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I have successfully jump started the tractor and moved into the shop so I could get a better look. I have discovered that the PTO sensor had gotten moved back too far for the shift arm to make contact with the plunger on the safety switch. I appreciate everyone's help!

Wolfman - No, I jumped from the large post on bottom of the starter (hot lead from the battery) to the top post on the side of the starter next to the engine. This only made the starter spin - not engaging the flywheel. Is the small spade terminal with the black w/ white striped wire the one to...

Wbk - I have tried moving the PTO lever back and forth and worked the safety switch. I have also manipulated the neutral switches (foot and gear) and the seat switch (which I don't think it matters due to it always starting without being in the seat). I guess it is possible that one or all the...

thebicman, when I try to start with the key nothing happens. Only the lights come on on the dash and the I can hear the fuel pump running.

Dave, I may have just been jumping the starter as you stated. I jumped from the hot wire/terminal on the bottom of the starter to the post on the top next to the engine block. Please advise where the correct terminal is located that I need to jump. Thank you

I have a BX2230 that is dead in the water. I know this question has been asked over and over, but I have not found a thread that addresses what I have discovered. I have a good hot battery, cleaned the posts, checked all the fuses, all the lights light up on the dash, the fuel pump runs, and...

I have a 1989 BX2230D that has been a very reliable machine. I have done a good deal of maintenance on it and still ran strong until day before yesterday. The wife was operating it, shut it off to talk to me about the fencing we were working on and when she tried to start it the starter turned...

I have a 2005 BX2230 w/ front end loader and mower deck that has a leaking left rear axle seal. I am wanting to know the complexity of replacing this seal. It appears the right side would be much easier. Also, please comment as to whether it is recommended to take on the repair in my personal...

I am curious how the seal turned out? Did you eventually have to replace the seal? Next question...How big of a job is it to replace the rear axle seals if need be? I have lots of tools and a good bit of mechanical experience although, not a professional mechanic. If possible, please explain the...