A.Mower Side Suspension Arms Q. Deflector Shield

5, INSTALL ANTI-SWAY BAR (S)

(IF EQUIPPED)

ANTI-SWAY BAR (S)

Towards

Towards

Transaxle

Mower Deck

90° End

Integrated Washer End

From right side of mower, first insert 90 ° end of anti-sway bar (S) into hole in

transaxle bracket (T), located near left rear tire in front of transaxle.

NOTE: Flashlight may be helpful.

Anti-Sway

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Bar (S)

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Transaxle Bracket (T)

Located Between Rear Tires

NOTE: Depending on model, bracket (T) may be different than shown but hole for anti-sway bar will be in same position!location,

. Pivot the integrated washer end of anti- sway bar (S) towards mower deck bracket

on right side of mower. Insert integrated washer end of bar into hole in rear mower

bracket (D). Move mower as needed to insert integrated washer end of bar into rear mower bracket (D).

. Secure with small washer and small retainer spring as shown.

6.ATTACH MOWER SIDE SUSPENSION ARMS (A) TO CHASSIS

°Position front hole in side suspension arm

(A)over pin on outside of tractor chassis and secure with large washer and large retainer spring (B).

°Repeat on opposite side of tractor,

A.Mower Side Suspension Arms Bo Retainer Spring

D.Right Side Rear Mower Bracket

7.ATTACH REAR LIFT LINKS (C)

Insert rod end of rear lift link (C) into hole

(U)in tractor lift shaft suspension arm and pivot link down to mower.

Lift rear corner of mower and position slot in link assembly over pin on rear mower bracket (D) and secure with large washer and large retainer spring.

°Repeat on opposite side of tractor.

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Craftsman 917.289470 Install ANTI-SWAY BAR S If Equipped, Anti-Sway Bar S, Attach Mower Side Suspension Arms a to Chassis

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