Description

Cub Cadet 3240 Parts Catalog

If you’re working on a Cub Cadet 3240 and you’ve ever ordered the wrong air filter or gasket because the parts diagram in some generic book was fuzzy, you know the frustration. That’s where a factory Cub Cadet 3240 Parts Catalog makes the difference. This is the same document dealers used to pull part numbers.

Anyone who has swapped an intake gasket on a Kohler engine knows what can happen when you guess at the part number. The wrong gasket thickness throws off the mixture. The manual gives you the exact Kohler part numbers. Page 2 lists the air intake system — cover, element, precleaner, gaskets, and even the wing nut. Each component has a reference number, quantity, and the S/P/F code that tells you if it’s serviceable or part of a kit. That level of detail keeps you from ordering a $3 seal twice.

Air Intake System: Exact Part Numbers from Page 2

Page 2 of this Parts Catalog covers the air intake for the Cub Cadet 3240. You get 20 individual components including the KH-54-755-01 Knob with Seal kit, the KH-24-096-69-S Cover, and the KH-47-083-03 Element. The S and P flags tell you what is stocked separately or only in a kit. That saves you a trip to the dealer.

Blower Housing and Baffles – Page 4 Breakdown

Blower housing parts are often incorrectly substituted. Page 4 gives you the exact housing (KH-24-027-20) and each baffle and screw. The manual lists M5 and M6 hex flange screws by length so you don’t strip threads using a 16 mm screw where a 20 mm belongs. When you assemble the blower housing, those plastic nuts (KH-24-100-02) are specific. Cross-reference with aftermarket sources and you’ll get a different thread pitch every time.

Brake and Control Pedals Assembly

The brake and control pedals section covers over 50 parts on a single exploded view. You get the pedal shafts, springs, linkages, and all the roll pins. Without this manual you’re digging through a bin of fasteners trying to match a 5/16” clevis pin by eye. The catalog gives the exact part number for each pin, spring, and pedal pad. That means one order, not three.

61 Pages of Factory-Coded Part Numbers

This manual runs 61 pages and covers every major assembly: air intake, blower housing, brakes, controls, steering, electrical, and engine components. Each page uses factory drawing numbers and the same S/P/F coding system. If a part is superseded, the catalog reflects that — not some third-party translator’s guess. That is the difference between a $200 mistake and a $12 part.

Why OEM Parts Catalogs Beat Aftermarket

Aftermarket parts catalogs often reuse blurry scans or omit supersession notes. This is a direct OEM PDF from Cub Cadet. The part numbers in this document are the same ones on the factory line. For context on why OEM documentation is critical, see the Automotive Industry Overview. That applies to any machine that operates under load — tractors, mowers, generators.

Who Needs This Parts Catalog?

Home garage mechanics who maintain their own Cud Cadet 3240. Small engine repair shops that see a lot of Kohler engines. Landscapers who need to keep a fleet running without tying up a phone line calling dealer parts counters. The catalog lays out each sub-assembly so you can order exactly what you need. For additional perspective on industry standards, refer to Automotive Industry Overview.

FAQ

Can I use this catalog to service my Cub Cadet 3240?

No. This is a parts identification manual, not a repair procedure guide. It helps you order the right parts, but you’ll need a separate service manual for torque specs and disassembly steps.

How do I find the correct part number from a worn-out component?

Look up the assembly page (e.g., air intake page 2) and compare your part’s shape and location to the exploded diagram. Note the reference number next to the part, then read the table row below for the part number and description. If your part is part of a kit, the table will list the kit number. Cross-check the quantity column to make sure you order enough hardware — gaskets often come in packs of 2. The S/P/F column tells you if that part can be ordered separately (S) or only as part of a repair kit (P). If you’re unsure, call the discount parts hotline listed on the manual’s cover page; they use this same catalog to look up parts.

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Access the Factory Manual and stop guessing which gasket or screw goes where. One document, 61 pages of OEM data, and you’ll have every part number for the Cub Cadet 3240 right on your screen.