Official Dixon front-engine lawn tractor parts

Replacing the ignition switch in a Dixon front-engine lawn tractor

• Park the tractor on a level surface and set the parking brake. Turn the ignition switch off and remove the key.
• Wear work gloves to protect your hands. Lift the seat. Remove the bolt connecting the negative cable to the battery and tuck the cable away from the battery so it doesn't touch the battery post.
• Lift the hood to access the back of the ignition switch. Release the locking tabs and push the switch out though the front of the dash. Disconnect the wire harness attached to the back of the ignition switch; if it's difficult to unplug, wiggle the plug as you pull on it. Remove the ignition switch.
• Connect the wire harness to the back of the ignition switch. Push the new ignition switch into the dash and engage the locking tabs. Lower the hood.
• Reconnect the negative cable to the negative battery terminal. Lower the seat.

Troubleshooting your Dixon front-engine lawn tractor when its deck vibrates

If the mower vibrates when you engage the cutting blades, there might be a problem with the blade drive system. Deck vibration can be caused by an unbalanced blade, worn pulley or mandrel, bad blade belt or debris caught inside a pulley. Loose nuts or bolts on the pulleys, mandrels or blades can also cause vibration. Remove the mower deck and re-tighten all fasteners. Check for wear on pulleys, mandrels and blades. Replace any worn or damaged components.