How Do You Fix A Starter Cord On A Lawnmower?
The majority of non-electric lawnmowers are started by pulling a starter cord. It is very common for a pull cord to become worn and break off, causing the cord to wrap up inside the lawnmower. Another frequent occurrence with lawnmower starter cords is for the cord itself to get tangled up inside the mower, subsequently not allowing the mower to be started. Whatever the case, it may become necessary to open the lawnmower to fix its starter cord. Step 1 Remove the plastic external covering of your lawnmower. To do this, unscrew the four to five screws on the top of your lawnmower that hold the covering in place. All mowers will be set up slightly different, but all of them have the ability to remove the external covering. Step 2 Locate the small disk in which the cord is wrapped. Remove the entire cord housing by removing the screw that holds it down. Some models may be held in place by a nut and bolt system; in this case, you will need a socket wrench. Step 3 Identify if the cord has b