John Deere 318 - Manual (Page 70)

NOTE: Disconnect brakes on both sides of machine.
17. Disconnect spring (A).
18. Remove nut (B), plate or washer (D) and spring (C).
19. Bend tabs (F) flat. Remove two cap screws (E) from
each side of machine.
20. Lower differential and transmission assembly and roll
away from frame.
Early Models A—Return Spring
B—Nut
C—Spring
D—Plate (Early Models)
—Washer (Later Models)
E—Mounting Cap Screw (2 used)
F—Lock Plate Tab
Later Models
M77903
-UN
-19JAN95
M77332
-UN
-13FEB95
21. Thoroughly clean outside surface of differential
assembly with steam cleaner or cleaning solvent.
IMPORTANT: Mark spacers and cap screws before
disassembly. Each spacer must be
installed in its original location.
22. Remove four cap screws and spacers (A) to remove
transmission.
23. Make repairs as necessary. (See procedures in this
group.)
M36550
-UN
-25JAN90
MX,15905005,17 -19-23FEB95
MX,15905005,18 -19-23FEB95
Transmission/Remove Transmission
TM1590 (17MAY95)
50-05-10
316, 318 & 420 Lawn and Garden Tractors
020895
50
05
10