Ride-on Troubleshooting

Common Tractor Problems

Top Problems:

• Engine cranks but won’t start
• Engine won’t start – just clicks
• How to start a riding mower?
• What’s a choke for?

Starting Problems

Top Problems:

• Engine no crank – won’t start and no click
• Engine stops when blades engaged
• Engine cold start issue
• Safety sensor issues

Cutting Problems

Top Problems:

• Grass trailings
• Chute clogging
• Uncut grass
• Grass catcher troubleshooting

Engine

• Tune up
• Oil type
• Oil quantity
• Oil level check

Fuel System

• Carburetor bowl cleaning
• Carburetor cleaning
• Carburetor float & needle replacement
• Gas tap location

Ignition System

• Spark plug check
• Coil/armature testing
• Spark plug gapping (video)
• Spark plug – no spark testing

Electrical System

• Battery testing
• Starter motor testing
• Starter solenoid test

Blade & Deck

• Deck cleaning
• Blade sharpen (video)
• Torque wrench use (video)

Belt Checks

• Belt replacement
• PTO check
• Deck leveling

Seasonal Maintenance

• Adding gas stabilizer (video)
• Storing your mower (video)
• Winterizing your riding mower

Tractor Mower FAQs

• Can you jump-start a riding mower?
• Do I need mower insurance?
• Should I buy a riding mower?
• How long do riding mowers last?

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Parts & Tools

• Best torque wrench for tightening mower blades
• Mower blade tools
• Mower accessories
• Small engine repair tools

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Repair Safety First

• Repair safety video
• Mower repair safety gear