Cub Cadet SERIES 1000 manual Series 1000 and, Disconnect the headlight wires

Series 1000 and 1500

2.4.The 1000 Series hood can be easily removed: See Figure 2.4.

Figure 2.4

•Disconnect the headlight wires

•Release the retaining springs

•Align the bolts in the hood with the slots in the hinge.

•Lifting the hood off of the tractor.

2.5.The hood used on the 1500 Series tractors for 2005 and 2006 is more substantial than that used on the 1000 Series. It is a one-piece molded design very similar to the one used on the much larger 5000 and 6000 series tractors. See Figure 2.5.

•A pair of gas charged cylinders provide lift assist. See Figure 2.5.

Gas lift Cylinders

Pivot Rod

Figure 2.5

2.6.A new spring-loaded latch was added to hold the hood closed. See Figure 2.6.

Figure 2.6

Figure 2.5

•It opens from the front.

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