My MTD 15.5HP riding mower won't run unless the choke is pulled out. What could be the problem and how to fix it?
By Ron from Nashville, TN
Ron, I think your carburetor is dirty. Remove and clean it well. Billy Griffiths from South Africa.
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I have an MTD riding mower, 18hp twin power. I have a carburetor issue, if I choke the carb and cover the little hole with my finger, the engine starts right up. If I remove my finger, it will die. I run the rider with choke pulled out fully. I am unable to utilize the throttle control or it will die. If I push in the choke just a little it will die, does anyone have an answer to my dilemma?
By Dano77 from Buckner, MO
You need to replace the carb.
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