6 General Repair
6F Rear Wheel Repair
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ELEVATING REAR END FOR SAFE
SERVICE
1. Remove ignition key, and disconnect spark plug wire
to prevent accidental starting while working on the
unit.
2. Engage the parking brake, block the front wheels,
and using a hydraulic or scissors jack positioned at
the center of rear frame assembly, carefully jack the
unit up until the rear tires are approximately 1" - 2" off
the ground.
NOTE: For overall unit stability during service, do not
jack rear end higher than required for tire removal.
3. Support the rear of the unit on jackstands positioned
under each footrest as shown in Figure F–2.
Figure F–2. Jacking and Supporting Tractor
DANGER
PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY OR
DEATH FROM FALLING UNIT
Always use a properly working lifting device with
a capacity suitable for the weight of the unit
being serviced.
Always use a jack stand to support the unit while
performing service, and chock remaining wheels
to prevent the unit from rolling off the supports.
Never work under or around an elevated unit that
is not properly supported and secured in posi-
tion with wheel chocks.
Figure F–3. Rear Wheel Removal
REAR WHEEL REMOVAL
1. Elevate the rear end. (See previous section)
2. Remove the plastic dust cover.
5. Remove the retaining ring, washer, and hub cap
retainer (See Figure F–3).
6. Remove the wheel, key, spacer, and washer.
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