Craftsman Riding Mower Yt 3000 Wont Start

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Craftsman riding mower yt 3000 wont start.

Cable to starter and cable to ground has connectivity. Have power to the white line to the solenoid. 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. 2002 model 917 271653 17 hp electric start briggs and stratton engine.

Craftsman lawn mower won t start. When spark plug is removed engine will crank fine. Mower is a craftsman yt 3000 model number 917 28852. The most common reason for re.

18 5 hp 42 mower with electric start automatic transmission. Checked the solenoid separately by putting power to terminals and got connectivity across power terminals. The air filter prevents abrasive particles from entering the engine s cylinders which could cause mechanical wear and oil contamination. 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.

Purchased in 2006 to cut two acres this continues to be a reliable workhorse. New spark plug replaced starter and tried adjusting valves. 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.

Inspect the spark plug for signs of wear or damage. Most common sears parts that need replacing on craftsman riding lawn mowers and lawn tractors. To determine if the spark plug is defective use a spark plug tester. This video provides step by step repair instructions for replacing the drive belt or v belt on a craftsman riding lawn mower.

Engine is a briggs and stratton 21hp model no. This repair guide and video show how to install a new riding mower brake interlock switch in about 30 minutes.