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Is your zero turn mower or riding mower not starting, not cranking, or acting like the engine is locked up?
In this episode, I take you through a complete step-by-step diagnostic process to uncover the real reason your mower won't start—and how to fix it fast.
Whether it seems like a dead battery, safety switch, bad starter, or even a seized engine, this video shows you how to diagnose it the right way.
We cover all the most common causes for a no-crank or no-start issue on zero turns and riding mowers, including:
✔ Weak or dead battery
✔ Bad starter solenoid or starter motor
✔ Loose, damaged, or corroded battery cables
✔ Faulty ignition switch or safety switches
✔ Locked-up engine or internal resistance
✔ Seized PTO clutch
Using basic voltage tests and hands-on inspection, I rule out the obvious issues first—battery and wiring—then show how to check for power at the solenoid.
After confirming the engine won’t turn, I dig deeper and discover that it’s locked up.
But the real surprise? The issue ends up being a failing PTO clutch that was locking the engine the entire time.
This problem can affect all major brands, including Toro, Cub Cadet, John Deere, Husqvarna, Troy-Bilt, Craftsman, Exmark, Bad Boy, and more
Whether it's a zero turn or riding mower, if your mower has an electric PTO clutch, this could be something causing the same or a similar issue.
If you need to do further electrical testing see the video at https://youtu.be/58BpPHZkiSs that guides through all safety switch testing procedures
Tools Used:
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Video equipment:
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Microphone:
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About Us:
My name is Martin. I have been repairing tools and small engines for almost 20 years. We operate a small engine repair shop in Illinois. We service / repair Briggs & Stratton, Kohler, Kawasaki, John Deere, Cub Cadet, Toro Tecumseh, Loncin, Honda, Craftsman, Husqvarna, MTD, Troy Bilt, Simplicity, John Deere, Exmark, LCT, Generac and many more brands. We work on riding mowers, walk behind mowers, snow blowers, zero turns, generators, pressure washers and much more. We normally repair about 3,000 pieces of equipment every year and look at many more that are beyond an affordable repair. Hopefully our videos will save you some money and give you the information you need to work on your own equipment or figure out the issue at hand.
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