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FINAL DRIVE
7. Install wheel and (4) wheel nuts. Torque wheel nuts to
specification.
8. Rotate wheel and check for smooth operation. Bend both
ends of cotter pin around end of spindle in different
directions.
REAR DRIVE SHAFT
Removal
1. Elevate rear of vehicle and safely support machine under
the frame area.
2. Remove the (4) wheel nuts and remove the rear wheel.
3. Remove the cotter pin and loosen the rear wheel hub castle
nut. Remove the nut, and (2) cone washers from the rear
wheel hub assembly.
4. Remove the two brake caliper attaching bolts.
CAUTION: Do not hang the caliper by the brake line. Use
wire to hang caliper to prevent damage to the brake line.
5. Remove the rear wheel hub assembly.
6. Remove the bolt that attaches the rear bearing carrier to the
upper A-arm.
= T
Wheel Nut Torque:
Steel Wheels: 27 ft. lbs. (37 Nm)
Aluminum Wheels: 90 ft. lbs. (122 Nm)
CAUTION
Serious injury may result if machine tips or falls.
Be sure machine is secure before beginning this
service procedure. Wear eye protection when
removing bearings and seals.
Castle Nut
Cotter Pin
Cone
Washers
Remove