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    Aug 26, 2012, 01:34 PM
    Sears Lawn Tractor - Engine Runs, But Drive Does Not Engage
    Sears Lawn Tractor Model # 917.258551 Kohler Engine, Automatic Hydostatic . Does not drive forward or back when shifter engaged. Freewheel control IS disengaged. Motion belt not broken. How do I verify that the belt is (too) worn ? If not the belt WHAT?

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    Aug 27, 2012, 06:01 AM
    Remove the plate on the rear of the mower. There should ne two bolts on each side. Once that is off toucan have someone watch while you try to engage it and see if pulley and fan are moving. If they are the only other thing that would meepit from
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    Aug 27, 2012, 06:03 AM
    Remove the plate on the rear of the mower. There should ne two bolts on each side. Once that is off toucan have someone watch while you try to engage it and see if pulley and fan are moving. If they are the only other thing that would keep it from working is it the brake was stuck. If its neither of these then the transaxle probably needs rebuilt or replaced.
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