Zero-turn pulls to one side: tire pressure and tracking

Applies to: Toro TimeCutter, Kubota ZD, Cub Cadet RZT and other zero-turn mowers

Symptoms

  • Drifts left or right with both levers full forward
  • One side feels weaker on hills
  • Uneven cut lines

Why it happens

Unequal rear tire pressure, a tracking adjustment out of spec, or one hydro drive low on fluid or with a slipping belt.

How to fix it

  1. Set both rear tires to the same pressure.
  2. Adjust tracking at the lever linkage per the manual.
  3. Check the drive belt and idler tension.
  4. Check fluid on serviceable transaxles and purge air if the weak side persists.

Tools and parts

  • Tire gauge
  • Wrenches
  • Drive belt

What the factory service manual covers

Controls and drive: tracking adjustment, belt routing, transaxle service. The full procedure, specs and wiring diagrams are in the factory service manual for your machine.

Get the factory service manual

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