Replacement Tractor Lawn Mower Battery Cable AM115359 fits John Deere Sabre LX 172 173 176 178 186 188 GT 242 262 275 G 100 etc

What It Is

This is a replacement battery cable set (positive and negative) designed for John Deere lawn tractors with side-mount battery terminals. It connects the battery to the starter solenoid and chassis ground, restoring power delivery on older machines where original cables have corroded or frayed.

Fitment & Compatibility

Check your model number and cable length before ordering. This cable (AM115359) fits John Deere Sabre LX 172, 173, 176, 178, 186, 188, and GT 242, 262, 275, G 100 series. It’s an aftermarket replacement for the OEM part. Measure your existing cables — the positive cable is typically ~36" and negative ~12". If your tractor uses top-post batteries, this cable’s side-mount terminals won’t work. Also verify your battery terminal type (SAE post vs. stud) — this cable uses standard 5/16" ring terminals on the tractor end.

Key Things to Know

• Corrosion check first – If your tractor won’t crank, clean the battery posts and cable ends before buying. Often the issue is a dirty connection, not a bad cable.
• Installation is straightforward – Requires a 10mm socket for the solenoid nut and a 13mm for the battery terminal. Disconnect the negative cable first, then positive. Reverse order when installing.
• Wire gauge matters – This cable uses 6 AWG (thicker than some cheap replacements). If your tractor has a high-compression engine (e.g., V-twin), 6 AWG is minimum. Thinner wire can cause voltage drop and hard starting.
• Terminal orientation – The positive cable has a 90° boot at the battery end. Make sure it aligns with your battery’s side post position (usually on the right side of the tractor).

Should You Buy It

If your original cables are cracked, corroded, or the insulation is peeling, this is a solid, affordable fix. It’s not for top-post batteries or tractors with different cable routing. For the price, it’s cheaper than cutting and crimping your own cables, and the 4.6 rating suggests good durability. Skip it if your tractor starts fine but you’re just troubleshooting — clean your terminals first.