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John Deere X580 Lawn Tractor Troubleshooting
John Deere X580 Engine Problems
Kawasaki engine not to start
Empty fuel tank - Add gasoline.
Incorrect fuel grade - Use quality gasoline.
Old fuel - Drain gasoline and add fresh.
Fuel system clogged - Repair or replace.
Spark plug wires are damaged - Replace if necessary.
Faulty spark plug - Clean, adjust gap or replace.
Fuel filter is clogged - Fuel filter needs changing.
Brake pedal not depressed - Press the brake pedal.
Carburetor problems - Carburetor diagnostics required.
Inspect and adjust choke. Test compression.
Engine starts hard
Spark plug failed - Inspect the spark, replace if necessary.
Problems with carburetor adjustment - Adjust as required.
Clogged fuel pipes - Clean the system carefully.
Throttle cable worn - Install new throttle cable.
Old or incorrect fuel - Pour quality gasoline.
Electrical wires are damaged - Inspect and replace wiring as needed.
Failing starter - Test starter and repair if necessary.
Engine stalling, surging or running rough
Clogged cooling fins - Clean cooling fins.
Electrical connections damaged - Check and repair damaged connections.
Incorrect ignition settings - Inspect spark plug and ignition system.
Throttle cable sticking - Check and change if required.
Air filter element clogged - Replace air cleaner.
Engine misses under load
Spark plug fail - Check spark plug for fouled condition and proper gap.
Carburetor problems - Test and repair.
Ignition coil is damaged - Inspect ignition coil and change if required.
Kawasaki engine overheating
Engine runs under excessive load - Reduce loads.
Air intake screen blocked - Clean and wash dirty components.
Engine oil high or too low - Inspect oil level.
Poor quality oil - Change engine oil.
Check connecting rod to crankshaft bearing clearance.
Idle speed problems - Adjust fast idle.
Engine doesn't idle speed
Spark plug is loose - Tighten the spark plug correctly.
Spark plug failed - Check the spark and change defective spark.
Engine knocking
Stale gasoline - Use correct fuel.
Engine overload - Reduce loads.
Oil level low - add oil as required.
Engine runs at low revs - Adjust carburetor.
Cylinder bore or piston rings are damaged - Replace damaged parts.
Inspect for engine overheats from clogged cooling fins.
Check and adjust crankshaft end play.
Check for loose or worn connecting rods.
Kawasaki engine back-fire
Check spark plug and replace if necessary.
Adjust or replace choke.
Checking and adjusting carburetor.
Checking and adjusting ignition coil air gap.
Inspect inlet and outlet valves.
Check valve clearance, adjust if required.
Inspecting flywheel key.
Insufficient engine power
Engine temperature too high - Change air filter.
Excess engine oil - Excess oil needs to be drained.
Fuel pump broken - Check fuel pump and replace if required.
Governor not work - Repair or replace governor.
Check and overhaul carburetor.
Check engine compression.
Excessive Fuel Consumption
Insufficient choke opening - Replace throttle cable.
Carburetor is not adjusted - Adjust carburetor.
Black smoke is emitted during operation
Air filter element plugged - Inspect and clean.
Throttle is partially engaged - Check and repair throttle.
Check oil fill dipstick O-ring seal or cracked cap.
John Deere X580 Electrical System
Troubleshooting
Starter does not function
Main fuse malfunction - Check and change.
Battery terminals are corroded - Clean connections.
Low-voltage battery - Battery charging required.
Ignition switch defective - Change the lock.
Starter is not working - Repair or replace.
Wiring disconnected - Change wiring.
Battery doesn't charge
Dead cell in the battery - Install new battery.
Battery terminals and cables are dirty - Inspect and Clean.
Lights do not work
Light connector defective.
lamp defective.
Inspect electrical wires for short- circuit.
John Deere X580 Machine Troubleshooting
Tractor vibrates excessively
Attachment drive belts worn or damaged - Check and replace worn belt.
Worn traction drive belt - Install new belt.
Dirt on driven pulley - Installing a new pulley.
Unbalancing or bending of blades - Change defective blades.
Machine does not move while engine is running
The parking brake is locked - Unlock park brake.
Bypass lever is on - Disengage the bypass valve lever.
Mower blades are loose - Fasten the blades securely.
Improper blade balance - Balance the mower blades correctly.
Low transmission oil - Add transmission oil.
John Deere X580 Lawn Mower Problems
Discharge Chute Plugged
Travel speed too fast - Operate the mower at low speed.
Grass has grown too long - try operating a short cutting height.
Wet grass - Don't mow while wet grass.
Engine speed reduced - Open throttle fully.
Loss of airflow - Check engine speed.
Low cutting height - Change cutting height.
Belt fitted improperly - install belt as required.
Patches of grass uncut
Clog in discharge area - Inspect and clean cutting deck.
Blades dull or damaged - Install new blade.
Mower deck is low from ground - Deck leveling required.
Grass bag overfilled - Empty the grass bag.
Traveling too fast - Use slower speed.
Belt Slipping
Debris in pulleys - Pulley cleaning required.
Belt is worn out - Check and replace belt.
Low belt tension - Adjust belt tension.
Excessive mower vibration
Debris on mower deck or in sheaves - Remove clogging from sheaves or
mower deck.
Damaged sheaves or belt - Change damaged parts.
Belt or pulleys no adjustment - Inspect and centering.
The blades are unbalanced - Balance blades properly.
Blades scalping grass
Cutting height incorrect - Raise cutting height.
Mower height wheels not adjusted - Adjust wheel heights correctly.
Low tire pressure - Inflate tires as required.
Faster mower blade speeds - Adjust the speed of blades.
Bent blades during operation - Replace blades.
Uneven Cut
Mower deck not level - Level mower deck.
Insufficient tire pressure - Inflate tires as required.
Incorrect rollers height - Adjust rear or front wheel height.
Gear too high - Use slower speed.
Mower blades dull - Install new blade.
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ENGINES FOR JOHN DEERE LAWN TRACTORS |
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JOHN DEERE TRACTORS ATTACHMENTS | ||||
420 | 430 | 455 | 790 | 990 |
X300 | X320 | X330 | X350 | X475 |
X485 | X500 | X540 | X570 | X590 |
X700 | X720 | X738 | X758 | 1023E |
2025R | 2210 | 2520 | 3025E | 3032E |
3038E | 3038R | 3039R | 3046R | 3203 |
3320 | 3520 | 4052R | 4066R | 4100 |
4105 | 4115 | 4200 | 4310 | 4320 |
4400 | 4410 | 4520 | 4600 | 4720 |
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JOHN DEERE FRONT END LOADERS |
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JD TRACTORS TROUBLESHOOTING | ||||
2640 | 3040 | 3310 | 3650 | 4100 |
5050D | 5090R | 5410 | 6105R | 7200R |
E130 | L111 | LA110 | LT155 | X300R |
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JOHN DEERE FARM TRACTORS SPECIFICATIONS |
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