MTD Huskee LT4200 won’t crank PTO switch cable dies when put in reverse riding lawnmower

[@philliphall5198]

I’m so extremely happy with my 23 year old Murray and 21 year old craftsman No junk added to them 😊😊😊

[@cartalk5585]

The old stuff is almost always better.

[@speaklifegardenhomesteadpe8783]

I think you solved my problem, thank you so much!!! ❤😊❤

[@cartalk5585]

I hope so, really glad I could help.

[@mr2xtc]

Yep I had the same issue too. I just replaced the PTO cable and it worked. I started to mow about 500 ft and the mower stopped. I tried starting it and nothing. Swapped out the battery, nothing. Investigated to see if there was some sensor. Looked at your video and I too noticed my engagement handle was more loose. Pulled back the lever and I was able to start the mower. Got many places on my property I need to disengage and reverse, so hope it won’t be an issue. Can’t try to mow until tomorrow, it’s 91 degrees right now where I’m at. Thanks for the video

[@cartalk5585]

@@mr2xtc glad my video helped you. Are you going to look into getting a spring and just fight it until you have time to put it on? My grass needs cutting to, it’s just been hard to have time to.

[@mr2xtc]

@@cartalk5585 replaced the PTO cable spring combo and it immediately felt loose. Looking at other video. Not sure how to tighten the tension. Or if there is a sensor that cutting the engine because of the looseness. Have to hold the handle to start and back up. Bit of a pain to do so.