From just above the right axle carrier, inside the right frame rail, slowly turn the hex nylon lock nut at the end of the brake rod as follows to adjust the brake (Refer to Figure 23):
•Turn the nylon lock nut clockwise to increase the braking force.
•Turn the nylon lock nut counter- clockwise to decrease the braking force.
Brake Link
Brake Assembly
(On Transmission)
Brake Rod | Brake Shaft |
| Assembly |
Hex Shaped
Flange
Hex Nylon
Lock Nut
VIEWED FROM ABOVE - FENDER AND RUNNING BOARD REMOVED
Figure 23
Recheck the brake adjustment to ensure proper operation, and readjust as necessary. If brake adjustment does not correct the problem, see your authorized Cub Cadet dealer.
While guiding the transmission release rod through keyhole and the oil fill tube/dipstick into the transmission, reinstall the rear drawbar on the frame. Secure with the four hex tapp screws.
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
Warning! If the engine has been recently run, the en- gine, muffler and surround- ing metal surfaces will be hot and can cause burns to the skin. Exercise caution to avoid burns.
The oil filter should be changed at every oil change interval. The filters can be obtained through your Cub Cadet dealer. Refer the engine opera- tor’s manual, or the condensed engine information in the next section of this manual, for information regarding the frequency of required oil changes and the quantity of oil needed. To drain the engine oil, proceed as follows:
•Run the engine for a short time to warm the engine oil. The oil will flow more freely and carry away more impurities Use care to avoid burns from hot oil.
•Locate the oil drain port and filter on the left side of the engine.
•Pop open the protective cap on the end of the oil drain valve to expose the drain port. See Figure 24. Remove the dipstick from its tube.
Oil Filter
Oil Drain
Valve
Figure 24
•Push the oil drain hose (packed with this manual) onto the oil drain port. Route the opposite end of the hose into an appropriate oil collection container with at least a 2.5 quart capacity, to collect the used oil.
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