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Cub Cadet 46F Parts Catalog – Factory Part Numbers and Diagrams

Getting the wrong part for your Cub Cadet 46F utility vehicle means a return trip, lost time, and a machine sitting idle. A generic cross-reference or an aftermarket list won’t get you the exact OEM number you need. That’s where a Cub Cadet 46F Parts Catalog from the factory line stops the guesswork. This 74-page document shows you every component as it rolled off the line, with reference numbers matched to exploded diagrams. No interpretation. No “this might fit.” You get the part number, the quantity, and the S/P/F code that tells you if it’s a serviceable item, a part, or a fastener. Compare that to chasing down a mislabeled online listing, and you’ll see why I keep a copy of Cub Cadet 46F Parts Catalog on the shop tablet.

Flip to page 2 of the catalog and you’ll see the axle and steering section laid out with ref numbers, part numbers, descriptions, and quantities. Need a CV boot? Part number 731-05082 is right there – both differential-side and wheel-side boots listed separately. The brake caliper assemblies are on the same page: 961-04043 for RH, 961-04044 for LH, and the brake pad kit (761-04064) contains two pads. That level of detail saves a phone call. When you’re ordering parts for a 4×4 utility vehicle, you don’t want to guess which sway bar mount fits – the catalog calls out “4×4 Units Only” on items like the sway bar mount (707-04655-0637) and the front diff mount (707-04604A-0637).

Axles & Steering: 74 Pages of Factory Parts Breakdown

The entire catalog is organized by system, starting with the axles and steering section – that alone runs 74 pages. Each page has a numbered diagram with callouts. The parts list below the diagram gives you the reference number, part number, description, quantity, and an S/P/F column (Serviceable, Part, Fastener). For example, the differential assembly (918-04236) is listed as a complete unit, but you can also order the axle shaft seal (921-04005) separately. This is OEM-level detail that aftermarket catalogs skip because they don’t have the factory drawings. If you’re rebuilding a front or rear axle on the 46F, you need this document to identify every bushing, bearing, and seal by factory number.

Does This Catalog Include Torque Specs?

No. This is a Parts Catalog, not a service manual. It gives you part numbers, quantities, and diagrams – not torque values or repair procedures. For those, you need the factory service manual. But here’s why that distinction matters: if you order parts using this catalog, you get the correct OEM parts. Then you use the service manual for the torque specs. Trying to combine aftermarket parts lists with generic torque tables is a recipe for stripped threads and leaking seals. Keep the parts catalog on one side of the bench, and the service manual on the other.

3 Reasons OEM Parts Documentation Beats Aftermarket Lists

Aftermarket parts catalogs are reprints of reprints. They blur diagrams, drop dimensions, and replace OEM part numbers with their own cross-references. Here’s what the factory catalog does that aftermarket can’t:

• Exploded diagrams drawn from CAD files – each part in its exact position.
• S/P/F codes – you know if that part is a fastener that needs thread locker, or a serviceable assembly.
• “Not Shown” callouts for internal seals and rings that aftermarket lists usually miss.

That third point is a killer. The 46F catalog lists the diff lock actuator shaft seal (721-0212) under the differential assembly with “Not Shown” – meaning it’s inside the housing but still orderable by number. A generic list skips it. You’d have to buy a whole diff assembly just for a $5 seal. No thanks.

Understanding the Part Number System on the 46F

Every part number in this catalog follows Cub Cadet’s format – seven digits with a dash (e.g., 607-04163A). The suffix letters indicate revisions – A, B, C. If you’re ordering a control arm assembly, the catalog shows the current revision. The reference numbers on the diagram match the rows in the parts list. Pay attention to the quantity column – some items like the screw (710-0489) show a quantity of 1, but the bracket might need 2. The diagram callout tells you exactly. Cross-check the “Ref #” on the diagram with the list. That’s how you avoid ordering one when you need four.

Brake System Parts: Calipers and Pads

Page 2 of the catalog covers the brakes. The RH and LH calipers are separate assemblies (961-04043 and 961-04044), and the brake pad kit (761-04064) is listed separately with a note: “Kit contains two brake pads.” That note matters – some aftermarket bundles try to sell you a single pad. The mounting hardware? Not shown in the brake section but referenced in the axle assembly. You’ll also find the rear brake hose (927-04228) on that page. If you’re doing a full brake job on a 46F, use this catalog to order the calipers, pads, and hose together so you don’t have to stop mid-job.

Can I use this catalog to find torque specs for the suspension bolts?

No. This is a parts catalog – it lists components, not assembly specifications. Torque values come from the factory service manual. Use the parts catalog to get the correct bolt (grade, thread pitch, length), then refer to the service manual for the torque.

What if a part number in the catalog is superseded?

Cub Cadet occasionally revises part numbers. The catalog shows the current revision suffix (e.g., A, B). If you’re ordering from a dealer, they will cross-reference the supersession automatically. For online orders, verify with the dealer using the full number including the suffix. The catalog’s S/P/F column also tells you if the part is serviceable – if it’s marked /P (Part), it’s a non-serviceable assembly that must be replaced as a unit.

When a customer brings a 46F into the shop with a clunk in the front axle, I don’t start guessing bushings. I pull up this catalog, find the control arm assembly on page 2, and order the exact lower control arm with the right ball joint. That’s the difference between a one-day repair and a two-week parts chase. Every shop that works on utility vehicles needs the factory documentation – not a third-party summary. Cub Cadet 21121C29025 Parts Catalog – 73 Pages of Factory Specs covers a different model but follows the same blueprint. For the 46F, Cub Cadet 984 Parts Catalog – 128 Pages of OEM Factory Parts Breakdowns gives you even more depth on other systems. Access the Factory Manual from AutoRepairManuals and keep it on your workbench – it’s the only way to verify part numbers without calling the dealer. For additional context on why OEM documentation matters in the Automotive Industry Overview, the same principle applies – correct component identification saves labor and liability. Automotive Industry Overview