Craftsman Riding Mower Yt 3000 Wont Start

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.

Craftsman riding mower yt 3000 wont start.

Mower is having trouble starting. 01 spark plug. Flywheel will still only make a partial rotation and then stops. 2002 model 917 271653 17 hp electric start briggs and stratton engine.

Inspect the spark plug for signs of wear or damage. 18 5 hp 42 mower with electric start automatic transmission. This video provides step by step repair instructions for replacing the drive belt or v belt on a craftsman riding lawn mower. Most common sears parts that need replacing on craftsman riding lawn mowers and lawn tractors.

Engine is a briggs and stratton 21hp model no. The air filter prevents abrasive particles from entering the engine s cylinders which could cause mechanical wear and oil contamination. Purchased in 2006 to cut two acres this continues to be a reliable workhorse. The most common reason for re.

To determine if the spark plug is defective use a spark plug tester. Heard a small pop. Cable to starter and cable to ground has connectivity. Have power to the white line to the solenoid.

When spark plug is removed engine will crank fine. If the switch breaks you can t start the engine even when your foot is on the break or the break is set. Checked the solenoid separately by putting power to terminals and got connectivity across power terminals. The brake interlock switch is a safety device that won t let a riding lawn mower start if the brake isn t on.

Mower is a craftsman yt 3000 model number 917 28852. New spark plug replaced starter and tried adjusting valves.