How To Easily Fix A 30" Rear Engine Riding Mower That Will Not Start, Won't Crank Or Won't Turn Over

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Did you go to start your 30 inch riding mower and when you turned the key it would not do anything?
We go through a Craftsman 30" rear engine rider that will not start.
The symptoms for this fix can be that the mower will not start, won't crank do, will not turn over or won't do anything when you turn the key
These fully guided instructions work for all rear engine riding mowers made by Craftsman, Cub Cadet, MTD, Yard Machines or Murray.
Includes models TB30, TB30B, TB30R, R110, RER1000, CC30H and MANY others
We go over the complete diagnosis and repair process to look out for if your riding mower will not start to crank over when you turn the key.
This in-depth electrical analysis takes you through all aspects of the mower starting system and show how to test/repair
Mower will not turn over so it will not start.
No power to the mower when turning the key it does nothing
We check the voltage, switches and battery to confirm what the issue is.
We show all possible issues and go through testing/repair process
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Discover the foolproof secrets to resurrecting your 30" Riding Mower when it won't crank over to start.
Get the secrets to make it work when you turn the key the first time
From tackling the dreaded starting issues to banishing non starting & no power, this comprehensive guide has got you covered.
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[@awakenedtotruth8419]

Finally, someone showed all the safety switch locations. Thank you!

[@IndRepair]

Glad to help! Thanks for watching!

[@christinehancock7931]

Thanks boss my two solenoid wires came loose for me and pop off and i didnt see it fixed and run great

[@IndRepair]

Awesome job

[@michaelfarris2556]

Won't be long, and you will get that fancy plaque for your wall. Thanks for your time and help.

[@IndRepair]

I hope it will come one day! Thanks for your words and for watching!!

[@frankie7508]

Excellent run down of the safety switches and how to test them, great job. Danny Boy 73 just puts a bolt through the mulch Cover, close to the safety switch and bolts the mulch cover directly to the frame of the machine. Your idea to heat up and plastically deform.The mulch cover at the safety switch is another good idea. Thanks again for the video. 👍👍👍

[@IndRepair]

A bolt works well but I have many customers who switch between bagging, side discharge or mulching so it needs to be easily removed. Thanks for your comment and for watching

[@breannaoliver6316]

​@@IndRepairestoy muy contento que ya rebasastes los 17k subscriptores, muchas felicidades!!

[@IndRepair]

¡¡gracias!!

[@garypratt1453]

Excellent presentation 😊

[@IndRepair]

Thank you, I appreciate that!

[@garypratt1453]

Yes helped

[@IndRepair]

So glad to help! Awesome!

[@rey6206]

Outstanding video best one I ever seen

[@IndRepair]

I appreciate that!

[@JordanKline]

Thank you so much. Mine was the stupid button against the side shoot. You saved me so much time and probably money.

[@IndRepair]

Seems like an extremely common issue! Glad you got it taken care of

[@paulmysliborski4832]

Great vid! I have a 2017 TB30, and maybe my story could help someone else as well... On my 2017, the brake-engage switch is up inside the frame on the right side. A mere 3-inches from the chute/plug switch. (I had no idea it was there..) When I removed my deck last fall, I forgot to unplug the chute switch, and it was tugging on the wires. When I realized that, I unplugged it and went about my business. When I reinstalled the deck, the mower would not start. I immediately checked the chute switch, and all other ones.(Numerous times!) All were fine. After going crazy and pulling the solenoid to bench test, I checked the wiring diagram online. I saw the 4th switch in the diagram, but had to search for it on the mower. When I found the damn thing, I discovered that by tugging at the wiring for the chute switch, it had pulled the brake switch out of alignment. (It has one mounting point, and can pivot.) I pushed it back into alignment, and BAM! I went through hell for 3 days with that little debacle. Here's hoping this will save someone else!! Lol

[@IndRepair]

Great info and help for others!

[@rickbroerman9267]

Thank you for your videos 📹!!! I Love them!!!

[@IndRepair]

Thanks for watching and for your comment!!

[@chrisowen9378]

The wiring loom on that mower is insane !!! Power windows and door locks ???

[@IndRepair]

It should have with that much wiring!

[@robertmcmahon2744]

Thanks for another useful video. Sending another few bucks your way to say "Thanks"🤝 Peace out and God Bless.😎✌🖖🤘🙏

[@IndRepair]

Hey, I really appreciate that! Thanks so much for watching also!

[@kencurtis228]

TY for Sharing

[@IndRepair]

Thanks for watching!

[@JP67521]

great information

[@IndRepair]

I appreciate that! Thanks for watching!

[@robertmcmahon2744]

Thanks!

[@IndRepair]

Thank you!

[@susanpalmer3133]

I have this lawn mower and the blades will not engage and I don't know what to do. It's been in the shop four times. It's brand new. I've only cut my grass one time and it's been 5 months. Is there anything you can do to help me please? Please help me

[@IndRepair]

What height are you trying to engage it on now? Lower the deck height then engage the blade and see if it works. I see the idler arm get jammed between the deck and frame often and will cause this issue. Otherwise, what is it doing when you engage the blades? Any noise or anything at all? Does it feel like there is tension?

[@garyanderson4374]

Cant find the BRAKE interlock switch...where is it?

[@IndRepair]

On many of these is is on the right side (as you are sitting on the mower) almost to the rear. If you look directly above the safety switch on the deck you will find the location attached to the frame just in front of / almost under the engine

[@Shirmagedrusclau]

This exact lawn mower it will start it will run for about a half hour or so and then all the sudden it starts sput sput sputtering and completely dies. I use high premium gas in it. Any ideas what it could be where it just dies. Oh I did replace the air filter didn't make a difference

[@IndRepair]

Fuel supply. Lines, filter, carburetor or fuel tank vent likely

[@jjpac2011]

My 30" craftsman (looks same model as yours, just different badging) won't go in reverse when engaged. Is there an adjustment bolt somewhere? The front engine craftsmans (and others) have a 2 bolt attachment but mine doesn't. I have barely 2 hours on it so still new. thank you.

[@IndRepair]

Hey there, you can find a video on the adjustment at kzbin.info/www/bejne/moGUhnxoZt-npbM

[@jjpac2011]

@@IndRepair thank you! will definitely check it out today. much appreciated.

[@IndRepair]

@jjpac2011 glad to help!

[@jjpac2011]

@@IndRepair Thank you, thank you, thank you! Exactly what I was looking for. Searched high and low not just for YT videos but for manuals, etc. You saved me from eventually having to take it to the shop, saving me a bunch of money. Mahalo from the Pacific! What an easy fix.

[@IndRepair]

@@jjpac2011 Awesome news!

[@Shirmagedrusclau]

What is the weight of oil to put in this machine

[@IndRepair]

10W30

[@motorsportsGEO]

I'm having an issue with this mower. Ran and cut fine. Shut down in the middle of cutting. Found a blown fuse. Replaced fuse and will blow fuse as soon as key is turned before the starter can even engage. Replaced ignition switch but no change. I'm guessing some type of short but no clearly visible exposed wires. Any suggestions ?

[@IndRepair]

Disconnect one thing, safety or switch at a time and see when it stops blowing. Start by disconnecting the starter since it only happens when key is to "start" position correct?

[@motorsportsGEO]

@@IndRepair ok thanks, I'll check the safety switches. And I'll disconnect the starter. I jumped the starter by connecting the two solenoid posts and the starter cranks.

[@IndRepair]

May crank but could be pulling high amperage to blow the fuse still

[@NEXTbigSTAR1]

There isno switch under the steering wheel, could there be another location for that switch

[@IndRepair]

Some of them are on the right side if sitting on the machine. It will be just in front of the engine at the right corner directly under the frame, you can see a small bolt in this location if the switch is here

[@LymanFrenier]

I replaced the battery solenoid put a new spark plug in also a new air filter and a new gas filter when I try to start it up it just cranks it’s A tb30r also I can smell gas help

[@IndRepair]

Start with seeing if you are getting spark, then fuel, then compression. One will be missing

[@philliphall5198]

It’s crazy how much damage some people can do to a mower trying to fix it, the damage they do costs them big money in labor and parts 😢😢😢

[@IndRepair]

I see so much self inflicted damage it is unreal! Thanks for watching!!

[@MarlaSheppard-t2b]

The belt keeps shreading and flying off

[@IndRepair]

Idler pulley or spindle locked up or brake stuck on?

[@jerryt4701]

On my 2012 TB30, I can not find a park interlock switch. I had no problem finding the other PTO, deck and seat switch. I see no wires going to the steering column base area even after removing both plastic bases. So, is it possible that there is no park interlock on my 2012 model TB30?

[@IndRepair]

It looks like it is in the back underneath on what would be the right side if looking at the mower from behind. Have someone move the brake and see what is moving in back, there will be an interlock switch there somewhere

[@jerryt4701]

@@IndRepair I finally found it on the right side just inside of the right frame rail. It is just above the right rear mower deck just above the hinge that connects to height adjustment. Thanks for your help.

[@IndRepair]

Awesome! Glad to help

[@paulmysliborski4832]

​@@jerryt4701 I went through hell trying to find that switch on my 2017 TB30 last year. I removed the deck and forgot to disconnect the chute/plug switch. Turns out if you tug at those wires, it can misalign that brake switch. (they are only inches from each other).

[@philliphall5198]

Get a starter jump starter tool 😊

[@IndRepair]

They come in handy and save tons of time dragging out a charger!

[@SoggyCashew]

I have a no charge issue. It starts right up if battery is charged OR I jump it like you abd i can cut grass and after awil i can shut it off and it will start right back up but if I let it set for day then it won't start. It'll be dead again

[@IndRepair]

New battery?

[@ultramega72]

these mowers are garbage

[@IndRepair]

Only thing in the 30" market anymore so people with smaller gates don't have a choice. They are also $2,000, crazy world!

[@ultramega72]

@@IndRepair Bought it 5 years ago, for less than $1000, and now its double the price. Now, I'm about to drop $300 to change the starter motor, so servicing it is pricy as well. Garbage.

[@IndRepair]

Way of the world today unfortunately