Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting the Tractor
PROBLEM
Engine will not turnover
or start.
Engine starts hard or
runs poorly.
Engine knocks.
Excessive oil
consumption.
Engine exhaust is black. Dirty air filter.
Engine runs, but tractor
will not drive.
Brake will not hold.
Tractor steers hard or
handles poorly.
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LOOK FOR
Brake pedal not
depressed.
PTO (electric clutch) switch
is in ON position.
Cruise control engaged.
Out of fuel.
Fuse is blown.
Battery terminals require
cleaning.
Battery discharged or
dead.
Wiring loose or broken.
Solenoid or starter motor
faulty.
Safety interlock switch
faulty.
Water in fuel.
Gas is old or stale.
Fuel mixture too rich.
Engine has other problem. See authorized dealer.
Low oil level.
Using wrong grade oil.
Engine running too hot.
Using wrong grade oil.
Too much oil in
crankcase.
Ground speed control
pedals not depressed.
Transmission release lever
in PUSH position.
Parking brake is engaged.
Traction drive belt is broken
or slipping.
Internal brake worn.
Steering linkage is loose.
Improper tire inflation.
Front wheel spindle
bearings dry.
Fully depress brake pedal.
Place in OFF position.
Move knob to NEUTRAL/OFF position.
If engine is hot, allow it to cool, then refill the fuel tank.
See authorized dealer.
See Cleaning the Battery and Cables section.
Recharge or replace battery.
Visually check wiring. If wires are frayed or broken, see authorized
dealer.
See authorized dealer.
See authorized dealer.
See authorized dealer.
See authorized dealer.
Clean air filter.
Check/add oil as required.
See Oil Recommendations Chart.
See authorized dealer.
See Oil Recommendations Chart.
Drain excess oil.
See Servicing the Air Filter section.
Depress pedals.
Move into DRIVE position.
Disengage parking brake.
See authorized dealer.
See authorized dealer.
See authorized dealer.
See Check Tire Pressure section.
See authorized dealer.
REMEDY