Maintenance & Repair

Quick Answer A snapped or fraying pull cord almost always means a straightforward recoil starter repair, not a new engine. […]

Disconnect the spark plug (or pull the battery on electric models), tip the mower on its side with the air

Quick Overview Why a Maintenance Schedule Matters More Than the Manual Says A missed oil change or a dull blade

To balance a lawn mower blade, remove it from the deck, clean off caked grass and rust, then hang it

Quick Overview What You Need Before You Start You need the correct replacement belt for your mower’s exact model, not

Replacing a lawn mower wheel takes about 15-20 minutes per wheel and needs only a socket wrench, a flathead screwdriver,

Quick Answer To drain gas from a lawn mower safely, run the engine until it stalls, or use a siphon

Drain or check old fuel, replace it if it’s more than 30 days old, clean or replace the air filter,

Winterizing a mower means draining or stabilizing the fuel, changing the oil, cleaning the deck, sharpening or replacing the blade,

At a Glance What You Need Before You Start Before touching the carburetor, get everything laid out. Stopping mid-job to