Honda air cleaner (or air filter). If the air filter is clogged or dirty, the engine may not start or may run rough.
Total length is 53 inches. Conduit length is 40 inches. MTD has updated this part. It is now manufactured with a hook on the upper end. This replaces the old clamp style. If the control cable is broken, the lawn mower's self-propel feature won't work.
Genuine MTD 942-0741X Extreme blades features more cutting surface than standard blades. Creates finer mulch and when bagging, leaves fewer clippings on the turf.