Lawn Mowers Repair Guides

Fix your lawn mower yourself. Carburetor cleaning, blade replacement, starting problems and maintenance for Toro, Honda, Craftsman and more.

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Most lawn mower problems come down to fuel, spark or air. Stale gas causes 80% of starting issues—drain it and add fresh fuel. A new spark plug costs $4-8, air filters run $8-15. Carburetor cleaning fixes most running problems for $15-30 in parts. These guides cover push mowers, self-propelled models and riding mowers from Toro, Craftsman, Honda and other brands.

Common Lawn Mowers Problems

Lawn mower won't start

Check fuel freshness, spark plug and air filter. Most no-start issues are fuel-related.

Mower runs rough or surges

Dirty carburetor or clogged fuel filter. Clean carb jets and replace fuel lines.

Self-propel not working

Adjust or replace drive cable. Check drive belt for wear or damage.

Mower cutting uneven

Level the deck, sharpen or replace blades. Check for bent blade or spindle damage.

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Craftsman Lawn Mower Parts & Repair Guide

Craftsman lawn mower parts and repair guide. Model tables, belt routing, part numbers plus troubleshooting for starting, self-propel and cutting problems.

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Why Won't My EGO Battery Charge?

Fix EGO 56V battery problems including won't charge, dies quickly, gets hot, or shows full but has no power. Reset procedures and when to replace.

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Lawn mower pull cord repair

Fix Lawn Mower Pull Cord | Repair Guide

How to fix a lawn mower pull cord that won't retract, is stuck, or broke. Recoil starter repair and replacement for all mower brands.

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Lawn mower with spark plug removed for flooding repair

How to Fix a Flooded Lawn Mower

Fix a flooded lawn mower engine. The spark plug method, wait-it-out technique and how to prevent flooding.

Tom Bradley •
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