If not the you have your culprit. Then I tried to continue mowing, but I only made it down the hill and the tractor stalled as I made the turn. / Simple Trouble Shooting RudydaGoat 163 subscribers Subscribe Share 54K views 3 years ago Just on that one mission i learned lots. You are using an out of date browser. JavaScript is disabled. Getting fuel and hot battery. But what is the problem which can appear in front of you? I have problem but it is not the seat switch because the PTO continues to rotate whether I am on the seat or not. Check if it is dead or have any other problem. This way you will get to know if the battery is dead. Curious is you got this resolved and if so, how? My Kubota l3400 tractor won't start. I am thinking the fuel solenoid is bad or could it be the relay not supplying enough power to solenoid to get it to work? Please explain what you mean by 'won't start': will the starter turn at all or is it all completely dead? if its filled with dirt and thick mud-like object, you need to replace the filter. Mostly this creates the problem. Thanks, thats what it was, the solenoid wasen't getting power, we worked on it all weekend, some weird relay thing died and isn't sending power to the solenoid. If the actual problem is this, it should be solved by this method. so look for bad grounds. Or maybe one of the PTOs are engaged? BUT when you said a humming sound, I bet its the battery dropping under load and you are hearing a relay trying to pull in. Overall, it increases the productivity of the tractor. From what you've posted thus far I'd leave the switch alone and start thinking the fuel shutoff solenoid (""it isn't clicking") is bad. Fuel tank is half full. The battery is brand new. Checked battery, fuses, fuel and all are good. Press J to jump to the feed. With the wires plugged into each other you have the tractor thinking that the PTO is always disengaged, therefore it will start with the PTO engaged. So, you need to check the battery first if you are facing this kind of problem. I can't get back to it right now, but I'll have a chance to take another look at it Sunday afternoon and I'll try all your suggestions. Disconnect the line which connects the fuel filter and the fuel pump. I did try the fuel solenoid after I removed it and the rod does not move when starting the tractor. Still no idea what to do next. Welcome. It just stuck. But since your relays may not even click. I always heard a click when when I turned on the key. Kubota has no idea what it is, and i'm not going to the place that gave me that quote, we jumped it for now. First, never use starting fluid in a diesel. Pulled fuel cut off solenoidstarts. Can it be solved at home? Read somewhere that the fuel solenoid can cause the issue. Kubota enthusiasts, hobbyists, and fans! Why is my diesel engine stalling in Kubota L3400? You must log in or register to reply here. Why is the steering wheel spinning very easily? 63. Mechanic's Assistant: What is the complete model and serial number of your machine? Does that include lube? You can find it by following the fuel line back from the injection pump and the first thing you run into with wires is likely the lift pump. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Was asked to take a look at this problem and was solved by installing Starter Relay Kit That he bought from john deer but will work on any tractor I would think. If you are facing any of those, do not worry. Try what RockyRidge said, rock the HST pedal "sloooowly" with the key in the start positionmy L2800 used to do this fairly regularly and no it will not fail for the dealer if it is like mine it will get better, I haven't had to rock my pedal in many months. it should do the work. Mine has a switch for each of the two gear shift levers. Injection pumps rarely fail. L3450DT-GST, Woods FEL, B7100 HSD, FEL, 60" SB, 743 Bobcat with V2203, and more. shut down tractor in field, Buts that's where the real. Check that the fuel shutoff solenoid is getting voltage before you go blaming the pump. i even bushogged with it for 3 hours. If the diesel fuel pours as it leaves the line, there may be something clogged in the line. Hey guys. I followed the ignition procedure, indicator lights are fine, but when I turn the key I just get one beep followed by nothing, no clicks, nothing. Fuel flow issues are the most common reason for Kubota L3400 to stop working after running for a while. Unfortunately, not all tractor is perfect. If your Kubota diesel engine does not start, begin by confirming that your electrical and fuel delivery systems are performing properly. The issue is most likely another safety switch. Many thanks. My 3400 HSt was new in dec 2006 and recently developed an intermittent starting problem, sometimes it would go etc.. It could be your fuel pump, but more likely it's your solenoid. At the end of the fuel rail is a valve. Does the display say anything about OPC? Another common problem in Kubota is not getting started at all but just clicking. Thirdly, the problem can be in the fuel injector pump. It needs to be properly functioned to do all the tasks is supposed to do. kubota L3500 cranks but won't start (EDIT) not 3500, L3400, and i think he said it was a 2008 model. I hope this article has given you a solid idea of where to start. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. As it is a motor device, having problems from time to time is not uncommon. Check for voltage there and if not figure out why. One was a simple matter of lubing the bottom end of the cable assembly that operates the PTO. Do it for at least fine munities. It is hard to believe that two little wires control the whole contraption. It happens when the spring load is seized up and does not slide properly. It may not display this or other websites correctly. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. Don't really have that for something that doesn't get used much. Got up the next day, no start. if it is good, in other words it doesnt drop below about 11 volts. To know in detail, read on. Kubota is a brand of tractor that is very much reliable for many kinds of agricultural work. RUBYRUSS only posted a day ago that there was a problem with his L3200. If not then your solenoid could be bad if so then you have bigger issues that need deeper troubleshooting. Kubota L3400 tractor overview. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Then check the wiring. It doesn't even attempt to start. The first time it happened, it was 10 minutes before I figured it out. Anyone have any ideas on what to do next? Try cleaning your battery post and ground cable. You will find the downside of the cable. The Shuttle Shift lever is stuck in the middle- it will not go into H/L/Reverse. My pantleg occasionally catches the PTO lever on my L3400. It may not display this or other websites correctly. My relatively new (71 hours) Kubota L3400 will not start. If the tractor starts off good, works for some time, and suddenly stops while in use, the most common reason is fuel starvation. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. My Kubota l3400 tractor won't start. Changing fuel filter introduces air in the injectors and wont start until bled out. THe tractor will turn over but will not start. Kansas, Butler county, Just east of DooDah. . Turned on the engine and let it idle for a few minutes until it sounded better. Removed the solenoid and the tractor started, had to restrict airflow since the fuel solenoid was not connected.. Press J to jump to the feed. After that, check the voltage of the battery. Established in 2009, we are the largest online community of Kubota tractor and equipment owners. I thought with a dead battery I would hear clicking, when turning the key. Reading battery voltage with no load, does not tell the whole story. Disconnect the two small wires you will find in the PTO lever. The fuel solenoid is not clicking when the key is turned. My tractor is suffering this now, but I do know where to look to get it back running. If this is HST, rock your forward/reverse pedal back and forth while holding the key in the crank position. 64. After that, it will pick it up in about a minute or so. Replaced the stop relay but still get same results. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. Thanks for the Kubota books site. With the key in, turning it to the left does nothing (no lights on dash, etc), Turning the key to start does absolutely nothing, Turning the key to the spot to the right of off, but not all the way to start makes some sort of whining/humming sound like it's trying to do something but it can't. Make sure there's flow through the fuel system, start at the filter, then the lift pump, then injection pump, then injectors. If voltages are all good when attempting a start, but starter will not engage, then battery voltage is not getting to the starter or the return path is high resistance/open. Do it again if you feel needed. Shutting of Suddenly Arter Working for a While. You're not getting fuel to START the machine because they tie that pull in coi l into the safety switches in the START circuit. Put the solenoid back on and it would start but then die immediately. So, if there is any link of blockage in it, it can also create a problem. I had it going on Wednesday for about 20 to 30 minutes pushing snow, and then came back a few hours later to do some more work, and it wouldn't start. Open it, start it and let it run for a few minutes then close it. The safety switch on the foot pedal has been a problem. Tight and clean them if necessary. I am a little suspicious of the deadman switch, because lately when I've gotten off the tractor to move something or whatever, the engine will stop. 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Here are some of them you can face with the solution with it. I disconnected the two wires and plugged them into themselves and it started right away now it doesn't turn over at all. Nonetheless, I'm the man of the farm, so this repair falls on me. Kubota L3400 2006 will turn over but not start. Battery is good. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Battery cables Defective or dirty battery cables are the problem more often than you might think. PTO is also known as Power Take-Off enables the driver or operator to use the tractor for multiple uses. Two weeks ago is the last time I used my L3400. Established in 2009, we are the largest online community of Kubota tractor and equipment owners. You are using an out of date browser. Charged the battery, Charged the battery, check the continuity on the fuses, traced power to the starter read more Chris (aka-Moose) Technician 363 satisfied customers 2015 Kubota 3350 w/cab . Thanks for the replies. It may not display this or other websites correctly. And yes, some of them can be solved at home. If the tractor starts off good, works for some time, and suddenly stops while in use, the most common reason is fuel starvation. Can someone pinpoint where the fuel solenoid is located on the L3400HST? If the problem does not solve yet, replace the fuel filter. JavaScript is disabled. Sorry for being late, thanks everyone for the replies, we worked on it all this weekend and finally got it, it's some kind of relay that controls the fuel cut off solenoid, it's not sending power to it anymore. You must log in or register to reply here. I got the tractor to start and it ran fine. JavaScript is disabled. It's diesel so it's probably either the injection pump or the lift pump. I am thinking maybe the ignition switch? For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. if your Kubota tractor won't start watch this video - and try this first. Join us in searching for a Kubota diesel that will not start in the cold weather. It should solve the problem. Once i had it running with the fuel solenoid out I had to get the tractor to turn off so I engaged it into gear and stood on the brake which shit the tractor off. It was fine then. If so then it could be a filter but not likely. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. We have 5 Kubota L3400 manuals available for free PDF download: Workshop Manual, Operator's Manual . You nailed it, it was the forward/reverse pedal, stuck out of neutral position. No one here can tell you much more without more information from trouble shooting. Ask an Expert Car Questions Agriculture and Farm Equipment This answer was rated: Kubota L3400 starter wont engage. Maybe you just typed it wrong - pto needs to be. Battery fully charged, Curtis B., Technician 44,329 Curtis B., Technician 44,329 Satisfied Customers I had it going on Wednesday for about 20 to 30 minutes pushing snow, and then came back a few hours later to do some more work, and it wouldn't start. Luckily, all these parts are much less money than just one hour of labor. The fuel solenoid shuts off fuel or engages linkage that controls fuel distribution. Not being able to use any particular gear is not a common problem, but it occurs sometimes. The other was the switch that senses the neutral position of the hydro pedal. As we also learn about what makes them so reliable, and how to properly start and take care of your small. Do they at least give you a reach around? You have found you high resistance problem. Checking Wheel Bolt Torque. Here are the symptoms: It could still be the battery. JavaScript is disabled. Use an air compressor to flush out if anything is clogged. If it is, you need to replace it. Kubota is one of the most reliable agricultural vehicles to choose from. TONY, DID YOU CHECK THE PTO LEVER, CLUTCH PEDDLE SWITCH AND HIS THE BATTERY CHARGED UP GOOD NO LOOSE CONECTIONS AND SAFETY SWITCH UNDER SEAT. Checking Engine Start System. Dead battery? I figured I needed to bleed the system. Always consult equipment operator's manual and follow safety instructions before operating or servicing any tractor or equipment, or attempting any task. Check the Deadman switch under the seat? Anyone have any ideas on what to do next? Standard Transmission. Evacuator Valve. Thats usually me. Any help would be appreciated. Today went to start the tractor and it won't start. After some time, this cycle will start all over again. I got this tractor from my grand father that passed last year, about 2800 hours on it, my fathers friend helped tow it over and has been sitting beside the RV under our car part since, it has been ran a few times with no issues. Thanks for this threadI was packing up today and this happenednever thought to mess with the pedal until I read this and it started up after a couple of pushes. Thats where I would start, back on the battery. You must log in or register to reply here. Most failures to start with what you have described is from a faulty safety switch or just being out of adjustment. Put the solenoid back on and it would start but then die immediately. Kubota L3400 is a farmers tractor which is a very vital part for some of them. 61. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. That isn't an issue. tested the solenoid and it works. The ignition lights and dash lights turn on with the key on but the engine does not turn over. Try to understand what is the problem first. Or your fuel system needs bleed out so leave the injector line loose and crank for a while. Definitely sounds like a fuel pump issue. If not try the second one. I am going to talk about it elaborately in this article. JavaScript is disabled. Fuel tank is half full. then put the leads on the clamp connections and read it there. 1. The issue would not be in your PTO switch if you have it plugged into each other. Check the gear compartment if something like stone or dried mud had stuck there. 352K views 6 years ago if your Kubota tractor won't start watch this video - and try this first. Kubota L3400 starter won't engage. What happens here is, that every other gear works fine and when you try to use that particular gear. I got this tractor from my grand father that passed last year, about 2800 hours on it, my fathers friend helped tow it over and has been sitting beside the RV under our car part since, it has been ran a few times with no issues. I'm smart and relatively mechanically inclined, but I don't have a lot of experience with diesel or tractors, much less diesel tractors. if it is good, in other words it doesnt drop below about 11 volts. Manage Settings .Sometimes it starts, then dies. Might even be your key switch which controls the solenoid. I had two separate things affect starting on mine. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. The dash lights stay strong and do not dim when the key is turned. This problem occurs mostly with heavier loads. To test circuits, fuses and switches use a multimeter tester you can get one here: http://amzn.to/2A5ihXN , you check continuity of circuitssimple example: if you have a standard fuse you put the test wires on either end if fuse is blown it wont show on your meter, if its good needle will go up showing that current can flow through it(Continuity) if your multi-meter doesn't have a dedicated continuity test mode, you can still perform a continuity test. Continue with Recommended Cookies. I turned the air vent cock to open. OrangeTractorTalks brings together Kubota enthusiasts from around the world, into one place, purpose built just for them. Kubota Tractor Don't Start? Though it is a renowned brand, unfortunately, there are some problems you may face. You need a multimeter to start checking voltages. 2023 TractorByNet.com | TractorByNet is a registered trademark of IMC Digital Universe, Inc. Other trademarks on this page are the property of their respective owners. Or bad battery connection(s). Sometimes it well run for a few seconds other times a few minutes. to know if the battery is good, put the lead directly on the battery post. Make sure there is good voltage at the lift pump. Ran the engine for 30 seconds and turned it off. Air in the fuel line. 900 to tow it?!? Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. The hold in coil is usually tied into low oil pressure, high temperature, sensors to shut the engine down if there is a problem develop when it's already running
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