Tecumseh TM049XA Basic Troubleshooting And Service Information

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NOTE
Before troubleshooting any system problem, see original equipment manufacturer’s (O.E.M.) instructions.
Make your troubleshooting easier by preparing as follows:
• Work in a clean, well-lighted place.
• Keep proper tools and materials nearby.
• Keep an adequate supply of clean petroleum-based solvent.
To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning, make sure engine is outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
Some maintenance procedures can not be performed until the vehicle wheels are secured and off
the ground. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury to yourself and/or bystanders.
DO NOT attempt any maintenance procedures with the engine running. Doing so could result in
death or serious injury to yourself and/or bystanders.
Use care when performing inspection of the drive belt assembly including all vehicle linkage.
Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury to yourself and/or bystanders.
LTH-2000 Series Troubleshooting Chart
Tecumseh’s lawn tractor hydrostatic transaxle (LTH) includes a hydrostatic transmission attached to a final drive.
Use of this troubleshooting chart will aid in determining the source of a problem; the hydrostatic transmission, final
drive or vehicle's belt drive and/or linkage systems.
Tecumseh LTH-2000 Series Hydrostatic Transaxle Troubleshooting
Final Drive
Hydrostatic
T
ransmission
Tecumseh and Peerless Transmission, Transaxle and Gear Products
SYMPTOM
PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION
REDUCED POWER
Improper belt tension Belt worn, replace
Belt worn, glazed, or oil saturated Replace belt
Drive pulley worn
Replace pulley and belt
(See O.E.M. equipment manual)
Brake set too tight
Set brake adjustment
(See O.E.M. equipment manual)
Shifter linkage misadjusted or broken
Linkage damaged or loose, replace or adjust
(See O.E.M. equipment manual)
Fluid low in hydrostatic transmission Check and add fluid if low (Part No. 730228A)
Hydrostatic transmission bad Replace hydrostatic transmission
DIFFICULT
TO SHIFT
Linkage broken or bent
Repair or replace linkage
(See O.E.M. equipment manual)
Hydrostatic transmission pump seized Replace hydrostatic transmission
Hydrostatic transmission control friction
pack misadjusted
Replace friction pack washers, tighten nut
to 100 in. lbs. (1
1.2 Nm) loosen nut 4-turns
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
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Tecumseh TM049XA Specifications

General

Brand	Tecumseh
Model	TM049XA
Category	Engine
Language	English