Ran fine and mowed one day, next day, started up fine but when clutch was released to go forward or backward, the engine dies. Tried rocking it, tried releasing clutch a bit...and would go forward or backward a tad, then die. Put clutch back in and it will recover. What's up? Please help.
John deere riding mower engine dies when clutch is released
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nue2farm
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Sounds like the safety switch on the seat may need to be adjusted. Good luck.
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Knowing which JD mower you have may help with more suggestions.
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x2. I'm curious as to which JD riding mower has a clutch. I'm thinkin' she means brake pedal, which - to me - suggests brake interlock switch.
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