I have a Lowes MTD mower. The blades will not engage.

thebriggsdude

Have you checked the usual? deck belt, cables, etc.?

jaylah182

I replaced the deck belt. No change.

thebriggsdude

Ok, (don't have a mtd right here to go out and check so...)
I'd check (manual blade engagement right?) to make sure the linkage and or cable is not broken itself... (should move the engagement pulley down on the deck) make sure no grass, etc is lodged anywhere.

newaukumdon

Is it an electromagnetic engagement? meaning is it a switch that engages or a lever?

RichardBondMan

Check to see if the belt or belts are loose and perhaps worn.

newaukumdon

Check the engagement method. Some newer models will use electromagnetic clutches.