–– Connect your spark plug wire and check with a tester clean and reset the gap, or replace if necessary –– If the tank is properly fueled, check to see if the fuel line or filter is compromised by debris or dirt clean your fuel line and replace the filter if necessary –– Ensure the throttle/choke is in the starting position –– Check to make sure the black ground wire is running from the engine to the frame or mounting bolt –– Check the fuse box for loose connections, pinched wires, or bare wires – replace with an automotive type fuse if necessary –– If you suspect your battery is weak or dead, check the fluid levels if the fluid is low, fill just below the split rings with water and fully charge your battery –– Your battery should be properly installed: negative terminal attached to the black ground wire, positive terminal attached to the big red wire going towards the solenoid –– While sitting in the operator's seat, check that the safety switch button is pressed down, the deck completely disengaged, and the parking brake fully engaged Your tractor might not crank at all for five different reasons, but try these simple fixes: –– Refer to your engine manual for the proper carburetor adjustment –– Check the air filter to see if it needs to be cleaned or replaced –– Check the spark plug to make sure its gap isn't too wide – if so, refer to your manual to reset the gap –– Check the spark plug to see if it's turned foul or faulty – replace if necessary –– If you've overfilled the engine with oil, drain it and refill to the proper level –– Refer to the model's engine manual if you need to adjust the carburetor –– If you find that your fuel system has been compromised by dirt or water, drain the fuel tank and refill with fresh fuel –– Make sure the fuel line is clean and the tank is filled with new gas –– The spark plug should be connected and properly tightened –– Finally, check to see if the mounting bolt on the engine is loose – tighten or replace the bolt if necessary –– If you notice you have a bent blade, replace it –– You need to tighten the blade and adapter, followed by balancing the blade This will usually happen because of three main issues: –– Clean your air filter of debris and dirt, and replace if necessary –– If your engine's flooded, don't prime the mower – wait to restart –– Clean or adjust the spark plug gap, and replace if necessary –– You need to reconnect the spark plug wire If you can't get your mower to turn over, it might be one of these seven common issues: With a number of frequently asked questions, we'll guide you through easy at-home steps to troubleshoot your MTD outdoor power equipment from the comfort of your own garage. Whether it's your mower, tractor, or handheld equipment, P&P Small Engines is here to answer all of your MTD troubleshooting questions.

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