Cub Cadet 4 x 2 Big Country - Poly Bed & Steel Bed - Manual (Page 24)

Poly Bed 4 X 2 Drive System
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5.57. Beyond the warranty period, if a dealer chooses
to service a driven clutch, service information
and specialized tools are available from:
Hoffco/Comet Industries
358 NW F Street
Richmond, IN 47374
5.58. The CVT housing connects the engine to the
transaxle. It can be removed using a 12 mm
wrench. See Figure 5.58.
5.59. If the engine or transmission has been removed,
the CVT housing can be used as a guide to align
them. An assembly jig (P/N: 57001-1341) is
available from Kawasaki.
5.60. Apply a small amount of thread locking com-
pound such as Loctite 242 (blue) to the 7 bolts
that hold the CVT housing in place prior to instal-
lation. Tighten the bolts to a torque of 160 in-lb
(18 N-m).
5.61. Complete assembly, connect spark plug H.T.
lead, and thoroughly test operation in an area
that is clear of obstacles and hazards before
returning the vehicle to service.
6. TRANSAXLE REMOVAL AND REPLACE-
MENT
The transaxle is carried on the engine/transaxle cradle,
and the entire cradle moves up and down with the
travel of the suspension. It pivots on a dog-bone joint to
allow for some degree of axial twist in relation to the
rest of the chassis, as well as up and down travel. The
engine and transaxle cradle maintains correct align-
ment and spacing between the engine and the tran-
saxle. The transaxle also mounts directly to the leaf
springs.
6.1. Park the utility vehicle on firm level ground
where there is sufficient room to work around the
sides and rear of the vehicle. Set the parking
brake.
6.2. Unlatch the hood and tilt it forward. It may be
removed completely at the technician’s discre-
tion.
6.3. Disconnect the negative battery cable using a
7/16” wrench.
6.4. Place a drain pan beneath the transaxle, and
remove the drain plug using a 17 mm wrench.
See Figure 6.4.
NOTE: Removing the fill plug/dipstick will speed
the draining process.
6.5. If working without an impact wrench: loosen the
lug nuts on the rear wheels 1/2 turn each using a
19 mm wrench.
Figure 5.58
Spacers
Keys
Figure 6.4
Drain plug