Five-Minute Mower Fixes Under $5
Have five bucks lying around? Instead of a $5 footlong or your weekly lottery tickets, check out these cheap lawn mower quick fixes in five minutes or less!
Changing Spark Plug
Time: 1-2 minutes
Replacing an old worn out spark plug will ensure your mower starts quickly and runs efficiently. See How to Replace a Spark Plug.
Replacing Fuel Filter
Time: 5 minutes
A new clean fuel filter will improve fuel efficiency and help prevent an expensive carburetor rebuild.
Cleaning/Replacing Air Filter
Time: 2-3 minutes
Many air filters can be cleaned periodically before they wear out. If your mower has a foam prefilter, you can gently soak it in soap and water, then let dry. Pleated air filters can be cleaned out with a quick shot of air from an air compressor. Replace the air filter at the recommended intervals outlined in your owner’s manual. See How to Replace the Air Filter.
Oil Change
Time: 5 minutes
Changing the oil in your lawn mower at the recommended intervals (refer to owner’s manual) ensures the engine components are properly lubricated and running clean during operation.
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