290699 183281 Lawn Mower Cable Parts Fit for Craftsman 917 Briggs Stratton Poulan Husqvarna Roper 532183281 Push Eater Model Replacement, 198463 Throttle Rotary Engine Zone Control Brake Stop Cable

What It Is

This is a replacement throttle/brake control cable (OEM part 532183281 / 183281) for push mowers equipped with Briggs & Stratton engines. It connects the handle controls to the carburetor and brake arm, allowing you to adjust engine speed and engage the blade brake stop.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, measure the cable length (typically ~50–60 inches) and check your mower’s model number. This cable fits many Craftsman, Poulan, Husqvarna, and Roper walk-behind mowers with Briggs engines, including the 917 series. It replaces OEM part 183281 (also listed as 532183281 or 198463). Verify your current cable has a similar Z-bend at the engine end and a threaded barrel at the handle end. Not compatible with zero-turn or riding mowers.

Key Things to Know

• Build quality: Solid OEM-grade replacement at a low price—metal ends, plastic-coated wire. Holds up well in normal use.
• Installation difficulty: Moderate. You’ll need to remove the old cable, route the new one through the handle and deck, and adjust the barrel nut for proper tension. A 10mm wrench and pliers are usually enough.
• Common gotcha: The cable may be slightly longer or shorter than your original—test routing before tightening. If the mower has a separate blade brake cable, this part only replaces the throttle/brake combo on models with a single cable.
• Fit note: Works only with mowers that use a single cable for both throttle and brake stop (common on Briggs 550e/575e engines). Not for dual-cable setups.

Should You Buy It

If your Craftsman or compatible mower’s throttle is stiff, broken, or won’t hold engine speed, this is a cheap, reliable fix. It’s a direct OEM replacement for the 183281 cable, and the 4.8-star rating reflects consistent fit and easy installation for most DIYers. Avoid if your mower uses separate cables for throttle and brake.