ACCESSORIES AND MISCELLANEOUS REPAIR
4252490-Rev A 9-25
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Steering Axle—2WD Units (Gasoline)
Disassembly and Assembly
See Figure 9-55.
1. Park the mower safely. (See “Park Mower Safely” on
page 1-6.)
2. Remove rear wheel and steering axle. (See “Rear
Wheel and Steering Axle—2WD Units (Gasoline)” on
page 9-24.)
Figure 9-55
Assembly Notes
• Assemble steering axle in reverse order of removal.
• Clean and inspect hub assembly, bearings, and
seals for wear or damage. Replace as needed.
• Pack bearings with grease that meets or exceeds
NLGI Grade 2 LB specifications prior to installation.
Rear Wheel—3WD Units
Removal and Installation
See Figure 9-56.
1. Park the mower safely. (See “Park Mower Safely” on
page 1-6.)
Figure 9-56
2. Loosen, but do not remove, four lug nuts (2).
!
WARNING
IMPORTANT
It is important to lift and support the machine, or the
machine will move.
3. Raise and support rear of machine with jackstands.
4. Remove four lug nuts (2).
5. Remove rear wheel (1) and inspect tread area for
tears or other damage.
6. Replace tire if damage is excessive.
1 Nut (2) 7 Lock Washer (2)
2 Flat Washer (4) 8 Hub Assembly
3 Axle Shaft 9 Rear Wheel Weight
4 Nut 10 Bearing (2)
5 Nut 11 Flat Washer (2)
6 Flat Washer 12 Seal (2)
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• Support the machine using properly rated
jackstands. Never work under a machine
supported only by a jack.
• Do not use wood or concrete blocks to
support the machine. Failure to properly
support the machine may result in death or
serious injury.
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