DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the throttle control trigger on a Toro leaf blower. The most common reason for replacing the throttle trigger is when the leaf blower engine doesn’t throttle up when the throttle control trigger is pulled.
All of the information for this throttle trigger replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Toro
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Before you replace the throttle trigger on your leaf blower first make sure the engine has cooled.
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Next, remove the wire and boot from the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting.
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Now rotate the air filter cover mounting screw counter-clockwise to release the cover.
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Pull off the air filter.
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Next, use a t-25 torx bit screwdriver to remove the screws securing the engine shroud.
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With the screws removed, pry off the shroud – this may require some effort.
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Now use a t-20 torx bit screwdriver to remove the mounting screw securing the cruise control lever.
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Remove the internal linkage.
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Move the on-off switch and wires out of the way.
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Pull off the old throttle trigger and detach it from the throttle cable.
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Prepare the new throttle trigger for installation by transferring the spring from the old trigger to the new one.
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Now attach the throttle cable to the trigger and position the trigger and spring on the handle.
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Reposition the on-off switch and wires and align the internal linkage.
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Reinstall the cruise control lever and rethread the mounting screw to secure – be careful not to over tighten.
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Replace all of the screws.
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Replace the air filter by positioning it around the tabs on the filter housing.
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Realign the cover and rotate the mounting screw clockwise to secure.
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Reattach the wire and boot to the spark plug and your leaf blower should be ready for use.