Check Neutral Start System

Your John Deere tractor is equipped with interlocks to prevent inadvertent movement when the engine is started. Turning the key switch with the clutch pedal depressed should crank the engine if all of the following conditions exist:

  • Transmission forward/reverse selector lever (A) in NEUTRAL
  • PTO engagement lever (B) in disengaged position

causym CAUTION: If starter turns engine in any of the following steps, have the neutral start system repaired by your John Deere dealer.

Turning the key switch to the start position should NOT start the engine, if either of the following exist:

  • Transmission forward/reverse selector lever (A) in FORWARD or REVERSE.
  • PTO engagement lever (B) in engaged position


A-Forward/Reverse Selector Lever
B-PTO Engagement Lever

LV792

Open Station

LV5068

Cab

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