Craftsman Riding Mower Yt 3000 Wont Start

Craftsman lawn mower won t start.

Craftsman riding mower yt 3000 wont start.

New spark plug replaced starter and tried adjusting valves. The alternator is a set of wire coils under the flywheel of the engine that generates electricity to power the tractor when it s running. Engine is a briggs and stratton 21hp model no. To determine if the spark plug is defective use a spark plug tester.

Flywheel will still only make a partial rotation and then stops. If the porcelain insulator is cracked an electrode is burned away or damaged or there is heavy carbon buildup at the electrode replace the spark plug. 01 spark plug. The brake interlock switch is a safety device that won t let a riding lawn mower start if the brake isn t on.

The most common reason for re. 18 5 hp 42 mower with electric start automatic transmission. Most common sears parts that need replacing on craftsman riding lawn mowers and lawn tractors. The air filter prevents abrasive particles from entering the engine s cylinders which could cause mechanical wear and oil contamination.

Have power to the white line to the solenoid. 2002 model 917 271653 17 hp electric start briggs and stratton engine. This repair guide and video show how to install a new riding mower brake interlock switch in about 30 minutes. Mower is having trouble starting.

If the switch breaks you can t start the engine even when your foot is on the break or the break is set. This video provides step by step repair instructions for replacing the drive belt or v belt on a craftsman riding lawn mower. When spark plug is removed engine will crank fine. Cable to starter and cable to ground has connectivity.

Inspect the spark plug for signs of wear or damage. Purchased in 2006 to cut two acres this continues to be a reliable workhorse.