Husqvarna YTH18542 Won't Start. Quick and Easy Fix!

[@Jsellers1965]

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[@Mike-wc1ns]

I was having the same problem and had it narrowed down to this component but cutting the pin off solved the problem without having to buy a new one. As a note to others, there is a small copper washer that needs to go back on to prevent a gas leak, so be careful not to lose it when you remove this part. Thanks for the tip John!

[@drkhorse1816]

I want you to know you saved me some heartache and pain also a lot of time as my mower is still under warranty repair shop said they would not get to for 4 weeks. Modified the fuel solinoid and the mower is back in business! You are the man! I hope you get a lot more subscribers as you deserve it💵

[@davidskautz]

Changed air filter, oil, oil filter, spark plug, fuel filter.... and then did THIS. AND IT WORKED. THANK YOU SO MUCH!

[@lighthouse933]

John, I hope you are alive and well and read this because this video was absolutely amazing and spot on with what I kept asking myself "why does it turn over for a full two seconds and then just stop instantly and not crank". Tractor would do this every try after I would wait a few minutes. I spent hours googling, watching you tube and troubleshooting and they just did not add up to the issue I was having. Followed your awesome directions and it fired right up. I never saw this part mentioned anywhere else as something to look into. I subscribed to your channel to see what other fixes you may have out there. Thanks so much...its been a long day but, at least I can mow my yard now.

[@Jsellers1965]

I'm alive! Thanks!

[@chrissmith-jm9mo]

After 2 days of messing with my mower and a lot of cussing, tried what you did and it solved it. I could not thank you enough. 🙌

[@annethompson9373]

My husband tried all the obvious things to fix ours and we are so grateful for your video. Worked exactly like you said!!

[@marvels12031983]

I never leave comments, but this one is well deserved. I changed the spark plug, installed new push rods, adjusted the valves, new oil and filter, and new battery. Gave this a try and it cranked up and started after 3 seconds because the gas had drained out. next start cranked once and started with zero problems. Thanks for the video and the knowledge!!! very much appreciated!!!

[@hhawki3]

I pulled my fuel solenoid and tested it and it seemed to be working. I went to Lowes and purchased hex nut m8-1.0 and hex cap screws m8-1.0 x12 and made a plug to plug hole. Mower fired right up. Even though fuel solenoid acts like it’s working doesn’t mean it’s not faulty. Thanks for your post, my friend.

[@reederlyons4674]

John Sellers, THANK YOU for sharing you experience and saving so many of US so many headaches !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I've just followed your instructions and my 4 year old Husv. is working like new again. May the LORD bless your journey and your day. :) :) Thank you again for your very giving attitude and GRAND explanation with LOT"S of video. respectfully, your new OLD carpenter friend :)

[@JK-xq4bk]

My Husqvarna died on me today for the first time in 12 long years! This video was the FIRST that came up for my model number, and from the time I clicked on the link, til the time I was cutting grass again, was about 10-15 minutes; Thanks John for the solution!! I just used a cutting disk on my dewalt grinder and cut the top quarter inch off the pin, replaced the copper washer, and screwed it back on with a 12mm open ended box wrench.

[@Jsellers1965]

I'm glad it helped.

[@nickgalentin5341]

You're a lifesaver! I went the magnet route, put 4 neodymium disc magnets from menards on the bottom and mower is running like it is brand new! $17. Added bonus is thati now have a perfect anti theft device when i stop mowing and move magnets to the oil filter next door. Thank you!!!

[@davidbrant6595]

This was the problem I had. After a few hours of taking the carb off and cleaning it multiple times, getting covered in fuel, still no luck. Would turn over, but not fire. Watched this video, and literally 6 minutes later it runs great. Thanks!

[@smitcc28]

THANK YOU! Can't believe that just worked. I have the same exact ride on mower and it was doing the same thing you described in the video. I first thought it was just a spark plug since it had been awhile since I last changed it. Nope, it was that little "doo-hickey" causing the problem. So grateful for people like you that post videos to help others. Thanks again!

[@vernonpropst2338]

Got a Husqvarna riding mower 2years ago. Past Saturday just stopped running. Knew getting gas to carb. an spark plugs firing. Seen video, tried switch, no click, took solenoid off an cut stem off, runs like charm. Thanks so much for video, saved me money!!!

[@haftusa]

Thank you thank you. I purchased part on Amazon $14 next day delivery. When I went to local repair shop they said most likely not the problem. WRONG! Your a genius! Great advise. Thanks again!

[@XenaTheQuadCamBikah]

I’ve been working on mowers for almost two decades now and can say they are so full of shyte, that fuel solenoid pin gets stuck and is often the cause of no starts with riders that have them.

[@lauraholton8126]

I hardly ever leave comments, but you saved us a ton of time trying to get it start. We cut that piece off and it was fixed immediately! Thanks so much!

[@derekfrench2017]

DUDE That fixed it. I pulled the seat switch out. I replaced the fuel filter. I was looking up replacement parts for the entire fuel system. My mechanic son found your video and forwarded it to me. Mine was spinning. Couldn't hear the click. Pulled the part out, ground down the internal piece. Put it back together and it cranked right up. Sweet. Thanks for sharing.

[@TonyaCongleton-iz9zi]

I want to thank u so much, I am no mechanic but I took the carburetor apart and cleaned it I cleaned the tank I Checked all the gas lines and the switch under the seat……. Nothing. But I found this video and u saved me not only money but time cause I had no idea what to do next. I appreciate this video from the bottom of my heart and appreciate u taking your time to make this video to help people like me out. I gave u a big thumbs up thank u

[@Jsellers1965]

Glad it helped

[@chrisjackson6621]

Just watched your video and my mower was doing the same thing. So I tried cutting the pin and sure enough it fired right up. Thanks for all your help

[@nickthestick31]

This saved me so much time and money. Thank you! My mower fired right up after removing that pin!

[@derrickpowell529]

Amazing video. Was pulling my hair out doing all the normal things , checked fuel filter changed plug replaced ignition coil. This was it the whole time. Started right up thanks so much

[@copper29646]

THANK YOU!!! YOU JUST SAVED ME $$$$! I was cutting grass and mower suddenly shut off. Couldn’t restart. After cleaning carb it wouldn’t start. I did what u did and ding ding, started right up. However, when i plugged the solenoid wires back in, they started burning, melting and smoking. I unplugged solenoid and so far it starts and runs like before. I’m no mechanic, but I’m pretty sure the wires don’t need to be reconnected since that part now serves no purpose to the mower. Woohoo!!!!!

[@pickerick1]

I had already cleaned the carburetor twice before I found your video.today..cut that little needle off like you said and it fired right up....thank you for the video

[@Axxhead]

I would like to join the chorus of thanks in these comments. You saved me a lot of trouble. My yard is an acre and I’m too old to cut the whole thing with a push mower. Thanks for helping me get my mower working.

[@michaelguhl9777]

Thanks John. Easy to follow instructions. Will take a look at the filter as well. Mower is only 3 years old.

[@Moe504.]

Thank you Sir for your helpful information i have the same kind of lawnmower and the same problem with mine i did exactly what you said and it started rite up…… thanks 🤝

[@loudunns1147]

I just watched your video and followed what you did and it cranked right over and is running smooth! Thanks for the fix!!

[@hotrodzwheels]

Mine was doing the same thing and by following your directions I got it running like new…Thank You for sharing

[@Jsellers1965]

Glad I could help

[@smr6482]

I started the video as someone very skeptical but gave in and tried it. Shaved off the part just as you said. Turned the key and it started right up. Thank you very much for your help

[@jimfelland7769]

Thanks John. I have the same mower and had the same problem. Saved me time and money!

[@clarkblankenship2124]

I want to thank you . I had the same problem. I installed a new fuel solenoid and it started on the first time.👍🙏👌

[@Jsellers1965]

Great job!

[@strikemaster1]

Have tried everything except this fix. Will try it tomorrow. Cant wait to see how it goes. This is FYI ok? A mate who worked at a mechanic shop told me once how they fixed a very small 2 min fix problem on a womans car who left it at the shop for the day. It was a loose distributer lead causing a run rough situation. The mechanic listed a whole lot of BS fixes he said he did and charged her $700. I had a similar thing happen on my car brakes... but you cant argue with them while they hold your keys lol. So when the local mower man wanted me to deliver my Husqvana to his shop for a few days... I said forget it mate. haha.

[@genethibodeaux7797]

Worked like a charm! I spent a few hours scratching my head. Thank you!!!!

[@ricardorockiearce]

Sir, thank you very much!!! I did it exactly how you described and it worked...I was tired of throwing money at the problem. Thank you again.

[@HOOSIERDADDY24]

Thank you. I bought my mower 3 years ago and have already had this problem twice.

[@surfingram]

You totally nailed it and saved me $$$ & time. It was the carburetor switch. THANK YOU!!!

[@the_bearded_dadd796]

Man you’re a life saver. Thank you so much for this video! Cut that piece off and she started right up! You deserve a million likes

[@stephenkorn8078]

Thank u. I know nothing about small engine. And I really impressed my wife and got lucky later that night. U the MAN !! She was using the mower when it shut off and was sick that she broke it. Thanks again. !!!

[@gkskforever6909]

Thanks for the tip !!! They told me it wasn’t bad at the husqvarna dealership…

[@charlenecarter2283]

You are the real MVP for this info! Thank you !

[@country_sunshine2925]

Thank you sooo much.. I bought a new one since I was nervous about cutting one and it worked!!!! Was able to do it by myself too!!!!

[@meycoe]

you go, girl!

[@kaisersozae8422]

Legend! Exact same “cause” scenario and fix worked a treat.

[@dwaynekoblitz6032]

I have the same problem and the same exact mower. Tomorrow's payday but today will be perfect for mowing. I'm hoping that this will fix it! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 I'll edit if it works. I'm almost positive it will based on the comments.

[@Jsellers1965]

It works, Let me know your experience.

[@dwaynekoblitz6032]

@@Jsellers1965it didn't work. I've tried everything. I'm a mechanic that makes a fantastic living but my luck with anything that runs on gas just doesn't exist. I've no idea what is wrong with this POS!!

[@lovelightcontinuum]

So well explained. Like many of the commenters I'd tried a LOT of things. Nothing was making sense. Thank You.

[@a.p.aldrich5402]

Mine died while I was mowing grass. I did as you showed and I am up and running. Thanks!!

[@andrewjackson773]

You're the best! Thank you! she running like a dream again!!

[@bootlegga]

I have the same model mower and it shut off while I was mowing a couple weeks ago. Couldn't figure out what the problem was getting it to start. This worked on the first try! Thanks!

[@210johnnyd]

Great video...one exception comment. Bypassing your backup blade shutoff. I use to want to do that to my mower, unfortunately I work in an Emergency room and had a little baby girl that got run over by a mower that was backing up and ran over her leg. Really really bad scene, lost a limb and had to live with it because of that reason. I feel for the family because it was a total accident. No one knew the child was outside. I use to want to do that to my mower but now have to say there is hardly a time that I don't back up on my mower that I don't think about this child. My kids are grown and have no children but you never know. Could be a child, a pet or something. Not worth it.

[@jefflutz7031]

i also want you to know how much headache you saved me. Same problem and your fix was nothing short of brilliant. Thank you so much.

[@richardsonfamilyministries9496]

Hey Friend- I have the same mower and experienced the same problems. I followed you instructions and it worked perfectly! Thank you so much!

[@justhepainter6868]

I fixed the fuel solenoid like you said.. Mower started right up. Thank you very much!!! :-)

[@donacton6014]

Thank you for your helpful video. Fixxed my mower just as you said.

[@dougmcaloney9553]

Fixed mine. Thanks for the help!

[@DanNelson-d1d]

Shot in the dark, but this worked. Thank you sir

[@Jsellers1965]

Your welcome

[@daumantassavicius1203]

Thanks!!!! You saved me tons of time searching whats wrong...

[@peterzimmerman6801]

Thanks so much. I am useless but i was able to do this quickly and it worked just like u said. My neighbors (and wife) are going to be shocked that i fixed it myself

[@Jsellers1965]

Thats great! I think it's important we all know how to fix things on our own.

[@johnklimek9140]

Mower stopped, did a tune up and still nothing. Watched your video, ground the stem and away she went. Thank you so much for the insightful video. JK

[@robertwagner8728]

Nailed it!!! THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!

[@soukuw9146]

Bought a new one and the click is VERY prominent. I don't know if the original is so loud but if it's not clicking it's absolutely the fuel solenoid.

[@Topwiseone]

Took solenoid off, also checked electric to it, Yes to power but solenoid didn't function when reconnected and turned key on. Pretty sure (99%) that is my problem. Ordered new one from amazon $12.99 get it in 4 days. Thank you for the info. Lowes said they'd fix it but would take 4 weeks, have to ship it to Tampa 4 hours away. Suggested I take it to local husqvarna dealer for faster service, I called local dealer and they said since I didn't buy it at their store they will have to let it sit for 3 weeks B4 they would look at it. Gonna report them to Husqvarna and will tell Lowes (where I bought it) about the dealers B.S.

[@harv700]

You are THE Man!!!! Thank you so much!

[@GurnBograt1986]

This is brilliant, thanks John!!! You are a life saver!!!

[@melvinbondaug3718]

Thank you my friend for sharing that video, that was a big help I was going a little crazy try to find the problem, found out a very small thin had to cut off and the lawnmower won’t start right up, your friend on the big Island of Hawaii thank you (aloha)

[@mr.Bowtie40]

I have the same lawnmower been having problems out of my every since I bought the thang thank you sir now my lawnmower won't turn over with the key I have to keep bumping the key to start it ughhh

[@Jsellers1965]

Sorry to hear your troubles. My neighbors just started smoking and his is a year old and he paid $1k more than me from a dealer.

[@cyborg2040]

Fixed mine after checking all the obvious stuff. Thanks for this video!

[@lioneldegrandpre8870]

Good seeing ya out there big brother, and a "Mowing He will go"...LoL

[@Jsellers1965]

Thanks Brother!

[@rrife12]

Awesome video man! So glad I was able to find this. Solved my problem and got me mowing again! Thank you so much for making it!

[@Jsellers1965]

Glad it helped. Mow on!

[@kickice24]

Thank you. That's exactly what happened to me. I was cutting grass and it just died. Cut that pin off and was back in business!

[@franciskaiser957]

Thank you this fixed my mower.

[@bruzzgravely3470]

Brother youbhave helped me a lot

[@brianbradley6137]

THANK YOU! I did everything I could think of but it still wouldn't run. Tried to buy a new one, but nobody has any riding mowers under $4K. I will make it thru the summer now!

[@robertscialpi8788]

John, I have a very similar Husqvarna, same issue it was having, STARVING FOR PETRO, I took the carb out, , I looked at every wrench I had, I had nothing that thin until I took a 12 mm wrench and grinded down until it fit in the area. I took off the bowl, I had seen no gas in the bowl, I CUT THAT DAM PIN OFF, put everthing together within the hour, AND IT RAN LIKE A CHAMP.. YOU CERTAINLY HELPED ME ON THIS ONE.. Years ago they never had those little gizmos, they just add more hedache.. THANK YOU AGAIN JOHN Now I feel the deck shaking more than it should, do you have a remedy for this?..🙂

[@tonis2779]

You saved me money and a big headache. Thank you! Any idea what this part is called or a part number for it so I can eventually replace it?

[@Jsellers1965]

I'm glad I could help, They original part is expensive so I found a work around, knockoffs don't work so this is the fall back.

[@johnluikart5265]

Same thing to me today did what you said and worked like a dream thanks for the tip.

[@69THGILF]

You fixed another one today. Thank you.

[@PatriciaFink-g9s]

This Video Was Right On Point My Friend....Thank You So Much For Sharing....God Bless You.... 💯👍⭐️

[@jayholland4949]

Temporary fix is put a magnet on the bottom of the solenoid. It pulls down the needle and lets the gas flow.

[@jrmm8942]

I tried several very strong magnets but no luck.

[@nickgalentin5341]

Bought 4 neodymium disc magnets at Menards for $17 and slapped them on the bottom. Mower hasn't ran this well for the past 2 years! Awesome advice!!!

[@justinaskew1136]

Thanks! Saved me the other day!

[@sharonmarie1258]

@@jayholland4949 Thanks for the advise. I had just installed a new($10) fuel shut off solenoid. Worked great for the first mow after. Would not start a week later for the next mow. I tried the magnet, and it started right up! It must be a problem with the cheap solenoid. Maybe too tight. You saved me!

[@MichiganMediaOne]

“I could get it from China” That got me laughing! Great info! Great video!

[@danaolivier8274]

Appreciate you! Solved the problem.

[@Jsellers1965]

Glad it helped.

[@CalvinsCorner72]

Darn it I will remember that. Thanks

[@livingthedash6727]

I'm glad I watched this. I'd buy you a case of beer and a bottle of whiskey for this. 😂 Thank you!

[@robertoblanco9269]

i just bought the husqvarna yth 21546 --- my problem is it wont start. I put fresh gas in it, charged the battery and the oil level is fine. It cranks good but just wont start? This thing is brand new and ive never been more frustrated. Is there some easy adjustment that can be made or should i return the mower??. In the troubleshooting manual-- it mentions fuel valve lever--- i didnt notice this.... wheres this at? engine is hv 703

[@Jsellers1965]

Fuel valve should be right by the Carb or on the fuel line leading to it. It should be red. You might also have the same problem with the part in question in my video. It may be stuck closed. Your warranty would mean you would have to return the mower to where you bought it, in my case lowes, and they will send it out to be fixed. Or you might have to have a small engine shop look at it.

[@kenlaminack762]

Did just what this video said and it fixed my problem. Thanks John. Saved me alot of money

[@markpinciotti3705]

Mine has done this since new. Always had to use starting fluid. I'll check this tomorrow

[@moto-fl3rd]

Any luck? Mine needs starting fluid to start and I thought it might be the valves need adjusted. I haven't adjusted them yet.

[@Grrrnthumb]

​@@moto-fl3rd Common problem on these is for the choke cable to be improperly set from the factory. Works for maybe the 1st season without any choke at all (even tho you think you are engaging it) because the motor is so brand-new perfect, but with normal wear needs real choke. 30-second fix. Loosen & readjust choke cable at that 1 screw that holds the middle of the choke cable to the side of the motor. Check at the end of the choke cable where it comes to the motor that the cable is actually pushing the lever as far forward as it can go... so the choke is really being engaged. No more starting fluid needed.

[@moto-fl3rd]

@@Grrrnthumb I'll give it a try. Thanks!

[@aaronbtxnc]

Solved our problem. Thanks so much!

[@swtswtsgr21]

Mine had the same black dirt all over it. Spray it down with Mean Green Mildew. Looks brand new now.

[@kinghxted5319]

That mower is cool 😎 and thx

[@alfonsobenitez8574]

Did you put a cut off valve on the gas line? I did cut the pin off and it fixed the problem. My gas line have a cut off valve and apparently the valve is leaking cause I just put over a quart of none ethanol gas. The next day I have gas inside the engine oil and a flooded carburetor. So I am going to remove the line from the carburator and put some gas in tank and a container. If the container fill with gas. That means that cut off valve is defective.

[@suziesturgill2462]

John I have a 2006 yth26hp and i have a problem with the mower starting after engaged deck, the pully on the left side if on the mower there's no belt on it and i tried loweing the deck to 1 so could check it out and wont go past or to 2nd like locked there, had deck check and they supposedly put new pulleys and belts last Spring but im not so sure they did, has like a clanking sound when engaging deck but now trys to start but will not turn over fully! Any suggestions?

[@Jsellers1965]

Your blades might be bent

[@christinefraley3031]

Thank you! This is exactly what happened to me today!

[@christinefraley3031]

Hey, I'm back! I can't get the Selenoid to come off! Can you give me some advice on that?

[@rrandrewsjr]

Great fit, thank you so much

[@Jsellers1965]

Your Welcome

[@pamherzog997]

This worked like a charm. Thanks so much!

[@kathyjonlittle4641]

I replaced the part to no avail and it costs $81 however I can't find my old one to cut the tip like you suggest. Do you suggest cutting the new one? I also cleaned the carburator and it wants to run if I add the some gas throught the air filter intake. Great video!

[@Jsellers1965]

If the new one doesnt work you may have a short in the circuit, But if you like you can cut the new one if you can not send it back. I hope it helps

[@GeneralChangFromDanang]

My YTH has to crank and crank with the choke on, even on really hot days, before it will finally start. Wouldn't doubt if it's related to this "feature".

[@zenfilter]

✋ Another happy owner. Thank you sir!

[@ghoff1016]

Thank you very much. It works again!

[@jeffbesotes6284]

Thanks solenoid was the problem.

[@mattowens737]

Wow thanks. Saved my butt.

[@vo1non]

Great to know!

[@Jsellers1965]

I hope it helps

[@littlejoe9381]

Thank you.