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Poulan C, OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. HD14542B 14.5 HP 42 Inch Lawn Tractor • Assembly • Operation • Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustments • Storage • Troubleshooting • Repair Parts For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 Si 168191 Rev. 1 2.10.99 SV PRINTED IN U.S.A.
Poulan C, OWNER'S MANUAL MODEL NO. HD14542B 14.5 HP 42 Inch Lawn Tractor • Assembly • Operation • Customer Responsibilities • Service and Adjustments • Storage • Troubleshooting • Repair Parts For Parts and Service, contact our authorized distributor: call 1-800-849-1297 For Technical Assistance: call 1-800-829-5886 Si 168191 Rev. 1 2.10.99 SV PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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... grass can result in order to cause cancer, birth defects, or other objects that may fall off if children enter the area. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. • Never make sudden changes in handling gasoline and other people before dismounting. Adjust and service as...while under the watchful care of alcohol or drugs. Clean oil or fuel spillage. DO: • Mow up , transporting, adjusting or making repairs. Frequently check components and replace with safety devices. aw . 1. Never allow responsible adults, who are often attracted to cool before turning. •...
... grass can result in order to cause cancer, birth defects, or other objects that may fall off if children enter the area. Repair, if necessary, before restarting. • Never make sudden changes in handling gasoline and other people before dismounting. Adjust and service as...while under the watchful care of alcohol or drugs. Clean oil or fuel spillage. DO: • Mow up , transporting, adjusting or making repairs. Frequently check components and replace with safety devices. aw . 1. Never allow responsible adults, who are often attracted to cool before turning. •...
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...FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Please read and retain this manual). It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to service or repair this tractor. MODEL NUMBER HD14542B SERIAL NUMBER DATE OFPURCHASE THEMODEL ANDSERIALNUMBERSWILLBEFOUND ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT. A spark arrester for and using your purchase ...The instructions will enable you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual. If a spark arrester is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should be used on...
...FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Please read and retain this manual). It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to service or repair this tractor. MODEL NUMBER HD14542B SERIAL NUMBER DATE OFPURCHASE THEMODEL ANDSERIALNUMBERSWILLBEFOUND ON A PLATE UNDER THE SEAT. A spark arrester for and using your purchase ...The instructions will enable you cannot easily remedy, please contact your nearest authorized service center/department (See REPAIR PARTS section of this manual. If a spark arrester is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should be used on...
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... the purchaser. This warranty does not apply to the engine, other rights which we find to be paid by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge to an authorized service dealer. Battery Warranty: On products equipped with a Battery, we will replace, without charge for... the instructions furnished. TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES WARRANTY ASSEMBLY OPERATION 2 3 3,15-19 4 6-8 9-14 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS STORAGE TROUBLESHOOTING REPAIR PARTS -
... the purchaser. This warranty does not apply to the engine, other rights which we find to be paid by the original consumer purchaser, we will repair or replace, at our option, without charge to an authorized service dealer. Battery Warranty: On products equipped with a Battery, we will replace, without charge for... the instructions furnished. TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES WARRANTY ASSEMBLY OPERATION 2 3 3,15-19 4 6-8 9-14 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS STORAGE TROUBLESHOOTING REPAIR PARTS -
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...TORQUE. • Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in extension and lower shafts and install 5/16 hex bolt and locknut. MODEL NUMBER HD14542B MOWER DECK KEY PART NO. DESCRIPTION 52 139888 53 131845 54 133943 55 155046 56 122052X 58 140086 59 141043 67 162132 68 144200 71... materials from top to secure. IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO ROLL OFF SKID. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - NO. 1 164961 2 72140506 3 138017 4 138440 5 4939M 6 130832 8 850857 9 10030600 10 140296 11 138498 12 129895 13 137645 14 128774 15 ...
...TORQUE. • Place tabs of steering boot over tab slots in extension and lower shafts and install 5/16 hex bolt and locknut. MODEL NUMBER HD14542B MOWER DECK KEY PART NO. DESCRIPTION 52 139888 53 131845 54 133943 55 155046 56 122052X 58 140086 59 141043 67 162132 68 144200 71... materials from top to secure. IMPORTANT: CHECK FOR AND REMOVE ANY STAPLES IN SKID THAT MAY PUNCTURE TIRES WHERE TRACTOR IS TO ROLL OFF SKID. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - NO. 1 164961 2 72140506 3 138017 4 138440 5 4939M 6 130832 8 850857 9 10030600 10 140296 11 138498 12 129895 13 137645 14 128774 15 ...
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...; Adjust mower to see that the belts are designed to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down. • Get off the ground. MODEL NUMBER HD14542B MOWER DECK • 76 77 68 7141 74i 40 80 37 36 73 ,78/ i 83--- SEAT PA BATTERY BOX DOO LABLE ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO.... (See "BATTERY" in proper position when operating mower. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you to keep the mower deck in CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES section of this manual. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - -
...; Adjust mower to see that the belts are designed to press clutch/brake pedal all the way down. • Get off the ground. MODEL NUMBER HD14542B MOWER DECK • 76 77 68 7141 74i 40 80 37 36 73 ,78/ i 83--- SEAT PA BATTERY BOX DOO LABLE ASSEMBLE GAUGE WHEELS TO.... (See "BATTERY" in proper position when operating mower. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM After you to keep the mower deck in CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES section of this manual. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - -
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - NO. WHILELEARNINGHOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THEFOLLOWINGIMPORTANT ITEMS: Engine oil is at the factory). ./ Be sure mower deck is ... 21/32 X 1 X 21 Ga Bearing Nylon Grip Handle Bicycle Button Plunger Black Link Lift LH Link Lift RH Retainer Spring KEY PART NO. MODEL NUMBER HD14542B LIFT 7 8 5 0 0 3 1 13 4 2 6 6 11 12 19 13 13 , 0 31 32 19 13 31 32 20 k 15 1718 20 20 16 \ 20 15 KEY PART NO. Lift...
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - NO. WHILELEARNINGHOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR, PAY EXTRA ATTENTION TO THEFOLLOWINGIMPORTANT ITEMS: Engine oil is at the factory). ./ Be sure mower deck is ... 21/32 X 1 X 21 Ga Bearing Nylon Grip Handle Bicycle Button Plunger Black Link Lift LH Link Lift RH Retainer Spring KEY PART NO. MODEL NUMBER HD14542B LIFT 7 8 5 0 0 3 1 13 4 2 6 6 11 12 19 13 13 , 0 31 32 19 13 31 32 20 k 15 1718 20 20 16 \ 20 15 KEY PART NO. Lift...
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I Yol , ' It I . . .., : i , .,1 ...Z.....: ? l ....I ....' t 0 s, .- ..--=- 7---4. --''; REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD14542B ENGINE 2 3 co /4 72 / 62 0 0 \;\ 81 13 4 32 31 40 78 44 46 14 15 16 / 38 33 37 33 29 78 ...., ....' I II ! ?... t ' ... ....' ,3 '. NO. 1 140310 2 17720410 3 4 ...
I Yol , ' It I . . .., : i , .,1 ...Z.....: ? l ....I ....' t 0 s, .- ..--=- 7---4. --''; REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD14542B ENGINE 2 3 co /4 72 / 62 0 0 \;\ 81 13 4 32 31 40 78 44 46 14 15 16 / 38 33 37 33 29 78 ...., ....' I II ! ?... t ' ... ....' ,3 '. NO. 1 140310 2 17720410 3 4 ...
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... Fender Eng/Sp Deca Clutch/brake Eng/Sp Deca HP Engine Deca V-Belt Sch Deca Mulch Bag Poulan Deca Btry Dngr/Psn P/L Sym 16 KEY PART NO. MODEL NUMBER HD14542B DECALS 5 2 3 4 7 8 5 17 20 9 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 158271... 2 158168 3 167374 4 167375 5 166265 7 158166 8 157141 9 141897 10 165352 11 160396 16 158169 17 145005 10 19 11 " • • II a • I •♦ • Iy DESCRIPTION Deca Saddle Inst. IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the engine. 10 REPAIR...
... Fender Eng/Sp Deca Clutch/brake Eng/Sp Deca HP Engine Deca V-Belt Sch Deca Mulch Bag Poulan Deca Btry Dngr/Psn P/L Sym 16 KEY PART NO. MODEL NUMBER HD14542B DECALS 5 2 3 4 7 8 5 17 20 9 KEY PART NO. NO. 1 158271... 2 158168 3 167374 4 167375 5 166265 7 158166 8 157141 9 141897 10 165352 11 160396 16 158169 17 145005 10 19 11 " • • II a • I •♦ • Iy DESCRIPTION Deca Saddle Inst. IGNITION SWITCH: Used for starting and stopping the engine. 10 REPAIR...
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... choke to 4". The heights are approximate and may cause engine to "backfire". • Turn ignition key to desired position. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE ... "BRAKE" position and hold tractor secure. The cutting height range is equipped with thumb and move lever to "OFF" position and remove key. MODEL NUMBER HD14542B SEAT ASSEMBLY 18 8 9 8 14 9 7 10 7 O 2 26 16 15 I t:t5 5 25 23 13 17 12 2 „ ir. • 5, ,' 5 _ i / I --", I G ' 4 i : ...
... choke to 4". The heights are approximate and may cause engine to "backfire". • Turn ignition key to desired position. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - IMPORTANT: LEAVING THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN "OFF" WILL CAUSE THE BATTERY TO BE ... "BRAKE" position and hold tractor secure. The cutting height range is equipped with thumb and move lever to "OFF" position and remove key. MODEL NUMBER HD14542B SEAT ASSEMBLY 18 8 9 8 14 9 7 10 7 O 2 26 16 15 I t:t5 5 25 23 13 17 12 2 „ ir. • 5, ,' 5 _ i / I --", I G ' 4 i : ...
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... attachment lift control. • When pushing or towing your tractor on mowers so equipped, or the discharge guard in U.S. disengage attachment clutch control. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD14542B STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor, be sure hood is...
... attachment lift control. • When pushing or towing your tractor on mowers so equipped, or the discharge guard in U.S. disengage attachment clutch control. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER HD14542B STEERING ASSEMBLY KEY PART NO. inches 1 inch = 25.4 mm NOTE: To protect hood from damage when transporting your tractor, be sure hood is...
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...32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - If necessary, add oil until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. WARNING: Experience indicates that can now be ... the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow engine to several attempts, move throttle control to warm up period. MODEL NUMBER HD14542B STEERING ASSEMBLY • 38 I \ , • - • ... •-• 41 42 • 36 62 44 51 27 17 18 tr 19 ...
...32°F(0°C), USE FRESH, CLEAN WINTER GRADE GASOLINE TO HELP INSURE GOOD COLD WEATHER STARTING. Wipe off any spilled oil or fuel. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - If necessary, add oil until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. WARNING: Experience indicates that can now be ... the engine does not accept the load, restart the engine and allow engine to several attempts, move throttle control to warm up period. MODEL NUMBER HD14542B STEERING ASSEMBLY • 38 I \ , • - • ... •-• 41 42 • 36 62 44 51 27 17 18 tr 19 ...
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... terrain and give in U.S. Regulate ground speed by turning to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of the tractor. MODEL NUMBER HD14542B DRIVE KEY NO. 1 PART NO. 2 146682 3 123666X 4 12000028 5 121520X 6 17490512 8 165619 10 76020416 11 105701X 13 74550412 14 10040400 18 ...mow grass when it is extremely tall, it NOTE: All component dimensions give best performance of mower should be used for best mowing performance. FIG. 8 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - Cross Taper DA/PR 18 Arm, Shift Spring, Torsion Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. the second to reduce load...
... terrain and give in U.S. Regulate ground speed by turning to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of the tractor. MODEL NUMBER HD14542B DRIVE KEY NO. 1 PART NO. 2 146682 3 123666X 4 12000028 5 121520X 6 17490512 8 165619 10 76020416 11 105701X 13 74550412 14 10040400 18 ...mow grass when it is extremely tall, it NOTE: All component dimensions give best performance of mower should be used for best mowing performance. FIG. 8 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - Cross Taper DA/PR 18 Arm, Shift Spring, Torsion Washer 17/32 x 3/4 x 16 Ga. the second to reduce load...
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - a.,i i4i , ,,, I Nrl .tr,..,> 91- - ef a , ..,, •-...• ,-- O'.I %, az a1 a „',4 ° i -i lii4lt.'.. - -- i .„; ,---`7%i t. -'1 1 L•.. c5\"` elf, (3O O° e , MODEL NUMBER HD14542B DRIVE „, e 57 89 51 - „.•:.... t----, --.: , -- )▪ vl ..e i I> I 61 145 - 71 96 32 79 30 52 6 1 oa 61 58 62 35 36 34 25 2 4 ...
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - a.,i i4i , ,,, I Nrl .tr,..,> 91- - ef a , ..,, •-...• ,-- O'.I %, az a1 a „',4 ° i -i lii4lt.'.. - -- i .„; ,---`7%i t. -'1 1 L•.. c5\"` elf, (3O O° e , MODEL NUMBER HD14542B DRIVE „, e 57 89 51 - „.•:.... t----, --.: , -- )▪ vl ..e i I> I 61 145 - 71 96 32 79 30 52 6 1 oa 61 58 62 35 36 34 25 2 4 ...
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... should shut off the engine. • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is balanced. CENTER HOLE 5/8" BOLT OR PIN BLADE FIG. 10 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - NO. Blk Fuel Line 24 74780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1 Gr. 5 25 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x...supplied with trailing edge up towards deck as shown. • Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Rear 39 139887 Bracket Asm. MODEL NUMBER HD14542B CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. Lh Mwr. Rh Mwr. Nal••• ••••91IMI NI CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR ...
... should shut off the engine. • When the engine is running and the attachment clutch is balanced. CENTER HOLE 5/8" BOLT OR PIN BLADE FIG. 10 REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - NO. Blk Fuel Line 24 74780616 Bolt Fin Hex 3/8-16 Unc x 1 Gr. 5 25 19131312 Washer 13/32 x 13/16 x...supplied with trailing edge up towards deck as shown. • Tighten bolt securely (27-35 Ft. Rear 39 139887 Bracket Asm. MODEL NUMBER HD14542B CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES KEY PART NO. Lh Mwr. Rh Mwr. Nal••• ••••91IMI NI CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES TRACTOR ...
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... cooling. Do not overfill. C2> 0 OIL FILL CAP/DIPSTSICK FIG. 11 OIL DRAIN PLUG Check the crankcase oil level before oil change. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 11) Determine temperature range expected before starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils.... Pour slowly. ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use . Change the oil after 100 hours of the battery with API service classification SF, SG, or SH. MODEL NUMBER HD14542B CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 24 3 17 25 26 47 • 31 3 14 11 0 30 2 5 26 3 9 15 14 4 • • • •...
... cooling. Do not overfill. C2> 0 OIL FILL CAP/DIPSTSICK FIG. 11 OIL DRAIN PLUG Check the crankcase oil level before oil change. REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL (See Fig. 11) Determine temperature range expected before starting in cold weather, these multi-viscosity oils.... Pour slowly. ENGINE LUBRICATION Only use . Change the oil after 100 hours of the battery with API service classification SF, SG, or SH. MODEL NUMBER HD14542B CHASSIS AND ENCLOSURES 24 3 17 25 26 47 • 31 3 14 11 0 30 2 5 26 3 9 15 14 4 • • • •...
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... SCREWS DIPSTICK TUBE ASSEMBLY AIR SCREEN • ENGINE COOLING FINS FIG. 13 SPARK PLUG COVER CARTRIDGE NUT FOAM PRE-CLEANER FIG. 12 PAPER CARTRIDGE BASE REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - DESCRIPTION 1 144925 2 74760412 8 156417 16 153664 19 10090400 20 73350400 21 166181 22 4152J 24 4799J 25 146147 26 166180 27 73510400 28...
... SCREWS DIPSTICK TUBE ASSEMBLY AIR SCREEN • ENGINE COOLING FINS FIG. 13 SPARK PLUG COVER CARTRIDGE NUT FOAM PRE-CLEANER FIG. 12 PAPER CARTRIDGE BASE REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - DESCRIPTION 1 144925 2 74760412 8 156417 16 153664 19 10090400 20 73350400 21 166181 22 4152J 24 4799J 25 146147 26 166180 27 73510400 28...
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REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - CLAMP CLAMP FUEL FILTER FIG. 14 CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of ... mowing season or after every 100 hours of all foreign matter. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of operation, whichever occurs first. MODEL NUMBER HD14542B ELECTRICAL • 0 42 24 41 I I 'I 43 4 44 26 40 19 20 /Cc; 0 / 25 / 33 30 81 2 48 ' 0 27 • 52 29 28 • I 70 r- 6 16...
REPAIR PARTS TRACTOR - - CLAMP CLAMP FUEL FILTER FIG. 14 CLEANING • Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. SPARK PLUGS Replace spark plugs at the beginning of ... mowing season or after every 100 hours of all foreign matter. • Keep finished surfaces and wheels free of operation, whichever occurs first. MODEL NUMBER HD14542B ELECTRICAL • 0 42 24 41 I I 'I 43 4 44 26 40 19 20 /Cc; 0 / 25 / 33 30 81 2 48 ' 0 27 • 52 29 28 • I 70 r- 6 16...
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... the fuel lines and carburetor are securely fastened. IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM. Do not lose). • Repair tire and reassemble. • On rear wheels only: align grooves in axle groove. • Replace axle cover. When mower is to affect the ... neutral when the gear shift lever is removed from your local parts dealer. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is preset at the factory; TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS (See Fig. 24) • Block up all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of...
... the fuel lines and carburetor are securely fastened. IMPORTANT: NEVER COVER TRACTOR WHILE ENGINE AND EXHAUST AREAS ARE STILL WARM. Do not lose). • Repair tire and reassemble. • On rear wheels only: align grooves in axle groove. • Replace axle cover. When mower is to affect the ... neutral when the gear shift lever is removed from your local parts dealer. NOTE: Fuel stabilizer is preset at the factory; TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS (See Fig. 24) • Block up all dirt, grease, leaves, etc. STORAGE Immediately prepare your tractor for storage at the end of...
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..., altitude or load. TO ADJUST GAMUT1-0'0d The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the Repair Parts section. Do not adjust damage may cause your battery is factory adjusted. GOVERNOR CONTROL LEVER GOVERNOR CONTROL PLATE HEADLIGHT WIRE CONNECTOR c FIG. 28 HOLES...
..., altitude or load. TO ADJUST GAMUT1-0'0d The carburetor has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be recharged. (See "BATTERY" in the Repair Parts section. Do not adjust damage may cause your battery is factory adjusted. GOVERNOR CONTROL LEVER GOVERNOR CONTROL PLATE HEADLIGHT WIRE CONNECTOR c FIG. 28 HOLES...