Cub Cadet 6 x 4 Big Country User Manual
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Section 2: Clutch, Transmission, Brakes, Linkages
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18.32.Check the pins on the differential lock slider.
NOTE: Bent or damaged pins on the differential
lock slider indicate that the differential lock is
likely to have been engaged at speed. The
Operator’s Manual specifies that the Big Country
be stopped when the differential lock engage-
ment lever is pulled-up by the operator. Damage
to the differential lock slider pins generally con-
stitutes abuse.
18.33.Lubricate all contact points with assembly lube
or universal (hydraulic) tractor transmission fluid
and put the differential together.
See Figure 18.33.
Figure 18.32
Differential Housing
Differential Lock Slider
Differential
Bearing
Figure 18.33
Side Gear
Thrust
Washer
Side Gear
Final
Gear
Flat Indexes
To Final
Gear
NOTE: Make certain side gear thrust washer is
centered before tightening the fasteners that
hold the differential housings and final gear
together.
18.34.Apply thread locking compound such as Loctite
242 to the bolts that hold the differential hous-
ings and final gear together.
18.35.Tighten the nuts on the bolts, and torque the
nuts to 225 to 260 in-lbs. in two steps using two
12mm wrenches.
18.36.Clean and inspect the reduction shaft assembly.
NOTE: Check the profile of the teeth on the
sprocket, particularly if the chain is to be
replaced. If worn, the sprocket and shaft must be
replaced.
NOTE: Check the bearings for tightness and
smoothness of rotation. Use an appropriate
puller to remove the bearings if necessary. The
bearing nearest the gear is held on by a snap
ring.
NOTE: check the gear teeth and splines for
abnormal wear.
Figure 18.36
Bearings
Sprocket
Splines
Snap Ring