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Cub Cadet 1500 Series

Cub Cadet 1500 Series
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Service Manual
1000/1500 Series Riding Tractors
MTD Products Inc. - Product Training and Education Department
FORM NUMBER - 769-02100
1/2006
NOTE: These materials are for use by trained technicians who are experienced in the service and repair of outdoor power
equipment of the kind described in this publication, and are not intended for use by untrained or inexperienced individuals.
These materials are intended to provide supplemental information to assist the trained technician. Untrained or inexperi-
enced individuals should seek the assistance of an experienced and trained professional. Read, understand, and follow all
instructions and use common sense when working on power equipment. This includes the contents of the product’s Oper-
ators Manual, supplied with the equipment. No liability can be accepted for any inaccuracies or omission in this publication,
although care has been taken to make it as complete and accurate as possible at the time of publication. However, due to
the variety of outdoor power equipment and continuing product changes that occur over time, updates will be made to these
instructions from time to time. Therefore, it may be necessary to obtain the latest materials before servicing or repairing a
product. The company reserves the right to make changes at any time to this publication without prior notice and without
incurring an obligation to make such changes to previously published versions. Instructions, photographs and illustrations
used in this publication are for reference use only and may not depict actual model and component parts.
© Copyright 2006 MTD Products Inc. All Rights Reserved
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Cub Cadet 1500 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
TransmissionHydrostatic
Fuel TypeGasoline
Drive Type2WD
Seat TypeHigh-back
Turning Radius18 inches
Warranty3 years

Summary

INTRODUCTION

Drive Systems Overview

Overview of hydrostatic and CVT drive systems used in the 1000 Series tractors.

NEW HOOD DESIGN

1000 Series Hood Removal

Procedure for easily removing the hood from the 1000 Series tractor.

FUEL SYSTEM

Fuel Tank Removal

Procedure for removing the fuel tank from the tractor.

FUEL RELATED NO-START ISSUES

Stale or Outdated Fuel

Discusses stale fuel as a common cause of no-start and performance issues.

Alcohol Content in Fuel

Advises on fuel alcohol content limits and potential damage.

CUTTING DECK REMOVAL

PTO Belt Removal

Remove the PTO belt from the electric PTO clutch.

Deck Forward Movement

Slide deck forward and release front stabilizer rod.

Deck Removal from Tractor

Slide deck toward the right side and remove it from under the tractor.

DECK LIFT SHAFT ASSEMBLY

Lift Shaft Bushing Removal

Pry the bushings that support the lift shaft out of the frame.

LIFT SHAFT BUSHINGS

Bushing Replacement Procedure

Details removing the deck before attempting to replace bushings.

LEVELING THE CUTTING DECK

Side to Side Adjustment

Ensures the cutting deck is level from side to side.

Front to Rear Adjustment

Adjusts the deck to be 1/4" to 3/8" lower in the front than the rear.

DASH PANEL REMOVAL

Fuel Tank Removal (1000 Series)

Procedure for removing the fuel tank on 1000 Series tractors.

Disconnect Dash Electrical Devices

Unplug molded connectors for dash-mounted electrical devices.

Disconnect Park Brake and Cruise Control Linkages

Disconnect control rods connecting mechanisms to dash levers.

CRUISE CONTROL AND PARK BRAKE LINKAGES

Linkage Removal Procedure

Procedure for removing park brake and cruise control linkages.

TRACTION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT: CVT

Upper Drive Belt Removal

Slip the upper drive belt off the tensioner pulley and transaxle pulley.

Lower Drive Belt Removal

Slip the lower drive belt off the variable speed pulley.

DRIVE SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT: CVT

Operational Test

Perform an operational test to check for tractor creep or proper speed variation.

No Movement Diagnosis

Diagnoses issues when the tractor does not move at all.

Isolate CVT Belt System

Steps to isolate potential problems within the CVT belt system.

Visual Inspection of Drive System

Inspect the CVT belt drive system for proper belt position and condition.

BRAKE ADJUSTMENT: CVT

Checking Brake Hold

Procedure to check if the brakes stop and hold the tractor.

SERVICING THE BRAKE PEDAL SHAFT BUSHINGS

Bushing Replacement

Procedure for removing and replacing brake pedal shaft bushings.

TRANSAXLE REPLACEMENT: CVT

Pre-Replacement Checks

Check for brake lock-up, belt damage, or worn belts before condemning transaxle.

TRACTION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT: HYDROSTATIC LT

PTO Clutch Removal

Remove the electric PTO clutch from the engine crankshaft.

DRIVE SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT: HYDROSTATIC LT

Drive Pedal Removal

Set parking brake and remove the drive pedal using a T-40 driver.

HYDRO CONTROL ROD ADJUSTMENT

Neutral Position Setting

Set parking brake to lock pedal shaft pin in neutral.

Input Arm Adjustment

Adjust input arm on hydro by rotating eccentric to center roller.

Post-Adjustment Checks

Reconnect rod, reinstall wheel, test drive system.

BRAKES AND BRAKE ADJUSTMENT: HYDROSTATIC GT

Checking Brake Hold Function

Procedure to verify brakes stop and hold the tractor.

Checking for Brake Drag

Procedure to verify brakes do not drag when released.

Brake Caliper Adjustment

Adjust brake caliper using a castle nut and adjustment nut.

Brake Rotor and Pad Inspection

Inspect brake rotor for float and discoloration, check pad thickness.

Caliper Removal

Remove caliper bolts and unhook brake arm from spring.

PEDAL BUSHING REPLACEMENT

Bushings Play Check

Check for excessive play in bushings and replace if worn.

TRANSAXLE SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE: HYDROSTATIC LT

Pre-Repair External Issue Elimination

Eliminate dragging brakes, linkage issues, or belt slip before internal repairs.

Transaxle Air Purge Procedure

Procedure to purge air from hydraulic system after fluid change.

TRANSAXLE REPLACEMENT: HYDROSTATIC LT

Pre-Condemnation Checks

Eliminate external issues like dragging brakes or linkage problems.

DRIVE SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT: HYDROSTATIC GT

Linkage Travel Check

Check linkage travel if drive system loses power or ground speed.

Symptoms of Linkage Misadjustment

Lists symptoms like low ground speed, creeping, or whining.

Linkage Inspection and Adjustment

Inspect and adjust linkage for binding, wear, or damage.

STEERING GEAR AND STEERING PINION GEAR REPLACEMENT

STEERING ADJUSTMENT ALIGNMENT

Toe-In Adjustment

Adjust toe-in for rim assemblies to achieve proper tracking.

Ball Joint Adjustment

Adjust ball joints on drag links for proper toe-in.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

RMC Module Operation Modes

Explains RMC module operation when disarmed, armed, and turned on.

Fault Identification: RMC Module

Steps to identify a faulty RMC module via plug testing.

Seat Safety Switch Function

Explains the seat safety switch's role in engine shutdown.

Ground Issues Diagnosis

Highlights the importance of checking ground paths for electrical problems.

Voltage Drop Testing

Explains using voltage drop tests to identify circuit issues.

Starter Solenoid Voltage Drop Test

Example of checking voltage drop for starter solenoid engagement.

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