Check Neutral Start System

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A - Forward-Reverse Lever

B - Range Shift Lever

C - PTO Lever

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:

  • For Sync Reverser Transmission: Range shift lever (B) and PTO lever (C) are in neutral position.
  • For Collar Reverser Transmission: Forward-reverse lever (A) and PTO lever (C) are in neutral position.

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:

  • For Sync Reverser Transmission: Engine will not start if range shift lever (B) and PTO lever (C) are not in neutral position.
  • For Collar Reverser Transmission: Engine will not start if forward-reverse lever (A) and PTO lever (C) are not in neutral position.

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