My problem ended up being in the solenoid. I hope this video is helpful to other having issues with their mowers electrical system. Click the picture at the end of the video to see how to test the solenoid.
How to disable all lawnmower safety switches on Troy bilt mustang colt. I show you how to check your main safety switches on your lawn mower.
My Cub Cadet RZT would not crank.
I have already replaced both the battery and solenoid.
Safety switches on lawn mowers are there to protect you from injury. However, for repair purposes it may be necessary to bypass or disable the safety switches on your riding lawnmower. After repair always, return all safety switches to full functionality before using your riding lawnmower again. One of the ways lawn tractor manufacturers make these pieces of equipment safer is through the addition of safety switches. There are several key safety switches that interact with other lawn tractor parts to make mowing safer.