I have a Craftsman riding mower MODEL # 536.270321 it will not start...I think the problem is a wire coming from the seat switch is lose.....it has a female connector and is about 2" long.....I can not see a male connector anywhere near by to connect it to....where should I be looking?

Mary, November 2011

Hello,

I would check all of the interlock switches (i.e. those that are necessary to be closed before the ignition will activate). There is usually one under the seat (to make sure the driver is in position prior to starting), one on the brake and one on the drive direction and blade control (i.e. to prevent reverse motion, whilst the blades are activated).
Also, a friend of mine recently had trouble because he changed the earth/-ve lead (between the battery and the starter motor), for another which was not of sufficient quality/ current carrying capacity (having too much electrical resistance) and would not allow sufficient current through the starter....
I hope this helps with your problem-solving
Regards

Ricehofen, November 2011