MISCELLANEOUS
4262930-Rev A 9-3
9
Wheel Hubs and Bearings
Removal
See Figures 9-4 and 9-5.
NOTE
The hub assemblies are unique to each side and are
marked “L” and “R.” Do not interchange them
side-for-side.
1. Park the mower safely. (See “Park Mower Safely” on
page 1-5.)
2. Remove the transport wheels (if equipped). (See
“Transport Wheels (Optional)” on page 9-2.)
Figure 9-4
3. Remove lock nut (1) from the transport roller shaft.
Figure 9-5
4. Remove latching collar (3), bushing (4), and hub
assembly (2).
Disassembly
See Figure 9-6.
Figure 9-6
1. Remove washer (1), bushing (2), and clutch sleeve
(3) from hub (5).
2. Remove seals (4) and bearing (6).
Assembly
See Figures 9-7 and 9-8.
Figure 9-7
1. Apply grease that meets or exceeds NLGI Grade 2
LB specifications to the wheel bearing rollers (3).
NOTE
The bearing used in the wheel hub is directional and
must be installed in the correct direction of rotation.
2. Install bearing (2) in the hub (1):
Right Wheel Hub: Install the bearing with the word
“LOCK” and arrow (4) stamped on it facing the
OUTSIDE of the hub housing.
Left Wheel Hub: Install the bearing with the word
“LOCK” and arrow (4) stamped on it facing the
INSIDE of the hub housing.
1
TN4409
4
TN4410
2
3
1*
TN0053
2
3
4
5
6
4
* Item 1, left-side only, as needed.
3
TN0054
1
2
4