Cutting Decks And Lift Shaft
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Deck lift shaft assembly bushings
The deck lift shaft assembly bushings for the 900
series tractor can be replaced with out removing the
deck lift shaft assembly. To replace the bushings:
1. Remove the deck by following the steps
described at the beginning of this chapter.
2. Remove the E-ring that retains the lift shaft
bushing. See Figure 8.31.
NOTE: Rear wheel was removed for picture clar-
ity.
3. Slide the old bushing out.
4. Slide the new bushing in.
5. Install the E-ring that retains the bushing.
6. Repeat steps 2 - 6 on the opposite side.
7. Install the deck.
8. Test drive the tractor in a safe area before
returning to service.
Figure 8.31
Remove the
E-ring
Deck lift shaft assembly removal/replacement
1. Remove the deck by following the steps
described at the beginning of this chapter.
2. Remove the fender by following the steps
described in Chapter 4: Body/Chassis.
3. Remove the hairpin clips that hold the top of the
deck lift cables and slide the cables out of the
deck lift shaft assembly. See Figure 8.32.
4. Unhook the lift assist spring (if equipped).
See Figure 8.33.
Figure 8.32
Remove hair pin clip
Deck lift handle
Figure 8.33