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Bolens 5117H, 1700 1989 Parts Catalog – Factory Parts List

You ever order a part blind, wait a week, then find out it’s the wrong bracket or a different thread pitch? That waste of time and money hits harder in a home garage than a dealership shop. When you’re working on a Bolens 5117H (1700) garden tractor from 1989, guessing part numbers leads to nothing but frustration. This Parts Catalog stops the guessing cold. It’s the original factory document – 19 pages of exploded views and genuine Bolens part numbers. No aftermarket re-draws, no third-party translation errors. Just the same booklet a dealer would have pulled in 1989.

What You Get in These 19 Pages

Bolens printed this Parts Catalog in November 1989 under form number 176-0237. It covers serial numbers 0300101 through 03999999 for Model 5117H (also listed as 1700). The manual is built around nine exploded-view assemblies – starting with Body Work and Trim on page 2, and continuing through engine, drivetrain, steering, and more. Each assembly includes a reference number cross-referenced to an OEM part number and description. You’ll find items as small as a nylon washer (1755493) and as specific as a foot rest pad (1752894). The part numbers are the ones your dealer still uses – not a re-numbered aftermarket equivalent. That means you call, give the number, and get the correct piece the first time. No returns, no re-orders. Want to see the full list? Check the related Bolens DuraTrac Tractor 5100 Series Service Manual for additional service procedures, but stick with this catalog for parts identification.

Exploded View Assembly: Page 2 Breakdown

Page 2 of the catalog shows the Body Work and Trim assembly. Sixty-eight numbered callouts point to every panel, decal, fastener, and trim piece from the hood to the fender. For example, reference number 7 is the instrument panel (1755413), number 19 is the fender (174821BDG), and number 67 is the left hood decal (1753920). The exploded drawing gives you a clear visual of how each piece fits. When you’re disassembling the tractor for paint or repair, having this view means you can label your parts and know exactly where they go. No guessing. Bolens engineers designed this catalog so that a technician in a field shop could identify any part in under two minutes. You get the same efficiency.

Part Numbers and Descriptions: Page 3 Reference

Page 3 is a table that turns those reference numbers into orderable parts. Each row lists the reference number (from the drawing), the Bolens part number, a description, and the quantity required per assembly. Take the seat – reference number 1, part number 1755490, description “Seat”, quantity 1. Simple. The fastener list includes thread sizes and lengths: hex screw 5/16-18 x 1 (1186302), fl. lock screw 1/4-20 x 5/8 (1186309). You won’t find generic “bolt” listings here. The catalog gives you the exact thread and length so you can match it at the hardware store if you need a temporary fix, but the OEM part number is the reliable path. This page is the one you’ll bookmarked for every repair order.

Source Authenticity: OEM Factory Print vs. Aftermarket Copies

AutoRepairManuals sells the original scan of this document – not a reprint from a third-party aggregator that might have scanned a scan. The cover says “SUPERSEDES 4259-2,” meaning this is the corrected release. Aftermarket part catalogs often miss these revision notes, and you end up with outdated part numbers that don’t match your tractor’s serial range. The Bolens 5117H manual you get here is a direct copy of the factory print, so the exploded views are crisp and the part numbers are legible. Combine it with the FMC Bolens 1666 Parts Catalog – 23 Page Factory Parts List if you work on multiple models – but for the 5117H, this 19-page document is the only one you need. For a broader view of tractor parts documentation, the Automotive Industry Overview gives context on how OEM catalogs standardize repair workflows.

3 Reasons to Keep This Catalog on Your Bench

First, it eliminates trial-and-error part ordering. Second, the exploded views show fastener locations that cheap service manuals leave out – like the two nylon washers (1755493) under the seat mount. Third, it includes decal part numbers for restoration. Want a fresh “2-Speed” decal (1755502) or the ignition decal (1754446)? They’re in here. Restoring a 1700 model to showroom condition requires these small details. This catalog gives you every number. Pack it with the FMC Bolens 1660 Parts Catalog – 23-Page Factory Parts List if you also work on the 1660, but for the 5117H, this is the definitive reference.

Does This Manual Cover the Fuel System?

Yes – the full parts breakdowns for the engine and fuel components are included in the subsequent pages beyond page 3. The catalog covers the complete tractor: engine, drivetrain, steering, brakes, electrical, and chassis. Every assembly follows the same format: exploded drawing and part number table.

Who Needs This Parts Catalog?

Home garage guys restoring a 5117H and professional shops servicing a 1700 both benefit. Beginners should use it as a reference before ordering any part – compare the drawing to your tractor, find the reference number, then look up the part number. Experienced mechanics will use it to verify supersessions and locate obsolete-cross parts. The 19 pages are compact enough to print and keep in your toolbox. No fluff, no generic advice – only the numbers that matter. For a quick look at how automotive documentation standards evolved, the Automotive Industry Overview provides background, but your time is better spent with the catalog open on your bench.

FAQ

Does this catalog include torque specs or service procedures?

No. This is a parts identification document, not a service manual. It gives you part numbers and exploded views. For torque values and repair steps, you need a separate service manual.

What is the difference between model 5117H and 1700 in this catalog?

Both are listed under the same cover. The 1700 is an alternate designation for the 5117H. The serial number range applies to both. The parts are identical, so you can use this catalog for either model name.

Stop ordering the wrong parts. You know the frustration of a box that doesn’t fit. Get the factory-issued Bolens 5117H, 1700 1989 Parts Catalog – the same 19 pages a Bolens dealer would have pulled in 1989. Identify the part, confirm it on the exploded view, and order with confidence. Access the Factory Manual now and keep it on your bench.