Changing Engine Oil. 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. 63. Established in 2009, we are the largest online community of Kubota tractor and equipment owners. Two weeks ago is the last time I used my L3400. 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. You must log in or register to reply here. 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. The dash lights come on, but when I turn the key all the way there is no click or response at all from the starter. To fix this problem, you need to lean the fuel bowl first. Thirdly, the problem can be in the fuel injector pump. Here are the symptoms: It could still be the battery. 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. It needs to be properly functioned to do all the tasks is supposed to do. If it is the starter solenoid circuit that is preventing the starter, you can activate the starter at the starter, by bypassing the interlocking safety switches and activating it directly at the starter. Always consult equipment operator's manual and follow safety instructions before operating or servicing any tractor or equipment, or attempting any task. L3400DT W/ LA463 FEL and L235DT W/ BF400 Loader. The air cleaner can be clogged or an unadjusted engine valve can cause this problem. 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. 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. After that, it will pick it up in about a minute or so. Anything and everything about Kubota. Checking Wheel Bolt Torque. The dead man switch on my fwd/rev pedal is 100% my culprit for no crank no start. L3400 won't start after trying to bleed fuel system. - OrangeTractorTalks We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. Kansas, Butler county, Just east of DooDah. But since your relays may not even click. We have 5 Kubota L3400 manuals available for free PDF download: Workshop Manual, Operator's Manual . Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Any chance a pto is engaged? Replaced the stop relay but still get same results. Replace the oil with some light oil. You will feel like this is a new vehicle you are running. Any thoughts? called kubota and other parts places, they have no idea what it is, can't find a pic of it anywhere, so we just put a switch on it for now. Removed the solenoid and the tractor started, had to restrict airflow since the fuel solenoid was not connected.. Shutting of Suddenly Arter Working for a While. Try cleaning your battery post and ground cable. Today went to start the tractor and it won't start. Put new solenoid on.no start. Fuel flow issues are the most common reason for Kubota L3400 to stop working after running for a while. Do it again if you feel needed. You need to get a service book for this tractor with a wiring diagram. You have found you high resistance problem. At the end of the fuel rail is a valve. or the starter engage, you need to know if it is the battery, or high resistance/ connection or something. It generally happens if there are any battery issues. It may not display this or other websites correctly. The ignition lights and dash lights turn on with the key on but the engine does not turn over. After some time, this cycle will start all over again. 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. Luckily, all these parts are much less money than just one hour of labor. My L2800 has done this since newjust not as much now, It has gotten better with age. Today it won't start. 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. so look for bad grounds. THe tractor will turn over but will not start. (EDIT) not 3500, L3400, and i think he said it was a 2008 model. 63. else. I have problem but it is not the seat switch because the PTO continues to rotate whether I am on the seat or not. I turned the air vent cock to open. You must log in or register to reply here. This happens infrequently enough for me to forget each time, and I just sit there with a puzzeled look on my face for about 30 seconds. 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. You need to get a tester light and follow the current. It doesn't even attempt to start. Kubota L3400 No Start | Tractor Forum If not then your solenoid could be bad if so then you have bigger issues that need deeper troubleshooting. If it is, you need to replace it. One was a simple matter of lubing the bottom end of the cable assembly that operates the PTO. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. Many thanks. If the tractor starts off good, works for some time, and suddenly stops while in use, the most common reason is fuel starvation. You must log in or register to reply here. It generally happens when algae grow inside the fuel bowl. What this does is, it pulls the fuel and takes it to the engine from the fuel tank. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. Is your 3400 a hydrostat or standard shift transmission? .Sometimes it starts, then dies. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. My relatively new (71 hours) Kubota L3400 will not start. Yes, if the air was formed in the hydraulic system, it can be stopped completely. It could be your fuel pump, but more likely it's your solenoid. Established in 2009, we are the largest online community of Kubota tractor and equipment owners. Always consult equipment operator's manual and follow safety instructions before operating or servicing any tractor or equipment, or attempting any task. JavaScript is disabled. Getting fuel and hot battery. 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. then put the leads on the clamp connections and read it there. You are using an out of date browser. if its filled with dirt and thick mud-like object, you need to replace the filter. Battery fully charged, Curtis B., Technician 44,329 Curtis B., Technician 44,329 Satisfied Customers JavaScript is disabled. Ran the engine for 30 seconds and turned it off. Will it start challenge! Cold weather starting of Kubota equipment Check the gear compartment if something like stone or dried mud had stuck there. Read somewhere that the fuel solenoid can cause the issue. Thats where I would start, back on the battery. Though it is a renowned brand, unfortunately, there are some problems you may face. Open it, start it and let it run for a few minutes then close it. Don't really have that for something that doesn't get used much. I figured I needed to bleed the system. It's diesel so it's probably either the injection pump or the lift pump. The ignition lights and dash lights turn on with the key on but the engine does not turn over. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Make sure there's flow through the fuel system, start at the filter, then the lift pump, then injection pump, then injectors. First, never use starting fluid in a diesel. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. 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. 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. If so then it could be a filter but not likely. I tried the solution proposed by crbr, rocking the transmission pedal - and it worked - made my day! The fuel solenoid shuts off fuel or engages linkage that controls fuel distribution. Secondly, check and inspect the fuel filter. Does that include lube? shut down tractor in field, When you load heavier the RPM shows down to an almost shiftless situation. follow that with all the safety switches in the path to engaging the start relay. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. It is hard to believe that two little wires control the whole contraption. Crack a line at an injector and see if you have fuel when cranking the engine. 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. If there is any water mixed with the oil then the engine can stall. Then I tried to continue mowing, but I only made it down the hill and the tractor stalled as I made the turn. if your Kubota tractor won't start watch this video - and try this first. Injection pumps rarely fail. Try to understand what is the problem first. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. Check for voltage there and if not figure out why. Is the large wire on the starter near 12.6 volts? There are several ways to solve this problem. Battery fully charged, clicks when key is turned, but not engaging or spinning. Check that the fuel shutoff solenoid is getting voltage before you go blaming the pump. We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. Kubota L3400DT-IF 4 WD Tractor, Serial . Battery is good. Press J to jump to the feed. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Another common problem in Kubota is not getting started at all but just clicking. For almost a Month I could not start the Kubota Tractor, come to find out after testing every switch and relay on the tractor it is a plunger switch on the what Kubota calls the (speed control pedal in the owners manual) (they should call it the Forward/Reverse pedal) Translators ? 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.