JOHN DEERE E120 Nothing Happens Key Turned
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Starter Improvement Relay Kit
The 100-series JD mowers often suffer from excessive resistance in the ignition wiring harness and safety switches. This kit bypasses the high-resistance path by using the original solenoid trigger wire to actuate a secondary relay, ensuring the solenoid receives full battery amperage for engagement. It is the standard engineering fix for intermittent or 'dead' starting symptoms on this platform.
SKU: AM107421
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Starter Solenoid
The solenoid uses an internal electromagnetic coil to bridge high-current contacts; these copper contacts can become pitted or oxidized over time due to arcing. When this occurs, the mechanical plunger fails to create a low-resistance bridge to the starter motor, resulting in a total lack of cranking despite a healthy battery. This component is the primary electromechanical gate between the battery and the motor.
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Brake Interlock Switch
The start circuit is physically interrupted unless the brake pedal is fully depressed, which actuates a momentary contact switch. Mechanical fatigue in the internal spring or carbon buildup on the contact pins prevents the circuit from closing. If the switch remains in the 'open' state, the cranking signal never reaches the solenoid, causing the 'nothing happens' symptom reported.
SKU: GY20156
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DIY Repair Guide
Watch exactly how to replace the Starter Improvement Relay Kit.
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