John Deere LA105 — Engine

TROUBLESHOOTING c CAUTION: Avoid injury! The machine can fall or slip from an unsafe lifting device or supports. c CAUTION: Avoid injury! Explosive separation of tire and rim parts is possible when they are serviced incorrectly: • Use a safe lifting device rated for the load to be lifted. • Do not attempt to mount a tire without the proper equipment and experience to perform the job. • Lower machine onto jack stands or other stable supports and block wheels before servicing. 6. Take wheel assembly to an authorized service dealer for repairs. Installing IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Do not lose the shaft key. Key must be installed for wheels to rotate and tractor to move. NOTE:

Rear wheels are installed with valves to the outside. 1. Install two washers (G), spacer (H), and shaft key (F). 2. Install rear wheel, washer (E), snap ring (D) and plastic cap (C). 3. Safely remove jack stands and lower machine. Troubleshooting Using Troubleshooting Chart If you are experiencing a problem that is not listed in this chart, see your authorized dealer for service. When you have checked all the possible causes listed and you are still experiencing the problem, see your authorized dealer. 2. Safely lift and support machine. Place safe lifting device under transmission centered under machine at location (A).

Place jack stands or other stable supports on each side (B) where mounting bolts for frame come through. Block wheels remaining on the ground to prevent machine movement. Engine F H E C G D MX16572 3. Remove plastic cap (C), snap ring (D), and washer (E). 4. Remove wheel. IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Do not lose the shaft key. Key must be installed for wheels to rotate and tractor to move. 5. Remove shaft key (F) (shown on end of transaxle shaft), two washers (G) and spacer (H). Troubleshooting - 40 IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Place jack stands under frame, not under transmission or engine, when raising or supporting machine.

B A B MX40761 IF CHECK Poor Engine Performance Dirt in fuel system or fuel is old. Replace fuel with fresh stabilized fuel. Obtain fuel from another supplier before suspecting machine problems. Suppliers blend fuels differently and changing suppliers will generally solve any performance problems. Fuel blended with alcohol or ether may contribute to performance problems by causing gum and varnish deposits, especially if fuel is stored for several weeks or more. Obtain fresh fuel. Engine Will Not Start Brake pedal not depressed. Mower is engaged. Spark plug wire is loose or disconnected. Improper fuel. Plugged fuel filter. Defective safety switch.

Electrical problem - See Electrical Troubleshooting Section Engine Is Hard To Start Carburetor is not adjusted properly or dirty. Choke cable not adjusted properly. Plugged fuel filter. Faulty spark plug. Stale or improper fuel. Loose or corroded electrical connections. Improper engine oil viscosity.