When I try to start my sit on mountford mower (1436M) the engine wont start and there is a high pitched noise when i turn the key.Th e battery is charged, do I need to buy a new starter motor . The mower is only two and a half years old .

Mrs S, October 2011

make sure the battery is fully charged /put battery on charge for 4/5 hours.if the problem still persists then it sounds like the solenoid on the starter motor which has failed .you could also check wiring to solenoid for security before replacing starter.

mech monster, October 2011