Toro 74408 - User Manual

Questions and Answers:

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Richard HermanSep 12, 2025
What to do if the blades do not rotate on my Toro Riding mower?
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  Timothy MckinneySep 12, 2025
  If the blades on your Toro Riding mower do not rotate, it could be due to a worn, loose, or broken drive belt, or the drive belt being off the pulley. Other potential causes include a worn, loose, or broken deck belt, the deck belt being off the pulley, or a broken or missing idler spring. To resolve this: * Check the belt tension. * Install the drive belt and check adjusting shafts and belt guides for correct position. * Install a new deck belt. * Install the deck pulley and check the idler pulley, idler arm and spring for correct position and function. * Replace the spring.
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kathrynlynchAug 22, 2025
Why won't my Toro 74408 Lawn Mower engine start?
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  Karen BenitezAug 22, 2025
  If the Toro Lawn Mower engine won't start, starts with difficulty, or stops running, possible causes include an empty fuel tank (fill it with fuel), a dirty air cleaner (clean or replace the air cleaner element), or a dirty fuel filter (replace the fuel filter). For dirt, water, or stale fuel in the fuel system, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
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james01Aug 25, 2025
What to do if my Toro Riding mower engine loses power?
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  Jose SmithAug 25, 2025
  If your Toro Riding mower engine is losing power, it could be due to several reasons. The engine load might be excessive, the air cleaner could be dirty, or the oil level in the crankcase might be low. Also, check for plugged cooling fins and air passages, a plugged vent hole in the fuel cap, or dirt in the fuel filter. For stale fuel, dirt, or water in the fuel system, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Here's how to address these issues: * Reduce the ground speed. * Clean the air cleaner element. * Add oil to the crankcase. * Remove any obstructions from the cooling fins and air passages. * Clean or replace the fuel cap. * Replace the fuel filter.
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michaelcohenAug 26, 2025
Why is my Toro Riding mower overheating?
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  Angel CastroAug 26, 2025
  Your Toro Riding mower may overheat if the engine load is excessive, the oil level in the crankcase is low, or the cooling fins and air passages above the engine are plugged. To resolve this: * Reduce the ground speed. * Add oil to the crankcase. * Remove any obstructions from the cooling fins and air passages.
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Omar SavageAug 27, 2025
What to do if my Toro Riding mower does not drive?
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  padilladanielleAug 27, 2025
  If your Toro Riding mower isn't driving, the bypass valve might not be closed tightly, the drive or pump belt could be worn, loose, or broken, or the belt may be off a pulley. Other causes include a broken or missing idler spring, or the hydraulic fluid level being low or too hot. To fix this: * Tighten the bypass valve. * Change the belt. * Replace the spring. * Add hydraulic fluid to the reservoir or let it cool down.
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ramosmeganAug 29, 2025
Why does my Toro Riding mower have an uneven cutting height?
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  Christopher WadeAug 29, 2025
  An uneven cutting height on your Toro Riding mower can result from several factors: the blades might not be sharp, the cutting blades could be bent, or the mower might not be level. Other causes include a dirty mower underside, incorrect tire pressure, or a bent blade spindle. For a bent blade spindle, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Otherwise: * Sharpen the blades. * Install new cutting blades. * Level the mower from side-to-side and front-to-rear. * Clean the underside of the mower. * Adjust the tire pressure.
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Jason SimmonsSep 18, 2025
What to do if my Toro Lawn Mower does not drive?
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  Steven MaySep 18, 2025
  If your Toro Lawn Mower does not drive, it may be because the bypass valve is not closed tightly (tighten the bypass valve), the drive or pump belt is worn, loose, or broken (change the belt), the drive or pump belt is off a pulley (change the belt), there is a broken or missing idler spring (replace the spring), or the hydraulic fluid level is low or too hot (add hydraulic fluid to the reservoir or let it cool down).
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Adrian SandovalSep 13, 2025
What to do if my Toro 74408 starter does not crank?
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  Curtis SmithSep 13, 2025
  If your Toro Lawn Mower starter does not crank, ensure that the blade control (PTO) is disengaged, the parking brake is set, and you are seated. Also, check if the battery is dead (charge it), the electrical connections are corroded or loose (check for good contact), or the fuse is blown (replace the fuse). If the relay or switch is defective, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
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Briana HarrisSep 10, 2025
What to do if my Toro Riding mower has abnormal vibration?
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  Bailey StewartSep 10, 2025
  If your Toro Riding mower is vibrating abnormally, it could be due to bent or unbalanced cutting blades, a loose blade mounting bolt, or loose engine mounting bolts. Other potential causes include a loose engine pulley, idler pulley, or blade pulley; a damaged engine pulley; a bent blade spindle; or a loose or worn motor mount. For a damaged engine pulley, a bent blade spindle, or a loose/worn motor mount, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Otherwise: * Install new cutting blade(s). * Tighten the blade mounting bolt. * Tighten the engine mounting bolts. * Tighten the appropriate pulley.
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christopher85Sep 6, 2025
How to fix uneven cutting height on my Toro 74408 Lawn Mower?
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  Keith WilliamsSep 6, 2025
  If your Toro Lawn Mower has an uneven cutting height, it could be due to dull blades (sharpen the blades), bent cutting blades (install new cutting blades), the mower not being level (level the mower from side-to-side and front-to-rear), a dirty underside of the mower (clean the underside of the mower), or incorrect tire pressure (adjust the tire pressure). For a bent blade spindle, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.

Toro 74408 Specifications

General

Model	74408
Deck Material	Steel
Start Type	Recoil
Spindle Material	Steel
Transmission	Variable Speed
Mulching Capability	Yes
Bagging Capability	Yes
Side Discharge Capability	Yes
Type	Walk-Behind Lawn Mower
Engine	Briggs & Stratton®
Cutting Width	22 inches
Blade Tip Speed	18, 000 feet per minute
Drive System	Rear-Wheel Drive
Tires (Front)	8 inches