John Deere 318 - Manual (Page 179)

14. Apply MPG-2
®
Multi-Purpose Polymer Grease to axle
shaft.
15. Install key and brake drum.
16. Install washer and nut. Tighten nut to specifications.
17. Bend one side of washer over nut to lock nut in
place.
18. Install wheel. Tighten cap screws to specifications.
19. Remove support stands.
20. Connect battery negative (—) cable.
21. Adjust brakes. (See procedure in this group.)
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
Brake Drum-to-Axle Nut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 N·m (65 lb-ft)
Rear Wheel Cap Screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 N·m (52 lb-ft)
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ADJUST BRAKES
1. Disconnect battery negative (—) cable.
2. Raise rear of machine and install support stands
under frame.
NOTE: Wheel and brake drum are removed for
photographic purpose only.
3. Reach through slot in back plate (A) with screwdriver
for access to star adjuster (B).
4. Turn wheel by hand. Turn adjusting star until brake
shoes begin to drag on drum.
5. Push brake pedal(s) down firmly to seat brake shoes
and check adjustment. Adjust brakes so brake shoes just
clear drums and do not drag when pedal(s) are released.
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Brakes/Brakes
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316, 318 & 420 Lawn and Garden Tractors
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