Cub Cadet MTD 70 Series - Manual (Page 106)

61, 65 and 70 Series Vertical Shaft Engines
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2. Slide the muffler off of the studs. See Figure 8.3.
NOTE: The muffler gasket extends well beyond the
port, to act as a heat shield and guides cool-
ing air between the muffler and the cylinder.
See Figure 8.4.
NOTE: The exhaust gasket is made of a graphite
material. It will stick to the sealing surfaces
when pressure is applied, tearing when
pressure is relieved. The gasket can only be
used one time.
3. Clean the cylinder head and muffler of any residual
gasket material.
4. Using a new gasket, install the muffler by following
the above steps in reverse order.
NOTE: Tighten the muffler nuts to a torque of 84 in
lbs (10 Nm).
5. Test run the engine before returning to service.
Figure 8.3
Figure 8.4