Tecumseh 36045 36045A Primer Bulb for VLV TVS LEV Engines

Replacement non-vented retaining-ring carburetor primer bulb for select Tecumseh Vector, VLV, TVS, LEV, LV and LAV-series engines originally using Tecumseh 36045 / 36045A with a compatible primer-type carburetor.

Reference Part Numbers

Tecumseh: 36045, 36045A, 640259

Oregon: 49-085

Stens: 120-658

Rotary: 9289

Additional Reference: 98271

Fits Select Tecumseh Engines

VLV / Vector Series

• VLV40

• VLV50

• VLV55

• VLV60

• VLV65

• VLV66

• VLV126

TVS Series

• TVS75

• TVS90

• TVS100

• TVS105

• TVS115

• TVS120

LEV Series

• LEV80

• LEV90

• LEV100

• LEV120

LV148 Series

• LV148EA

• LV148XA

LV156 Series

• LV156EA

• LV156XA

LV195 Series

• LV195EA

• LV195XA

Additional Tecumseh Applications

• Select LAV-Series engines originally using 36045 / 36045A or a listed compatible reference
• Select additional Vector-Series engines originally using the listed primer bulb
• Select compatible vertical-shaft Tecumseh lawn mower engines using the same non-vented retaining-ring primer configuration

Fits Select Lawn Mower Brands

Fits select Craftsman, Toro, MTD, Yard Machines, Yard-Man and Lawn-Boy walk-behind lawn mowers powered by compatible Tecumseh VLV, TVS, LEV, LV, LAV or Vector engines originally using 36045 / 36045A or a listed compatible reference with the matching non-vented retaining-ring primer configuration.

Common Applications

Select walk-behind, push and self-propelled lawn mowers and other lawn & garden equipment powered by compatible Tecumseh vertical-shaft engines using the listed primer bulb.

Specifications

• Product Type: Carburetor Primer Bulb
• Primer Style: Non-Vented
• Mounting Style: Retaining Ring
• Outside Diameter: Approx. 1 in.
• Height: Approx. 13/16 in.
• Replacement Type: Aftermarket
• Quantity: 1

Designed to replace a cracked, hardened or damaged primer bulb and help restore proper carburetor priming for easier engine starting.

Important Fitment Information

Tecumseh VLV, Vector, TVS, LEV, LV and LAV engine families may use different carburetors and primer bulb configurations depending on the complete engine model, specification number and production configuration.

This primer bulb is intended only for select applications originally using Tecumseh 36045 / 36045A or a listed compatible reference with the matching non-vented retaining-ring primer configuration.

This is a non-vented primer bulb. Tecumseh used both vented and non-vented primer bulbs on similar-looking carburetors, and they may not be interchangeable.

Engine family, equipment brand or physical primer appearance alone does not confirm compatibility. Please verify your original primer bulb part number, complete Tecumseh engine model and specification number, and carburetor configuration before ordering. Compare the venting style, retaining-ring mounting and approximate dimensions with your original primer bulb where possible.