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MTD Lawn Tractor Transaxle Belt, 47-3/8 x 3/8-in 954-04208A

Part #954-04208A
Replaced by #490-501-Y007
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This part replaces 954-04208A. Substitute parts can look different from the original.
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Part Information

Basic Information

  • Part Name: Lawn Tractor Transaxle Belt
  • Manufacturer: Craftsman
  • Category: Lawn Tractor
  • Primary Function: Connects the variable speed pulley to the transaxle pulley to drive the wheels.

Installation & Compatibility

  • Compatible Models: Fits various Craftsman lawn tractor models. Please confirm this part is correct for your model before ordering.
  • Installation Difficulty: Medium — requires basic mechanical skills.
  • Tools Required: Wrench set, screwdriver, and work gloves.

Additional Information

Transaxle belt 954-04208B replaces part numbers 490-501-M007 and 954-04208A. It transfers engine power from the variable speed pulley to the transaxle pulley, helping drive the rear wheels of your Craftsman lawn tractor. A properly functioning belt ensures reliable forward and reverse movement during mowing.

If your lawn tractor won?t move or struggles to maintain speed, a worn or stretched transaxle belt could be to blame. Replacing the belt can restore drive performance and prevent further strain on transmission components.

Before installation, disconnect the spark plug wire and park the tractor on a flat surface. Use a wrench and screwdriver to remove covers and access the old belt. Note the belt routing before removal. Wear work gloves to protect your hands, and double-check belt alignment and tension after installing the new belt to ensure smooth operation.

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Not very easy to install but well worth it tracked
August 27, 2021|Tossed o, Conshy

Not very easy to install but well worth it tractor runs great

Ease of InstallationDifficult
Duration of Installation1 - 2 hours

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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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Its a mother to install
August 17, 2021|Joel, Elk.Park, NC

You will lose your church scholarship on this job. The belt is good stuff and probably won't need replacing but once. Trouble is this belt is on top of the transmission drive belt and has to come off to get the other one belt installed. The transmission drive belt is the one that takes the beating and will have to be replaced every few years

Ease of InstallationVery Difficult
Duration of InstallationMore than 2 hours

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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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Transaxle Belt
September 15, 2020|Doug, Nashville, GA

Great belt. Do not buy generic belts when replacing them. Always stay with OEM belts. They last longer and for like they supposed too.

Ease of InstallationModerate
Duration of Installation30 minutes - 1 hour

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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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Heads on. Not an easy belt. Remove the deck.
August 18, 2020|Undisclosed, Center Point, Al.

Easy to read. Recommend download the manual. Transmission drive belt.

Ease of InstallationDifficult
Duration of Installation1 - 2 hours

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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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Looks to be very durable
May 20, 2020|oldpinguy, Westfield, IN

was the correct size, was the correct size, was OK

Ease of InstallationModerate
Duration of Installation30 minutes - 1 hour

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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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Not real easy to install. Finally had to get son t
June 15, 2019|kevlonas1, Southern Illinois

Wish there was easier access to belt area for big guys

Ease of InstallationModerate
Duration of Installation30 minutes - 1 hour

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wrong belt
April 20, 2021|Not h, Prairie du Chien WI

I ordered two belts and none of them fit , never again will I order from this scam of a parts store what a joke.

Ease of InstallationVery Difficult
Duration of InstallationMore than 2 hours

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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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Deckbelt,cotterpin, screw
July 01, 2019|Shamus812, Plymouth,ma

Belt is incorrect,shipping cost is absurd, shipping came in two different packages leading me to believe I was missing parts. Belt and screw shipped together, then a few days later I received cotter pins. The deck belt points at the number part that I ordered andit is fsr too short so I believe itmay be a pto drive belt not deck belt. Time consuming because wrong belt.

Ease of InstallationEasy
Duration of InstallationMore than 2 hours

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