LT1042 CADET

[sanford]

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I have a LT1042 where the PTO CLUTCH will not work with the ignition key in the forward position , yet if I put the key in the reverse position and turn the Red light on , the PTO works fine ......... Would the ignition switch need replacing or could it be something else ......... All suggestions appreciated .

 

[mechanic mark]

Check all wiring plugs by hand behind dash & at PTO clutch connector.

http://service.mtdproducts.com/Training_Education/769-02100/1000_1500_series_shop_manual.htm

 

[sanford]

I replaced the PTO pull out before , but the PTO / Blades still only work when the key is in the reverse position with the red light on

 

[mechanic mark]

Check all wiring plugs by hand behind dash & at PTO clutch connector.

http://service.mtdproducts.com/Training_Education/769-02100/1000_1500_series_shop_manual.htm

Did you replace PTO pull out switch recently & did you use Cub Cadet OEM part? You have a wire crossed somewhere or not hooked up or PTO clutch air gap needs to be adjusted or both.

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/cub-cadet-l-g/169974-fixed-my-pto-only-works.html

 

[sanford]

Did you replace PTO pull out switch recently & did you use Cub Cadet OEM part? You have a wire crossed somewhere or not hooked up or PTO clutch air gap needs to be adjusted or both.

http://www.tractorbynet.com/forums/cub-cadet-l-g/169974-fixed-my-pto-only-works.html

Yes I replaced it with a Cadet PTO switch but it made no difference as I still must have the ignition key in the reverse position with the red light on , for the PTO switch to activate the clutch / blades . The clutch will not engage if I leave the key in forward ,

 

[bertsmobile1]

Stop, have a nice big glass of icey cold water and have a think.
Everything is currently working perfectly except it will only mow with the ignition key in the reverse cut out bypass position.
So what does that tell you ?
The reverse position switch is faulty so the wiring thinks the mower is in reverse.
Check your wiring diagram, I rather think the reverse cut out is a ground circuit so if one of its wires is shorting to the frame the mower will act as if it is in reverse and of course being a ground circuit, it will not warn you by blowing a fuse.