JD Z345R Won’t Crank

eleyarms

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I had a problem where my Z345 would not crank. Battery voltage was full and the hour meter was working. Day one I gave up. Read on-line suggestions. Day two, tried again and noted that when I extended the control arms I was not hearing any relay clicking. Lookin down into the left control arm well where it pivots, I noted a small wood chip that was blocking full outward extension of the arm. I removed the obstruction, heard the relay clicking and tjen started right up. Simple fix that was easily overlooked. My 2 cents.
 

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Glad you found the problem. Sometimes it the simple things that drive you crazy.
 

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Note to self: Don't use it as a woodchipper. LOL

Yes, it can often be the simple things that will drive you crazy.
 
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