Cub Cadet Domestic Series 5000 User Manual

Service Manual
Domestic Series 5000 Compact Tractor
MTD Products Inc. - Product Training and Education Department
FORM NUMBER - 769-01633
12/2004
NOTE: These materials are prepared for use by trained technicians who are experienced in the service and repair of equipment of the
kind described in this publication, and are not intended for use by untrained or inexperienced individuals. Such individuals should seek
the assistance of an authorized service technician or dealer. Read, understand, and follow all directions when working on this equip-
ment. This includes the contents of the Operators Manual, which came with your equipment. No liability can be accepted for any inac-
curacies or omission in this publication, although every care has been take to make it as complete and accurate as possible. The right
is reserved to make changes at any time to this document without prior notice and without incurring an obligation to make such
changes to previously published documents. All information contained in this publication is based on product information available at
the time of publication. Photographs and illustrations used in this publication are for reference use only and may not depict actual
model and component parts.
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Cub Cadet Domestic Series 5000 Specifications

General

Engine Cylinders	2
Transmission Type	Hydrostatic
Drive	2WD
Cutting Width	54 inches
Turning Radius	18 inches
Seat Type	High-back
Warranty	3 years limited

Summary

Domestic Series 5000 Hydraulics

STANDARD HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS ON THE DOMESTIC SERIES 5000: ORIENTATION

Overview of basic hydraulic system setup, reservoir, and fluid.

Hydrostatic Drive: Basic Operation

Explains the fundamental working principles of the hydrostatic drive system.

External Checks

Flow and Pressure Tests: Hydrostatic Drive

Detailed steps for testing hydrostatic drive performance using gauges.

Auxiliary Pump

Information on the auxiliary pump, its function, and testing.

Steering Pump and Cylinder

Details on the steering pump and cylinder, including identification and troubleshooting.

Hydraulic Lift Cylinder and Control Valve

Information on the lift cylinder, control valve, and their operation.

Domestic Series 5000 MFD

MFD REMOVAL: PREPARATION

REMOVAL

Step-by-step instructions for removing the MFD assembly from the tractor.

MFD INSTALLATION

Procedures for installing the MFD assembly onto the tractor, including lubrication.

IN-FRAME REPAIRS: DROP AXLE SERVICE

IN-FRAME REPAIRS: DROP-AXLE REMOVAL

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

A list of torque values for various MFD components and fasteners.

Cub Series 5000 Rear Axle

INSTALL THE NEW AXLE.

Steps for installing the new rear axle into the tractor's transmission housing.

Domestic Compact Dash and Steering Pump

DASH PANEL REMOVAL

STEERING SHAFT AND PUMP: SAUER

STEERING SHAFT AND PUMP: ROSS