20 Most Recent Craftsman 20 hp 42 in. Deck Lawn Tractor - CA Model Questions & Answers

I'm not sure what you're asking for exactly, but you can find a diagram of the Craftsman LT2000 here: https://mowerslab.com/craftsman-lt2000-drive-belt-diagram/

Question edited for full make model (what it is). Question moved from Cars and Trucks. Sounds like one side of the gear selector cable is slack. https://www.google.com/search?q=Craftsman+yard+bug+500%2C+not+moving+forward ..

it takes sae 30 oil & if i can get the model# of the unit i can see if i have a manuel for it thanks wade

Take your car to a tire store and have them check the tires for you. It sounds like your have a broken belt in one of your radial tires.

You can download a free copy at www.managemyhome.com or you can go to www.searspartsdirect.com and buy a copy along with look at the diagram that you need.
Good luck!

if you can provide the model number (usually under the seat), I might be able to pull up a diagram.

SearsPartsDirect will let you download one

tune up.

Make sure belt is installed like drawing.

Hopefully this is like your mower Item 56 is your belt maybe it will be of some help.

Coil is probably overheating

Have you checked the oil in the crankcase, is it full ?
Has engine been sitting along time ?
Have you double checked all the battery conections, all are tight, good ground connection to motor ?
Please let me know.

is it a twin cylinder? check to see if it blew one of the spark plugs out. look and see if there is any oil around the engine that looks fresh. it may have a broken connecting rod.

If it will start when you pour gas then its a fuel problem on some of these they have a screw at the bottom of the carb remove that and see if you have bad fuel. If that does not work then remove the carb and service it may just be a stuck float or something

This is not always the case but on Briggs and Stratton it may be time to check the valves for adjusting. Take off the cover and check for a gap of .005 . If the exaust valve is loose it will not allow the engine to relieve combustion to start. In other words the engine stays under load of compression and can't turn. In my shop I see this all the time . If all electrical checks out try this next

Maybe the wire to the seat switch came off or broke, or the switch came loose from vibration. Have you checked?

my clutch belt will not stay on the pulleys Craftsman 42 in. LT 1000

sounds like the drive belts are worn to the point of slipping. need to replace them

check your front tire air pressures

Briggs & Stratton engines typically take 48 ounces of SAE 30 oil. Kohler engines typically take 64 ounces (2 quarts) of 10w30 oil. Always refer to the dipstick to ensure proper amount is added and do not over fill.