton lawn and garden equipment models. Please confirm this part is correct for your model before ordering.
  • Installation Difficulty: Medium ? involves disassembling parts of the engine to access the starter mechanism
  • Tools Required: Screwdriver, pliers, work gloves

Additional Information

The Briggs & Stratton recoil starter rope (part number 697316) replaces part number 692259. It wraps around the recoil starter pulley, giving you the grip and pull needed to start your engine manually.

If your equipment won?t start or the starter rope is frayed or snapped, this part is likely the fix. Replacing a worn rope restores reliable starting and keeps your lawn and garden gear in top shape.

Let the engine cool before starting the repair. Wear gloves to protect your hands and follow the step-by-step instructions in our starter rope replacement guide for a smooth install.

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Reviews

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Lawnmower rope pull
April 06, 2026|John, Happy Valley OR

Order arrived in a timely fashion and is what I needed. I would order from this site again.

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The right part for the job
March 27, 2021|MrBS68, Anaheim, CA

Correct part at good price. Checked YouTube.com for example of replacing the recoiled starter rope on my lawnmower.

Ease of InstallationEasy
Duration of Installation30 minutes - 1 hour

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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

2 people thought this review was helpful.

Lawnmower Pull Cord
September 07, 2020|Undisclosed, Fairhope, AL

Just as shown. Everything I have ever ordered from Sears Parts Direct has been perfect. Just as advertised. Exact match and fit.

Ease of InstallationModerate
Duration of Installation30 minutes - 1 hour

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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

2 people thought this review was helpful.

No comment waiting fo it to break
May 12, 2020|Home m, California

Needed back up line mower been bury still fire up run good

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Ease of InstallationModerate
Duration of Installation30 minutes - 1 hour

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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

4 people thought this review was helpful.

very easy to install
September 11, 2019|nonw, Undisclosed

It was very easy to install, just make sure to measure your rope and distance so you know how many times to rotate your coil.

Ease of InstallationEasy
Duration of Installation30 minutes - 1 hour

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fast
June 23, 2019|chow58, Miami fl

great only took 20mins. works well thanks again sears

Ease of InstallationVery Easy
Duration of InstallationLess than 30 minutes

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Fit.good
March 07, 2019|Big t, Ms

Was easy for my 14 year old grandson to install for me.

Ease of InstallationVery Easy
Duration of Installation30 minutes - 1 hour

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5 people thought this review was helpful.

VERY EASY TO INSTALL
April 25, 2018|BOB--O, EUREKA, CA

INSTALL WENT SO FAST, I DIDN'T HAVE TIME FOR A BEER.

Ease of InstallationVery Easy
Duration of Installation30 minutes - 1 hour

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3 people thought this review was helpful.

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