532183281 183281 Throttle Cable for Craftsman 917 Parts Poulan Weed Eater Rotary Lawn Mower Engine Zone Control Cable 183281 198463 183281 198463

What It Is

This throttle control cable (OEM part 532183281, also 183281) connects the throttle lever on your Craftsman, Poulan, or Weed Eater lawn mower to the engine carburetor, allowing you to adjust engine speed. It’s designed for walk-behind rotary mowers with Briggs & Stratton or similar engines that use a cable-actuated throttle.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Check your mower’s model number — this cable fits many Craftsman 917-series, Poulan, and Weed Eater mowers with 12.5–22 hp engines, but not all. Look for a model tag under the seat or on the deck.
• Measure your old cable — the cable housing length is approximately 36 inches, with a wire stroke of about 3.5 inches. If your old cable is significantly longer or shorter, this won’t fit.
• OEM vs. aftermarket — this is a genuine Craftsman part, so it matches factory specs. Aftermarket versions (e.g., 198463) are often cross-compatible but may vary slightly in connector style or length.
• Verify ends — one end has a T-shaped plastic connector for the carburetor lever; the other has a barrel-style fitting for the throttle handle. If your mower uses a different connector (e.g., a loop or hook), this won’t work.

Key Things to Know

• Installation is moderate — you’ll need basic hand tools (pliers, screwdrivers) and about 20–30 minutes. Routing the cable under the deck or through the handle can be fiddly.
• Common gotcha — the cable can bind if not routed in the original path. Take a photo of the old cable before removing it to ensure correct routing.
• Quality note — the plastic ends are durable but can crack if overtightened or forced. Use the original mounting clips if possible.
• No adjustment — this cable has a fixed length; if your engine speed is off after install, you may need to adjust the carburetor linkage or idle screw, not the cable.

Should You Buy It

If your Craftsman, Poulan, or Weed Eater mower’s throttle cable is frayed, stuck, or broken, this is a direct OEM replacement that will restore proper speed control. It’s best for DIYers comfortable with simple cable routing; if your mower has a different cable length or connector style, look up your exact model number first. At $9.99, it’s a low-risk, high-value fix.