{"product_id":"pto-clutch-auc20538-oem","title":"AUC20538 OEM PTO Clutch for John Deere Z970R, Z960M, Z950R, Z950M | ZTrak 60\" \u0026 72\"","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003egenuine John Deere AUC20538 electric PTO clutch\u003c\/strong\u003e is an OEM replacement clutch for select \u003cstrong\u003eJohn Deere ZTrak commercial zero-turn mowers\u003c\/strong\u003e, including applications in the \u003cstrong\u003eZ970R, Z960M, Z950R, and Z950M\u003c\/strong\u003e families.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe third-party seller specifically lists \u003cstrong\u003eAUC20538\u003c\/strong\u003e for select \u003cstrong\u003eZ950M 60-inch\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eZ950R 60-inch\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eZ960M\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eZ970R 72-inch\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-Z deck applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn Deere identifies \u003cstrong\u003eAUC20538\u003c\/strong\u003e as the current substitute for the earlier \u003cstrong\u003eAUC18452\u003c\/strong\u003e PTO clutch path. The related Warner commercial clutch family is \u003cstrong\u003eWarner 5228-80\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is associated with the earlier AUC18452 \/ AUC18216 path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e John Deere used different PTO clutch configurations across ZTrak models, deck sizes, and production ranges. Match the original clutch number or verify the mower model, deck configuration, and serial number in the John Deere parts catalog before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine OEM John Deere electric PTO clutch assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent John Deere Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e AUC20538\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrevious John Deere Path:\u003c\/strong\u003e AUC18452\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Warner Clutch Family:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5228-80\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercial-duty PTO clutch and brake assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for select John Deere ZTrak commercial zero-turn mower applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM construction for customers who specifically prefer genuine John Deere replacement parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarner 5228-80 Reference Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe following published Warner specifications are useful when comparing the AUC20538 \/ AUC18452 replacement path to the original clutch:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrankshaft Bore:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-1\/8 inch \/ 1.125 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePulley \/ Flange OD:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 6.845 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRotation:\u003c\/strong\u003e CCW\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 VDC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRated Clutch Torque:\u003c\/strong\u003e 225 ft-lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCurrent Draw:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 6.86 amps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoil Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 1.75 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection:\u003c\/strong\u003e integral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTorque rating note:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 225 ft-lb specification is the clutch's rated torque capacity. It is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e the mounting-bolt tightening torque.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Brands \u0026amp; Model Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis genuine OEM clutch is for select \u003cstrong\u003eJohn Deere ZTrak commercial mower\u003c\/strong\u003e applications using the \u003cstrong\u003eAUC20538\u003c\/strong\u003e clutch path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSeller-Listed Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJohn Deere Z970R:\u003c\/strong\u003e select 72-inch Mid-Z deck applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJohn Deere Z960M:\u003c\/strong\u003e select applications including 60-inch Mid-Z deck configurations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJohn Deere Z950R:\u003c\/strong\u003e select 60-inch Mid-Z deck applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJohn Deere Z950M:\u003c\/strong\u003e select 60-inch Mid-Z deck applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional John Deere ZTrak Families\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn Deere catalogs the AUC20538 replacement path across additional select commercial ZTrak applications, including mower families such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZ920M\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZ930A, Z930M, Z930R\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZ950A, Z950M, Z950R\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZ955M, Z955R\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZ960A, Z960M, Z960R\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZ965M, Z965R\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZ970A, Z970R\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not order from the broad ZTrak model name alone. Deck size, serial range, engine configuration, and original clutch number can affect fitment. Confirm that your mower calls for \u003cstrong\u003eAUC20538\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eAUC18452\u003c\/strong\u003e, or the corresponding verified replacement path before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReplaces OEM Part Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJohn Deere:\u003c\/strong\u003e AUC20538\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJohn Deere Previous Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e AUC18452\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Earlier John Deere Path:\u003c\/strong\u003e AUC18216\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAftermarket \u0026amp; Manufacturer Cross-Reference Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarner:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5228-80, 522880\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarner Previous Revision:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5228-76, 522876\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarner Previous Revision:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5228-55, 522855\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarner Previous Revision:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5228-38, 522838\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCross-reference note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warner identifies 5228-80 as the replacement for 5228-76, 5228-55, and 5228-38. The Warner 5228-80 family is associated with the John Deere AUC18452 \/ AUC18216 clutch path that leads into the current AUC20538 replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore Ordering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003egenuine John Deere OEM product sold and fulfilled by a third-party seller through eBay\u003c\/strong\u003e. PTO Direct USA provides the fitment and cross-reference information to help customers locate difficult or expensive OEM clutch options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct price, inventory, shipping, warranty, returns, and fulfillment are controlled by the third-party seller and can change. Review the current eBay listing before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Symptoms of a Failing PTO Clutch\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMower blades will not engage when the PTO switch is activated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePTO clutch clicks but the deck belt does not turn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlades engage when cold and stop after the mower heats up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntermittent blade engagement under heavy mowing load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeck belt slips, squeals, or smokes during engagement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBurning smell or excessive heat near the PTO clutch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrinding, bearing noise, or abnormal vibration from the clutch area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePTO fuse repeatedly blows because of a clutch coil or wiring fault\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 genuine OEM John Deere AUC20538 PTO clutch assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated pulley and clutch\/brake assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectrical connection components supplied with the OEM clutch as shown in the seller photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThird-party fulfillment note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Packaging and included components are controlled by the eBay seller. Review the current seller photos and listing details before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy PTO Direct USA Lists This OEM Clutch\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a genuine John Deere option for customers who prefer OEM parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear AUC20538, AUC18452, and Warner 5228-80 part-number routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment-first guidance for commercial ZTrak mower applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps customers locate parts that may not be stocked directly by PTO Direct USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnects OEM and Warner replacement paths without forcing buyers into a broad generic clutch search\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This clutch is sold and fulfilled by the third-party seller on eBay. PTO Direct USA does not control the seller's inventory, pricing, shipping, warranty, returns, or order fulfillment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNeed Help Confirming Fitment?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmail \u003cstrong\u003esupport@ptodirectusa.com\u003c\/strong\u003e with your \u003cstrong\u003eJohn Deere mower model, serial number, deck size, and original PTO clutch number\u003c\/strong\u003e. If the clutch number is unreadable, include clear photos of the old clutch, pulley, connector, anti-rotation setup, and crankshaft area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat PTO clutch replaces John Deere AUC20538?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAUC20538\u003c\/strong\u003e is the current genuine John Deere PTO clutch number for this replacement path. This listing is for the genuine OEM AUC20538 assembly rather than a generic aftermarket substitute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes AUC20538 replace John Deere AUC18452?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. John Deere lists \u003cstrong\u003eAUC20538\u003c\/strong\u003e as the substitute for the earlier \u003cstrong\u003eAUC18452\u003c\/strong\u003e PTO clutch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Warner clutch is associated with AUC20538?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe related commercial Warner replacement family is \u003cstrong\u003eWarner 5228-80\u003c\/strong\u003e. Warner associates 5228-80 with the earlier John Deere AUC18452 \/ AUC18216 path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes AUC20538 fit a John Deere Z970R?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this seller specifically lists \u003cstrong\u003eAUC20538\u003c\/strong\u003e for select \u003cstrong\u003eJohn Deere Z970R 72-inch Mid-Z deck\u003c\/strong\u003e applications. Verify the original clutch number and mower serial information before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes AUC20538 fit a John Deere Z960M?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the seller lists AUC20538 for select \u003cstrong\u003eJohn Deere Z960M\u003c\/strong\u003e applications, including 60-inch Mid-Z deck configurations. Confirm your mower's original clutch number before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes AUC20538 fit a John Deere Z950R?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the seller specifically lists this clutch for select \u003cstrong\u003eJohn Deere Z950R 60-inch Mid-Z deck\u003c\/strong\u003e applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes AUC20538 fit a John Deere Z950M?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this clutch is seller-listed for select \u003cstrong\u003eJohn Deere Z950M 60-inch Mid-Z deck\u003c\/strong\u003e applications. Other deck configurations can use different clutch paths, so verify the original part number and deck configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat bore size is associated with this clutch family?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe related Warner 5228-80 commercial clutch uses a \u003cstrong\u003e1-1\/8-inch \/ 1.125-inch crankshaft bore\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat pulley diameter is associated with Warner 5228-80?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarner publishes a \u003cstrong\u003e6.845-inch pulley \/ flange outside diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e for the 5228-80 commercial clutch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the Warner 5228-80 clutch torque rating?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarner rates the 5228-80 commercial clutch at \u003cstrong\u003e225 ft-lb\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is the clutch's torque capacity and is not the mounting-bolt tightening specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a genuine John Deere clutch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The linked eBay product is listed as a \u003cstrong\u003egenuine OEM John Deere AUC20538\u003c\/strong\u003e clutch by a factory-authorized dealer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I order this clutch based only on having a Z970R or Z950M?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Match the original clutch number and verify the mower serial number and deck configuration. John Deere used different clutch configurations across commercial ZTrak applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrefer the Warner manufacturer-number path?\u003c\/strong\u003e See the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pto-clutch-5228-80\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarner 5228-80 \/ AUC18452 PTO clutch listing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGetting ready to install your PTO clutch?\u003c\/strong\u003e Read the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/pto-clutch-guides\/pto-clutch-installation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePTO Clutch Installation Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for removal, crankshaft preparation, mounting-bolt torque guidance, wiring checks, burnishing, and final torque verification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed another John Deere clutch?\u003c\/strong\u003e Browse the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/john-deere-pto-clutches\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJohn Deere PTO clutch collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e or the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pto-clutches\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eelectric PTO clutch catalog\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PTO Direct USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53296725000559,"sku":"AFF-AUC20538-OEM","price":574.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/ptodirectusa.com\/products\/pto-clutch-auc20538-oem","provider":"PTO Direct USA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}