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Question posted by Albizjak on July 17th, 2021

Parking Brake Won't Disengage

Husqvarna YTH 18542 I went to stop and put it in park. When I did it automatically engaged the parking brake with out me touching it. Now it won't disengage the brakes to finish mowing. What do I need to do to disengage the parking brakes

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Answer #1: Posted by techyagent on July 17th, 2021 3:36 PM

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When the parking brake does not release, you can damage the transmission or engine trying to overcome the braking force. ... If the parking brakes won't release, then you need to check the following: Corroded or rusty parking brake cable. Damaged or missing return spring.

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Owners Manual - Page 2

...Disengage blades when not mowing. Tires can hide obstacles. • Choose a low ground speed so that operators, age 60 years and above, are recommended by putting your foot on the ground. • Do not mow...other hidden objects. Shut off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before and while backing....can cause build-up which can touch hot exhaust / engine parts and ...

Owners Manual - Page 3

... all nuts and bolts tight to the machine and the mowing activity. Always look down slowly. Before and while backing,...sources of bystanders before operating a riding lawn mower. If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back... • If you last saw them . • Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required. • Maintain ...

Owners Manual - Page 6

..., check to its highest position. • Release parking brake by depressing clutch/brake pedal. • Place freewheel control in "TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED" position. (See "TO TRANSPORT" in front of... System (ROS) are routed properly around pulleys and inside all instructions in "transmission engaged" position (See "TO TRANS- Continue with all connections are still secure and wires...

Owners Manual - Page 7

... SYSTEM (ROS) ENGINE ON ENGINE START PARKING BRAKE MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LIFT LIGHTS ON FUEL BATTERY REVERSE FORWARD CRUISE CONTROL (Applicable Models only) CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT CLUTCH DISENGAGED CLUTCH ENGAGED DANGER, KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS (SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION) FREE WHEEL (Automatic Models only) DANGER indicates a hazard...

Owners Manual - Page 8

... of the American National Standards Institute. (A) ATTACHMENT LIFT LEVER - Disengages transmission for starting and controlling engine speed. (E) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER - Turns the headlights on and off . 8 Locks clutch/brake pedal into the brake position. (D) THROTTLE/CHOKE CONTROL - Used for starting and stopping the engine. (G) REVERSE OPERATION SYSTEM (ROS) "ON" POSITION - OPERATION...

Owners Manual - Page 9

... conditions when tractor is equipped with the engine running , any adjustments or repairs. D ( ) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "DISENGAGED" ( ) ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER "ENGAGED" Fig. 5 GROUND DRIVE • To stop the engine. HOW TO USE YOUR TRACTOR TO SET PARKING BRAKE (See Fig. 4) Your tractor is standing idle with an operator presence sensing switch. Always remove key when...

Owners Manual - Page 10

...lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. • For best cutting performance, grass over 3" (76,2 mm) during the cool season and to over 6" (152,4 mm) in height should be mowed twice. TO STOP MOWER BLADES Disengage...off the engine. Any attempt by engaging attachment clutch control. Fig. 10 10... in neutral position. • Release parking brake. • Slowly move motion control ...

Owners Manual - Page 11

... to slower position. • If stopping is absolutely necessary, push clutch/brake pedal quickly to brake position and engage parking brake. • Move motion control lever to...DISENGAGED Fig. 11 NOTE: To protect hood from the factory already filled with summer weight oil. • Check engine oil with tractor on a slope, is equipped with the attachment clutch engaged will enter the mowing...

Owners Manual - Page 12

...engaged position. • Sit on seat in operating position, depress clutch/brake pedal and set parking brake. • Place motion control lever in the fuel tank or permanent damage may require an engine warm-up . Do not run until the engine runs roughly, then move throttle control to warm up . 12 AUTOMATIC...• Move attachment clutch to "DISENGAGED" position. • Move throttle ...

Owners Manual - Page 13

... BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR. 1. Disengage transmission by placing freewheel control in engaged position. (See "TO TRANSPORT" in the tractor seat, start engine. Move motion control lever to reduce load and possible fire hazard from shrubs, fences, driveways, etc. off and parking brake set parking brake. 6. Repeat this section of manual.) 3. MOWING TIPS • DO NOT use...

Owners Manual - Page 15

...blade bolt securely (45-55 Ft. BRAKE OPERATION If tractor requires more than five (5) feet (1,5 m) to stop at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour....jelly. IMPORTANT: To ensure proper assembly, center hole in the disengaged position. Lbs./ 62-75 Nm). Fig. 14 • ... the attachment clutch engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave the seat without first setting the parking brake should NOT shut ...

Owners Manual - Page 17

...can restrict clutch/brake pedal shaft movement, causing belt slip and loss of all foreign matter. • Clean debris from overheating. NOTE: If needed, remove lower dash...• Clean engine, battery, seat, finish, etc. Except for the washout port (if equipped), we do not recommend using a garden hose or pressure washer to clean the ...mowing season or after every 100 hours of engine.

Owners Manual - Page 18

...port at the left end of the mower deck. Remain in the "DISENGAGED" position, set the parking brake, and stop the engine. 3. Pull back the lock collar of the nozzle adapter...the "ENGAGED" position. Turn the water on your lawn, near enough to a water spigot for your garden hose to turn the tractor's engine off . 9. Move the tractor's attachment clutch control to the "DISENGAGED" ...

Owners Manual - Page 19

... position. • Place attachment clutch in "DISENGAGED" position. • Turn ignition key to "STOP" and remove key. • Make sure the blades and all moving parts have completely stopped. • Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug and place wire where it is on level surface and engage parking brake. • Lower attachment lift lever to...

Owners Manual - Page 21

...mm). • Test your lawn and lead you are equal. VISUAL SIDE-TO-SIDE ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 29) • With all tires properly inflated, park tractor on tires. CAUTION: ...tighten) to the ground at side and measure the distance (A) from bottom edge of your adjustment by mowing some uncut grass and visually checking the appearance. A A TIGHTEN ADJUST NUT "B" TO RAISE MOWER ...

Owners Manual - Page 22

... a level, dry concrete or paved surface, then brake must lock and skid when you try to stop at highest speed in all pulley grooves and inside ...the tractor forward. If the rear wheels rotate, then the brake needs to front, over cooling fan blades (D). • Remove ...disengaged position. Engage parking brake. Engage parking brake. The rear wheels must be replaced without tools.

Owners Manual - Page 26

... fuel filter. 5. Check all wiring. 7. Brake pedal not depressed. 2. Corroded battery terminals. 6. Faulty ignition switch. 8. Disengage attachment clutch. 3. Engine clicks but will not... Tighten loose part(s). Clean/replace air filter. 6. Replace spark plug. 3. Attachment clutch is engaged. 3. Raise cutting height/reduce speed. 2. Empty fuel tank and carburetor, refill tank with...

Parts Manual - Page 3

... SPEED. AS THE ENGINE IS SPEEDED UP, THE LIGHTS WILL BECOME THEIR BRIGHTEST. MODEL NUMBER YTH18542 (96043018400), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 01-84 SCHEMATIC SCH11 RED A AMMETER (OPTIONAL) WHITE S ...B M A1 G L A2 BATTERY RED FUSE SOLENOID BLACK WHITE STARTER M BLACK CLUTCH/BRAKE (PEDAL UP) BLACK ATTACHMENT CLUTCH (CLUTCH OFF) BLACK GRAY REVERSE SWITCH (NOT IN REVERSE) NOTE...

Parts Manual - Page 9

...14 x 1 Gr 5 Washer Serrated Link Shift NOTE: All component dimensions given in U.S. MODEL NUMBER YTH18542 (96043018400), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 01-84 DRIVE KEY PART NO. NO. 159 876 02 ..., Return, Clutch Nut Push .625 Latch Brake Parking Keeper Belt Centerspan Nut Push Shaft Asm Shift Arm Clevis Rod Shift Spring Shift Spacer Axle Handle Parking Brake Bolt Spacer Retainer Washer Link Clutch Ground Drive...

Parts Manual - Page 15

... 1-1/2 Gr. 5 Pulley, Idler, Flat Washer Keeper Belt Mandrel Nut, Lock Flg. 3/8-16 unc Spring Torsion Brake Spring Torsion Retainer Screw Thd Roll 1/4-20 x 5/8 Bracket Clutch Cable Arm, Idler Spacer, Retainer Screw 3/8-16 ...x 1 Guard, Tuv Idler KEY PART NO. TRACTOR - - MODEL NUMBER YTH18542 (96043018400), PRODUCT NO. 960 43 01-84 MOWER DECK KEY PART NO. pulley/ nut/washer ...