Lawn mower with blue engine and large wheels on grass, illustrating maintenance issues related to blades not engaging.

What Should You Do If Your Lawn Mower Blades Won’t Engage?

If your lawn mower blades don’t engage, the most common causes are a broken drive belt, a faulty PTO (power take-off) switch, or a problem with the safety interlock system. Start by checking the belt for damage, ensuring the PTO switch is working, and making sure all...
Person operating a John Deere riding mower on a grassy lawn, demonstrating lawn maintenance techniques.

How Do You Maintain a John Deere Riding Mower?

To maintain a John Deere riding mower, you should regularly change the oil, replace the air filter, clean or replace the spark plug, and keep the blades sharp. It’s also important to inspect the drive belt, check tire pressure, and clean the mower deck to prevent...