Replace Spark Plugs on a Husqvarna Yard Tractor
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Husqvarna YTH22V46 spark plug replacement - Learn how to change the plugs in a Husqvarna lawn tractor, with a Briggs and Stratton 22hp Intek V-twin engine. Most any other engine will have a very similar process to change spark plugs in a mower. lawn mower spark plugs are easy to replace and it requires only a minimum of tools. You can change the spark plugs in a tractor after watching this video with full confidence and have your lawn tractor running much better in no time. Thanks for watching!
Dennis Coffey
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I appreciate your style of explaining while demonstrating. It really helps a guy who doesn’t have much experience like me.
Thank you for all your support, sir!
Thanks, Dennis. I put on my new no-flat front tires yesterday! I've been dealing with one tire for several years that likes to go flat. NO MORE NO MORE NO MORE thanks to your video! God bless, brother!
Thank you! Yes, I love having these no-flats.
@@dwcoffey How many years you own this Husqvarna riding lawn mower... ???
Do you Recommend Some One to Buy One also...???
I just changed mine successfully, after watching this video. Cheers!
Fantastic! Thanks for watching!
Thank you Dennis! Your videos on the Husqvarna mower has been a blessing for me! Best wishes
Thank you so much for watching, Esteban!
Thank you for that info.. very helpful for women who need a fix
Thank you for watching, Connie! I'm so glad this helped!
thanks for ur insight on how to service a lawn tractor my friend u help a lot I see how u change around the parts to drain the oil without the oil spilling on the tractor frame am thinking about doing the same thing the maker of the tractor should av done wat u do to drain the oil out of the tractor that was very smart of u to make that adjustment keep the good video coming all the best too
Thank you so much for watching, Saul!
Thanks, Dennis please let me know when you have the video ready. Thanks again for all your help.
Will do, thanks Rick!
Hey Dennis! Very clear, well done video. It helps a whole lot that we have the exact same model of tractor, your instructions always fit!
My engine has been “surging” so I’ve removed the carb to find it brand-new-clean. Still reamed out the holes with tiny drill files, all clear 100%. Then I read the plugs fouled, old or otherwise damaged can cause the same surging issues. I’ve got the plugs then came here to see what you advise. Now I know how!
Your previous advice of adding antifreeze to my rear tire(s) worked great! I did put one gallon in each tire. It’s holding pressure (used to leak a tiny bit of air) and MUCH more stable on the bit of hill I have. Thanks!
Thanks for watching, John! I'm glad these videos have been so helpful!!
As always, in little time we learn so much. Thank you, we appreciate it.
Thank you for watching!
Dennis love your videos your calm and clear voice great content
Thank you!! I really appreciate that and thank you for watching!
Thanks for the great tutorial! I used this as a guide to change out my spark plugs yesterday. I enjoyed the story about the mouse. I chuckled. Then I went to remove my old spark plugs... and had to remove a mouse coiled up around it! 🤣 He felt quite crispy and crunchy 🤣
I don't know what draws them but something sure does! I bet he was crispy curled up around the plug boot! Thanks for watching!
Good job mister Dennis. We have the same engine I have a Toro LX466 I will change the sparks this weekend thanks again
Thanks for watching, Wilvert! I hope the spark plug change went smoothly!
76mm is 3 inches. edit: okay that was posted before watching the rest. That was a well done video.
Thanks for watching!
Hey Dennis. That mower is exactly like mine I got from Rural King this past February. Same engine and everything. I have a little over 20 hrs on mine. Really like my Husky. Appreciate your videos sir. I changed the oil in mine a little over 2 weeks ago also.
That's great Joe!! Thanks for watching and commenting. I hope my videos help you. I sure like my Husky.
Your videos are Awsome! I have the exact Tractor mower. I bought it used, and It’s having a hard time starting when it’s cold. I’m going to start with spark plug change.
A little never seize works great . Steel plug and aluminum cylinder . I had a stuck plug in a engine once , what a nightmare . Thanks for the info . Nick
Great point! Thanks for watching and sharing, Nick!
Dennis do you have a film to show how to replace the starter motor and solenid. Thanking you in advance. Rick Hundley
Thanks for watching, Rick! I'm sorry, I do not. When the need arises to replace the solenoid and/or the starter, I will definitely make a video.
Excellent video. The only comment is the gap in metric is 0.76 mm not 76 mm. Look forward to more videos.
oops...yea 76mm gap might be just a little too wide. LOL! Thanks Jonathan!
The ending, with you riding away into the sunset... LOL.
Suggestion for the next video: replacing the solenoid. I'm supposed to get mine today and replace it after the mower won't start. It's not the battery (checked), and the next easy thing to do is to replace the solenoid. It's right under the battery cage. You have to remove the battery and the plastic cage it's in to get to it.
You inspired me to explore more, so here I am!
I'll try to replace it later today. Waiting for Amazon to deliver. LOL.
Update: I did it! It was the solenoid!
LOL! Thanks....I don't normally make ending screens beyond my "thanks for watching" bit, but decided to on this one for some reason. :) I've not had to replace my solenoid, but you are right...that will make a good vid. Just be sure to disconnect the battery first! I hope goes well with the replacement and you are able to get your mower up and running. Thanks for watching, Ronny!
Dennis, I have a Snapper with the same B&S engine and my manual calls for finger tight and then 1/2 turn on new plugs (to crush the washer). Snapper also suggests the NGK FR-5 plugs. I replaced mine today because it was running terrible. Did oil change, oil filter, and plugs ... new fuel filter didn't get here yet from Amazon. Still runs bad so I guess it's the stale gas (rather old). Thanks for your very good vids.
Thank you for watching! Yes, could be the fuel filter...you'll know when it arrives and you install it :) If you have old gas in the tank, could be that. (I put a product called Sta-Bil in all my cans when I fill them up.....year round, so I don't have to worry about my gas). also could be the carb needs cleaning. I hope you get it fixed easily and without trouble!
@@dwcoffey I also use Sta-bil in my gas can that I use for my small implements. This gas, though, is REALLY old, maybe 1 year or so. The gas these days is junk. Good idea about cleaning the carb. Thanks.
Great video - thanks! I was wondering if you could mention what Revision your manual is that specifies the RC12YC Spark Plug. I am looking at a Rev. 2 manual, and it indicates a Champion QC12YC is the correct plug. I'd appreciate getting your input on this!
Hey Steven, thanks for watching! I'll have to check my manual when I get home and let you know what version it is. The QC12YC plug is now spec'd and is primarily made to suppress electrical noise and avoid interference with EFI injection systems. Briggs recommends RC12YC as a substitute since their engines don't have EFI systems.
@@dwcoffey Appologies for the novel here, but I can't thank you enough! I'm very green with all this - first riding mower ever. I've watched just about every video you've put out on this mower now, and I want to make it clear how much they've help!
This is the second season I've had this mower, and it started having trouble starting it cold. I used starter fluid a few times to get it going, but I want to figure out the root cause (probably sub-par maintenance).
Now I'm changing the oil/filter, spark plugs, battery (it's not holding a charge well), hitting the grease points, re-leveling the deck, resetting the gauge wheels (my lawn is very uneven), and hopefully that does it - if it's the carb, that's beyond my lowly skills!
I feel like I understand this machine so much better now in terms of how it works and how to properly care for it. Once again, thank you very much!
That's awesome Steven! You've really gone through that mower. I checked my Operating Manual and it is Rev 581 60 26-26. Thank you again for watching my videos and I'm glad to know they've helped!
My mower has parts and numbers listed under the hood and it shows the sparkplug is RC12YC. I think they are inchangeable.
I have the 24 hp with a 48 in deck and all I did was new plugs air filter and a new battery,the gentleman that gave it to me because he didn't feel like doing a tune up on it he went and bought a new mower
That's a great deal for you! Fantastic!
Thanks again for sharing this video with us.
Thank you so much for watching, David!
Thank you for your videos, I appreciate the time you take to explain everything step by step... new subscriber...
Thank you for watching, and thanks so much for subscribing!
Really like your videos. They are helping us make a decision on what rider to buy. So keep making them you do a GREAT job at it. Also don't know if you have said but the hood is metal. And that is a plus in my book. How long have you owned your rider that you show
Thnaks again for watching, Roger. My Husqvarna does have a metal hood, and I agree, that is a plus. I've had my tractor for nearly 5 years now.
I think I’ll change the plugs on our Husqvarna Intek V-Twin before doing the Nikki dual carburetor kit.
Good idea! Thank you for watching, James!
Very well presented videos across the board!
Thank you Rajul!! I appreciate you watching and thanks for the nice comment!
You are an absolute life saver,thanks!
Thanks for watching! I love your username!
Good mowers and thanks for your video
Thanks for watching, Daniel!
What’s the platinum version of the RC12YC? I cannot seem to locate what it would be through my manual or online.
Thanks for watching Kevin! Champion platinum is #3071 (RC12PYC), and the NGK equivalent is (3440) BKR5EP-11. Here are links:
Champion #3017: amzn.to/3H06KHp NGK (3440) BKR5EP-11 : amzn.to/3tTDKNT
Nice tutorial Bro! Is that a 3/8 drive torque wrench?
Thank you for watching, Carey! Yes, I have a 3/8 drive and a 1/2 drive torque wrenches.
Hi Dennis, I just did my 100 hr. tune up, and what prompted me to do that was that I was hearing what sounded like my engine fluttering or losing spark that seemed to be coming and going. There was no change after tune-up and today I took it out to mow my lawn and it sounded baffled or muffled of sorts and the engine just quit on me while mowing a half hour into the mow.. I started it back up and went back and parked in front of my garage and used an insulated plug wire puller. (IF sitting on the seat) I pulled off the right plug wire and started the tractor and slowly moved the wire to the plug with no noticeable difference but saw 'some' spark. I then put the plug wire on the right plug and unplugged the left side and started the tractor again. I could see that it was running rough and when I moved the left plug wire toward the left plug, it picked right up and ran decent. I have determined that the left bank has full spark and my right bank is intermittent or weak. I thought originally the cause was bad gas but I've since flushed and replaced with new fuel/filter and no change. I'm sure if one bank runs great, it's not the carb, as I originally thought water got in the bowl. So, I have weak spark that comes and goes on the right side, so I'm wondering if I have a bad connection. Any idea where to look or if anyone else had this issue? It's the B & S 22 hp. Thanks
I'd probably start with replacing the right plug wire (or maybe both to be sure). Also might want to check the ground wire on the ignition coil, a bad ground or shorting ground could cause intermittent spark. If those are both good, I'd probably change the coil out next. Let me know what you find, I'll do my best to help.
@@dwcoffey Yeh, I'm agreeing with a ground issue. Maybe the coil has come loose. When it first started the issue, it would come and go like there was water in the fuel, and sometimes 'flutter' a strange sound(like the valves were floating) for a few seconds and then run strong. It's settled down now to just bad spark on the right side now. I was thinking a bad diode but I'm sure something has come loose. Just can't find a video on removing that top cover around the flywheel but it looks simple enough. It runs weak on the right side and it runs strong on the left. I'll let you know what I find.
@@dwcoffey Here's my exact issue. ruclips.net/video/IxGXbScmnFU/видео.html
Yes, let me know how it goes and if I can help at all.
@@dwcoffey Well, I pulled the hood and shroud off, unplugged the Diodes from the wire harness to the ignition switch and both diodes tested as they should by a video @ about 49.8 AND only in one direction. You use the setting of Continuity) After testing, etc. I started the tractor and it seems to run good again. ( Maybe the plugs needed a removal and re-plug for good contact) I did take some fine wet sand paper (used dry) and sand my flywheel coil 'iron' area ( not that it matters) and I had a buddy mechanic stop over so he could have a listen. I also removed the carb bowl ( on his advice) and cleaned it out of 'some' mild sediment at the bottom and replaced it. We thought something OR water was splashing around in there since it happened AFTER I pulled out into the yard while moving. Still same results( but then again, I wasn't driving and splashing a dirty bowl around) . The engine sounded slightly worked when I took off the brake ( because it activates belts I was told) and even more when I activate the mower blades to put the engine under load. My buddy came back over and said that the governor was making up for the idle with pressure put on the engine. I then thought it was a governor issue and suggested raising the idle. My friend said it don't matter because the governor would take over anyway. He told me to let him know of any changes later while in use. He also showed me the brass looking breather on the front of the fuel pump to keep clean because it's a vacuum pump and needs to breath and that I may have been starving it of fuel because it was indeed dust filled. IF it happens again, I will replace my fuel pump as they are cheap. I will be in touch, but, for now it seems to be in top working order now. Thanks.
I have a 22v46 I'm having hard time getting it to start, i have change fuel system and everything fuel related except the carburetor. I used carburetor cold start and the mower starts right away and runs good, however soon as i turn it off wont start unless i use the carburetor fluid to get it running. Do you any ideas what i can i do?
Thanks for watching! This should help: ruclips.net/video/b2-1erNO_ks/видео.html
Thanks that was really useful man.
Thank you for watching, Jonnie!
hey Dennis
haven't heard from you in awhile hope all is well. can't wait for the oil drain plumbing.
be safe be well god bless...
Thanks Danny! All is good....my regular job has had me buried. I promise the oil drain mod video is coming :)
I hope all is well with you and God bless!!
Hey Danny, sorry for the delay (new day-job). I finally got that video done and posted! Thanks for being patient! ruclips.net/video/rGfXpM1J2g4/видео.html
Awesome, thanks Dennis 🙏👍
Thank you, as always, Kenneth! I appreciate your support!
Hi Dennis, I wish you would do a vid on leveling the deck. Thanks
Thanks for watching. I'll try to work on one! I have another video posted that shows how to setup a Husqvarna tractor. I briefly go over the method to use for leveling the deck. That may help you in the meantime.
I like to add a little never seize to the plug threads.
I've never done it, but a lot of people do...it certainly doesn't hurt a thing and can make it easier to remove the lugs later. Thanks for watching and for commenting David!
QUESTION : What size tubing if I go to the hardware store...bought mine used ..no drain hose
For the oil drain? 1/2" tubing should do it. Here's what I did to eliminate the need for a piece of tubing: ruclips.net/video/rGfXpM1J2g4/видео.html
Mr Coffee. I've found a flat rear on the husqvarna. How do I lift it up?
Hi Susan....I jack up the rear from the tow hitch. Just be sure to chock the front tires so it doesn't roll.
@@dwcoffey thank you
Obviously I'd never have thought of it. Is there any place that repairs the tire or will I have to buy a new tire? If either way, where would be the best place to go?
I remember you said you just lifted the front up. I didn't know it would be easy to pick it up.
@@dwcoffey do you mean to use a jack that you use a tire jack,?
You can use a car jack. Be sure to block the tractor up so it doesn't fall on you while you are working on it. Most car tire shops will be able to fix the tire. If it needs replacing, most can do that too.
I am now having issues starting my Husqvarna YTH22v46 Dennis. When I go to start it, I put the choke on and it cranks around 20-30 revolutions before starting. Can't figure it out. It's only got 30 hrs on it. I think I'll check the Gap again on the plugs. What's say you?
HI Joe, thanks for watching. Yes sir, I'd check the plugs, maybe replace them. Also check (clean or replace) the air filter. Finally, if it still gives you trouble, run a can of Seafoam in a full tank of gas through it. It'll clean the carb etc and may take care of it. Let me know if you still have troubles.
Thanks Dennis, I will do that this weekend. I just want to say with a little laughter on my end that when I went to mow the back yard after I got home from work, I went and sat down and put the choke on and BBBRRRRUUUUUMMM ! Fired right off. Got me confused by I'm still gonna do all you said. Thanks again.
Well, I'm glad it fired right up Joe! I've noticed with a little age, if I put mine on full choke, then only turn it over for like 2 seconds, it will fire (kinda slowly) but then start right up. Any longer than about 2 seconds and I have to turn it over 10 to 12 times before it fires up.
Battery?
Thank you
Thank you for watching!
Hi Dennis, how do you properly adjust the idle screw on a Husqvarna YTA 22v46? Do you adjust it to sound when the throttle control is in the slowest (turtle) position or when it is in the fastest (rabbit)? When I adjust it high so I can get more speed out of the tractor, I can lower the throttle to its slowest position but the RPM on the engine remains unchanged and when I push it up into the choking position, the engine doesn't begin to choke out. Is there a certain RPM the engine should be running at when the throttle is in it slowest and fastest positions? How do you check the RPMs on a lawn tractor engine? Thanks.
Thanks for watching, Dave! Normally you will adjust the idle speed with the engine warmed up and at idle. Typical idle speed for a Briggs V-Twin is around 1750 rpm. Seems like most of the time, if take the idle adjustment screw all the way in so that it is just touching the seat (find this by feel) then back it out about 1-1/2 turns...that usually gets it pretty close. If you want to be more precise, there are small, inexpensive tachometers for small engines...some will connect to the plug wire, some are non-contact...but they will allow you to set the idle exactly where you want it.
@@dwcoffey Thanks, Dennis.
Hey Dennis will these spark plugs work on the 48”?
Hey Brandon. What engine do you have (make and horsepower)?
My mistake the Mower is a YTH22V46 sorry about that.
That's the same model I have, so once I need to tackle this job and make a vid, it will be applicable to yours. Thanks again for watching, Rick!
Hey there today is Saturday April 4th 2020. Any chance you are stuck at home on a quarantine and getting this that I could text or call you about a mower question?
Thanks for watching.....sorry for the delay. No, my job is running full out and it has been crazy busy!! You can either leave me a question here or on my website www.coffeycraftsmanco.com. I'll do my best to get to it as soon as I can.
I have the same model tractor that you have. I bought mine used this summer. I'm 63 years old (female). I bought this tractor so I could handle the lawn myself. Unfortunately I find it very difficult to turn. Is it just me, or can the steering be too tight?
Hi Terry, thank you for watching. I do not have any trouble turning mine. Please see one of my other videos detailing how to lubricate this tractor: ruclips.net/video/iokdLbMDIMQ/видео.html Part of the process I show involves greasing the gear at the bottom of the steering column. This may help 'loosen up' the steering so that it isn't so stiff. Let me know if that doesn't work, and we'll try to figure out what to try next! Thanks!
I meant nice job!!
Thank you for watching, John!
I'm embarrassed ... I've only put new plugs in my '07 model YTH2246 2 or 3 times, (but it runs & starts good!) guess I better do it again, huh? I do change oil & filter every season. :)
Thanks for watching! My daddy says, "if it ain't broke, don't fix it!" HAHA. If you're only on your 2nd set of plugs, it might be time to put another set in. :) Regular oil and filter changes are the most important to extending the life of the engine.
@@dwcoffey I agree. :)
76mm spark plug gap? I can understand why your spark plug gauge didn't have that size!
Haha! I just realized I kept saying 76mm instead of 0.76mm! Thanks for pointing that out. I think a 76mm gap would not run too well in that engine. LOL! Thanks for watching!
.030" = .76 mm. , not 76 mm. (76 mm= 2.992")
Fyi, formula is .030 x 25.4= .762 mm.
There is 25.4 mm per inch, so multiply to figure out mm, divide to figure inch. Ex, .762 mm÷ 25.4= .030" of an inch
Yes, I misspoke. Thanks for watching!
@@dwcoffey welcome bud and thanks for video. Im a machinist by trade and always working metric and inch, and a lot of people dknt know the formulas for conversion
Dang! You actually used a torque wrench. Yay!!! There is no substitute. I worked in.a calibration lab for 30 years. You cannot tell by feel how much torque is being applied. The human body can only tell that there's a difference between two things...it cannot measure the difference....like with temperature, force, light...etc.
Thanks
You spent $1700 for a mower...spend $20 for a torque wrench, and stop guessing.
Yes sir! Very good points, thank you! and most things get grossly over torqued as a result of not using a torque wrench. Thanks for watching and I appreciate your comment!
There are only 3 torque specs for us backyard guys, On, Off, and "I never want this fucking thing to come off ever again". Lol
Dead mouse...gross. 😂
Thank you for watching, Angelo! I couldn't figure out why my socket wouldn't go on the plug. then I found it....yea, it was pretty nasty.