JD Z245 right rear wheel won't spin

Aquanaut2475

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The right rear wheel of this JD Z245 mower will not spin. The engine does not seem to have any problems, and if I disengage the wheel I am able to push the mower. Where is the best place to start?
 

BlazNT

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The best place to start is with the fluid level. Next would be to make sure no air is in it. Then check the drive belt and pulleys.
Purging Air from Hydraulics
1. Raise rear wheels off ground. Brace with jack stands.
2. Put bypass valves so it freewheels.
3. Get on mower start it and release the brake.
4. Push drive lever full forward for 10 seconds the full reverse for 10 sec. Do this 10 times for forward and 10 times for reverse alternating between each.
5. Return levers to the parked position and set brake. Turn off the mower. Move bypass valve bake to normal operation.
6. Get back on the mower and start it. Do step #4 again.
7. Return levers to the parked position and set brake. Turn off the mower.
8. Return mower to ground.
9. Test for proper working. If not repeat.
10. Check oil level and fill.
 
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