Makita Front Support Wheel / Skid Malfunction

Robot mower occasionally stops with front lifted slightly and wheels spinning, even on small obstacles

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Possible Causes

Seized front caster wheel, Worn or flat-spotted front roller, Debris jammed around front wheel axle, Bent front wheel bracket

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn OFF the mower before inspection.

  • Inspect front wheel: Lift the front of the mower and spin the caster or roller by hand. It should rotate freely.
  • Clean axle: Remove grass, hair, or string wrapped around the axle.
  • Check bracket: Ensure the front wheel bracket is not bent and allows full movement.
  • Replace if worn: Install a new Makita front wheel or roller assembly if the old one is seized or badly worn.

A properly functioning front support wheel helps the mower ride over small bumps instead of getting hung up.

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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Front Caster Wheel Assembly
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