SECTION 4 – SXM54, SXM60 MOWER DECK
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BELT REPLACEMENT
Removal
1. Remove the mower deck from the tractor.
(See "Dismounting The Mower Deck")
2. Remove the left and right belt cover shields
① from the deck.
3. Clean the area around the gearbox and
pulleys.
IMPORTANT: Use a helper to remove belt. Idler
pulley is under tension and may cause a pinch
point if attempting to release tension and remove
belt at the same time.
4. Use a large, slip joint pliers ① to rotate the
idler pulley arm, releasing tension on the
belt.
5. Roll the belt off the end pulley ②. Release
the idler pulley arm.
6. Remove the four bolts ① from the gearbox
bracket ②. Remove the bracket.
7. Remove the belt from the deck.