Cub Cadet 6 x 4 Big Country - Manual (Page 55)

Section 3: Drive Axle Service
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8.5. Lift the prop rod to allow the “T” slot in the prop
rod to clear the pin on the bracket.
See Figure 8.5.
8.6. Angle the bracket up at the back to allow the
stop tab on the prop rod to clear the bracket as
the bed is lifted. See Figure 8.6.
8.7. Tilt the bed as near to vertical as possible, and
secure it there in a safe fashion.
8.8. If so equipped, disconnect the lift motor from
the bed using the following steps:
8.9. Raise the bed fully using the electric bed lift.
8.10. Position an auxiliary prop rod (a length of 2 X 4
lumber will do), or a safety strap to prevent the
bed from lowering unexpectedly.
8.11. Remove the hairpin clip that secures the clevis
pin connecting the lift motor to the bed.
See Figure 8.11.
8.12. Remove the pin, tilt the bed as near to vertical as
possible, and secure it there in a safe fashion.
NOTE: The shock and spring assemblies used
on all four of the drive axles are mounted in com-
pression. Improper removal can cause injuries.
8.13. Remove the nut from the top shock mounting
bolt using a pair of 17 mm wrenches, but do not
attempt to remove the bolt at this time.
8.14. Position the spring compressor tool (Part Num-
ber: 703-05103) on the upper mount. Keep a 1
3/8” length of 3/8” steel round stock within reach.
See Figure 8.14.
Figure 8.5
Rear Screw Removed
Figure 8.6
Bracket Pivots on Front Screw
Figure 8.11
Hairpin Clip Clevis Pin
Figure 8.14
Spring Compressor
Square Hole in
Upper Mount for
Shock and Spring Unit