John Deere stx38 User Manual

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3/21/97

REPAIR

POWER TRAIN

TRANSAXLE—REMOVAL/
INSTALLATION
STX30 (SN 135159—160758) &
STX38 (SN 139615—185586)

(PEERLESS MODELS 915-012A &
915-012B)

IMPORTANT: Early models used several versions

of transaxle. The 915 model is used in the 1992
production models and has a completely
different shape then the older models.

Removal

1. Remove ignition key and disconnect spark plug

wire.

2. Raise rear of tractor and support safely.
3. Remove rear wheels.

4. Loosen transaxle mounting cap screws (A) and

frame-to-bracket nuts (B) (Right-hand shown).

5. Disconnect brake linkage (C).

6. Disconnect shift linkage (D), and neutral switch (E).
7. Depress clutch pedal and remove drive belt from

transaxle drive sheave.

8. Remove mounting cap screws and remove

transaxle.

Installation

1. Install transaxle leaving hardware loose.
2. Install drive belt.

3. Connect brake linkage (C)—see depiction step 4,

shift linkage (D) and neutral switch (E).

4. Tighten mounting cap screws and install rear

wheels.

Specifications:

Transaxle Mounting Cap Screws to Hanger

Bracket (Front) . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 N•m (132 lb-in.)

Transaxle Mounting Cap Screws to

Frame (Rear) . . . 20.3—47.4 N•m (180—420 lb-in.)

M42175

M85844