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Lawn Mower Maintenance

Lawn mower maintenance procedures. How to's, tips and schedules for maintaining lawn mowers.

Preventative Maintenance for Lawn Mowers

Regular preventative maintenance on lawn mowers ensures a long life for the mower and optimum engine performance. Mowers in northern climates also need to be winterized after the final cut in the fall.

Troubleshooting a Gas Mower

Problems and solutions to common lawn mower issues.

Lawn Mower Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance schedule for new lawn mowers. When to perform scheduled maintenance checks. What's on a lawn mower maintenance schedule

Lawn Mower Maintenance - Changing the Engine Oil

How to change the engine oil on a lawn mower. When to change the oil on a lawn mower

Lawn Mower Maintenance - Servicing the Spark Plug

Cleaning the spark plug. Replacing the spark plug. Setting the gap on the spark plug. Servicing the spark plug.

Lawn Mower Maintenance - Cleaning the Air Filter

How to clean the air filter on a lawn mower. When to clean the air filter on a lawn mower

Winterizing a Lawn Mower

How to prepare a lawn mower for winter storage.

Quick Tip to Avoid Engine Smoke and Dirty Air Filter

Avoid engine smoke. Avoid dirty air filter. Be careful when turning mower on its side.

3 Easy Steps for a Lawn Mower Tune-Up

About.com's Guide to Landscaping, David Beaulieu explains how to give your mower a tune-up.

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