Cub Cadet 6X4 User Manual

Professional
Shop Handbook
4x4 Utility Vehicle w/Kohler Engine
MTD Products Inc. - Product Training and Education Department
FORM NUMBER - 769-03026
12/2006
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

Cub Cadet 6X4 Specifications

General

Brand	Cub Cadet
Model	6X4
Category	Utility Vehicle
Language	English

Summary

Chapter 1: Introduction

4. LIFTING AND SUPPORTING

Provides safety guidelines and methods for lifting and supporting the vehicle.

5. DRIVE SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

Explains the components and function of the drive system including CVT and transfer case.

Chapter 2 - Drive System: CVT and Transfer Case

CVT AND TRANSFER CASE OPERATION

Explains the operational principles of the CVT and transfer case.

DRIVE SYSTEM SERVICE: TRANSFER CASE REMOVAL WITH KOHLER ENGINE

Step-by-step instructions for removing the transfer case on Kohler engine models.

DRIVE SYSTEM BENCH SERVICE: TRANSFER CASE INSPECTION

Details procedures for cleaning and inspecting transfer case components for wear and damage.

DRIVE SYSTEM BENCH SERVICE: TRANSFER CASE ASSEMBLY

KOHLER ENCLOSED CVT ADDENDUM

Specific instructions for converting to or servicing the Kohler enclosed CVT system.

CATERPILLAR ENCLOSED CVT ADDENDUM

Specific instructions for converting to or servicing the Caterpillar enclosed CVT system.

Chapter 3 - Drive System: Drive Shafts and Differentials

FRONT HALF SHAFT REMOVAL

REAR HALF SHAFT REMOVAL

FRONT DIFFERENTIAL REMOVAL

REAR DIFFERENTIAL REMOVAL

Chapter 4 - Front Suspension and Steering

FRONT SUSPENSION ALIGNMENT

Explains front suspension alignment procedures, adjustability, and specifications.

Upper Ball Joint

Lower Ball Joint

Steering Shaft

Chapter 5 - Rear Suspension

Spring and Damper Unit

Control Arms and Bushings

Chapter 6 - Hydraulic Brakes

BRAKE FLUID FLUSHING AND BLEEDING

Details the procedure for flushing and bleeding the hydraulic brake system.

BRAKE SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS

Explains common brake system problems and their diagnosis.

AT-WHEEL COMPONENTS

MASTER CYLINDER

Provides information on master cylinder diagnosis and replacement procedure.

Chapter 7 - Kohler Engine Service Access and Fuel System

ENGINE MAINTENANCE ACCESS

Chapter 8 - Caterpillar Engine and Related Systems

ENGINE MAINTENANCE OVER-VIEW

FILTERS: AIR, OIL, FUEL

Covers maintenance procedures for air, oil, and fuel filters on the Caterpillar engine.

Engine oil and oil filter

Instructions for changing the engine oil and oil filter.

ADJUSTMENTS: ENGINE SPEED AND THROTTLE LINKAGE

Details procedures for adjusting engine speed and throttle linkage on Caterpillar engines.

ENGINE REMOVAL

Step-by-step instructions for removing the Caterpillar engine from the vehicle.

Chapter 9 - Electrical

Precautions:

Safety Switches

ELECTRICAL DIAGNOSIS

Provides an overview of basic electrical diagnosis principles and common issues.

4.The Tools: Equipment needed to diagnosis an electrical system