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    Sep 2, 2009, 06:30 AM
    Craftsman lawn tractor won't start
    My Craftsman lawn tractor won't start. I have changed the solenoid but when I turn the key there is still a clicking sound. Do I have to change the starter now?
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    Sep 2, 2009, 06:46 AM

    Hi,
    Check for a bad eletrical connection; dirty battery terminals or some other terminal. It is the most likely, and should at first be eliminated.
    Peace,
    Clarke
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    Sep 2, 2009, 07:07 AM

    I have changed the battery, so that is brand new and the manual says to check the solenoid and starter. I have changed the solenoid.
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    Sep 2, 2009, 12:29 PM

    Can you turn the engine by putting your hand on the top of the engine where the screen is and spinning it?
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    Sep 2, 2009, 12:39 PM

    I will try that tonight. If I can then what
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    Sep 2, 2009, 01:14 PM

    Well, if you can't then the problem may not electrical but something internal in the engine.

    If you can then we need to troubleshoot a little more.
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