When did my Honda riding mower stop working?
I’ve owned my 1989 Honda 3011 for 15 years after buying it used. It was the best $130 investment. The engine has never given me any problems until last year when it wouldn’t start. After checking the battery, loose connections, and everything else I could think of, I tapped the relay box and it started.
Why does my riding mower not start when I turn it on?
If your riding lawn mower won’t start when you turn the key to on (or won’t stop when you turn it to off) the ignition switch might be broken. This DIY repair guide and video show how to replace the ignition switch on a riding lawn mower in 4 quick steps.
What are the symptoms of bad gas in a Honda mower?
Common symptoms of bad gas include, Honda won’t start, engine starts then dies and engine surging. Some Honda mowers won’t start if the oil level is low, this isn’t a flaw, it’s designed that way to protect the engine. It’s good practice to check the oil level every time you fill the gas tank.
Why does my Honda lawn mower choke not work?
The choke is used to start a cold engine. A cold engine needs more fuel than a hot engine, so the choke creates a richer air fuel ratio. Some Honda’s will have the traditional choke lever and more modern mowers will have the auto choke set up. Not sure if your choke is working?
Are there any problems with my Honda lawn mower?
Hi..I own a Honda H4514 mower. I bought it used a few years ago, and had minor problems with it. Nothing major. I’ve only had to change spark plugs from time to time when it would not fire correctly. I recently had to replace deck bearings, and the deck belts, and choke.
Common symptoms of bad gas include, Honda won’t start, engine starts then dies and engine surging. Some Honda mowers won’t start if the oil level is low, this isn’t a flaw, it’s designed that way to protect the engine. It’s good practice to check the oil level every time you fill the gas tank.
The choke is used to start a cold engine. A cold engine needs more fuel than a hot engine, so the choke creates a richer air fuel ratio. Some Honda’s will have the traditional choke lever and more modern mowers will have the auto choke set up. Not sure if your choke is working?
Can a Honda lawn mower be out of alignment?
The H4514 has a number of belts, pulleys, guards, guides, etc. and they all most be adjusted perfectly. Any one or more out of alignment will cause problem. Do any of the four guys who looked at it have a genuine Honda shop manual?