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Lawn Tractor Idler Arm Return Spring (replaces 532401971) 401971

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Part #401971

This part is no longer available.

We've permanently sold out of this part. It's no longer available from the manufacturer and the manufacturer has no substitute for this part. Although our call center staff is always happy to help when possible, they don't have access to this part. If you can't find that part and decide to replace the product, we invite you to visit www.sears.com

Part Information

This idler arm return spring (part number 401971) is for lawn tractors.

Idler arm return spring 401971 returns the idler arm into position, releasing tension on the belt.

Wear work gloves to protect your hands when installing this part.

Reviews

The correct part!
July 14, 2023

I have an old lawnmower. It has been difficult to find the correct parts. You sent the right one. Thank you.

Cbro, Sundance

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Ease of Installation
Moderate
Duration of Installation
Less than 30 minutes

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Drive belt tension return spring for my Craftsman!
August 23, 2022

The return spring is just what I was needing! I have ordered many repair parts from Sears Parts Direct, have never been disappointed or found the need to return.

CJ72, Garnett, Kansas

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Ease of Installation
Moderate
Duration of Installation
30 minutes - 1 hour
Terrible warehouse part packers
June 15, 2022

You sent the wrong part 3 times. I spoke with a sales rep. and she agreed I was sent the wrong part. I ordered a three inch spring and received an 8 inch spring three times. I'll never order from you again. still don't have the correct part.

Russ, NC

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Ease of Installation
Very Easy
Duration of Installation
Less than 30 minutes
easy order and install
October 24, 2021

replace a spring on the blade brake and the two brake pads

paul, rhode Island

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Ease of Installation
Moderate
Duration of Installation
30 minutes - 1 hour

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

A Spring
March 29, 2021

Not sure if it works or not. This spring is super simple to install, but I'm still waiting on other parts I ordered from this place and have no idea when they will arrive. My yard is a jungle from waiting and waiting on parts that should be readily available.

Not H, Jacksonville FL

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Ease of Installation
Very Difficult
Duration of Installation
More than 2 hours

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Simple Task
August 12, 2020

The part was exactly what I needed. It took a strong hand and a pair of plyers, but reasonable simple

Undisclosed, Pearland, Texas

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Ease of Installation
Easy
Duration of Installation
Less than 30 minutes

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Original Spring Damaged by Use.
March 08, 2020

Something jammed into the spring and one of the coils it was bent in the middle. The right side blade wouldn't stop spinning as the damaged spring was not pulling the pad to engage the drum. As there is permanent tension on this sprint, I didn't want to damage it while attempting to stretch the spring. I wound up removing the drive drum. I also released the cable and allowed the entire mechanism to relax before fitting the spring. Then, I replaced the drum. When I replaced the cable, it pulled the spring to its normal position.

Howlandr, Wilmington NC

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Ease of Installation
Moderate
Duration of Installation
1 - 2 hours

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

its a snap to install
October 01, 2019

once I was ready to install, it took about 30 seconds.

Michael47, Mississippi

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Ease of Installation
Very Easy
Duration of Installation
Less than 30 minutes