How Do You Replace The Battery In A John Deere Lawn Tractor?
John Deere is a highly respected name among riding lawnmower owners. It’s a reliable machine, but as with all mowers, the battery will eventually wear down. Thankfully even the least accomplished home mechanic can feel confident about changing a dead battery in a John Deere riding lawn mower. It’s not a difficult job to do. All you’ll need are some basic tools, about 10 minutes and the strength to lift a 12-volt automotive battery. Check your John Deere operator’s manual for the location of the battery (probably under the hood). Park the riding mower on a level surface. Open the hood. Clean any grease or oil off the battery with a rag. Remove the negative (-) terminal of the battery with a wrench. Push the red plastic cover off the positive (+) terminal of the battery. Remove the positive terminal of the battery. Lift the old battery out of the battery tray. Clean the battery connections with a wire brush if they are corroded. Put the new battery in the battery tray, facing the same wa
