What does the drive belt do on a riding mower?

The ground drive belt connects the engine crankshaft to the transaxle pulley to drive the rear wheels. If the belt breaks, the lawn tractor won’t move. If the belt is worn, the lawn tractor moves sluggishly because the belt slips on the pulley.

When should I replace my lawn mower?

Consumer Affairs Magazine, a very reputable publication, advises that you replace the mower if the repair is extensive and it is more than three years old. A manufacturer’s warranty probably will not cover a mower that is more than three years old.

How to replace drive belt on MTD yardman mower?

How to Replace a Drive Belt on an MTD Yardman Mower Step 1. Park the mower on a flat, level surface. Remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug to ensure the mower… Step 2. Lower the deck control lever, setting the deck at its lowest setting. Remove the hex bolts next to the engine… Step 3.

Where is the drive belt on a riding mower?

A spacer is positioned above the pulley on the crankshaft and the top edge radius matches the step on the crankshaft. Remove the lower drive belt from the mower by pulling it towards the engine. Lawn mower belt installation is essentially the removal process in reverse.

How often should you change your mower drive belt?

MTD, the maker of Yardman products, suggests changing the belt every two years or more with exceptional wear. Inspect the belt often throughout the mowing season for nicks, wear or damage. Be alert to the signs of an aging belt such as the slowing of the mower on hills. A worn drive belt places strain on the transmission of a riding mower.

How do you replace the belt on a push mower?

Place the push mower belt in the engine pulley. While pulling the push mower belt from the transmission, slide it over the transmission pulley. Make sure the belt is fully seated in both mower pulleys. Reattach the engine baffle in the reverse order.