Craftsman Riding Mower Yt 3000 Wont Start

Flywheel will still only make a partial rotation and then stops.

Craftsman riding mower yt 3000 wont start.

To determine if the spark plug is defective use a spark plug tester. The most common reason for re. Inspect the spark plug for signs of wear or damage. 18 5 hp 42 mower with electric start automatic transmission.

Mower is a craftsman yt 3000 model number 917 28852. The air filter prevents abrasive particles from entering the engine s cylinders which could cause mechanical wear and oil contamination. 2002 model 917 271653 17 hp electric start briggs and stratton engine. When spark plug is removed engine will crank fine.

Most common sears parts that need replacing on craftsman riding lawn mowers and lawn tractors. The brake interlock switch is a safety device that won t let a riding lawn mower start if the brake isn t on. 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. If the switch breaks you can t start the engine even when your foot is on the break or the break is set.

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. Have power to the white line to the solenoid. New spark plug replaced starter and tried adjusting valves. This repair guide and video show how to install a new riding mower brake interlock switch in about 30 minutes.

Cable to starter and cable to ground has connectivity. Heard a small pop. Craftsman lawn mower won t start. This video provides step by step repair instructions for replacing the drive belt or v belt on a craftsman riding lawn mower.

Checked the solenoid separately by putting power to terminals and got connectivity across power terminals. Purchased in 2006 to cut two acres this continues to be a reliable workhorse.