Husqvarna GTH2350 Transmission Removal/Replacement, To Adjust Steering Wheel Alignment

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

TRANSAXLE MOTION CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL ADJUSTMENT (See Fig. 25)

The motion control lever has been preset at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary.

•Park tractor on level surface. Stop tractor by turning ignition key to “OFF” position and engage parking brake.

•Loosen the adjustment bolt in front of the right rear wheel.

•Move motion control lever to the neutral position (N).

•Tighten the adjustment bolt.

ADJUSTMENT

BOLT

FIG. 25

TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT

Should your transmission require removal for service or replacement, it should be purged after reinstallation before operating the tractor. See “PURGE TRANSMISSION” in Operation section of this manual.

TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL ALIGNMENT

If steering wheel crossbars are not horizontal (left to right) when wheels are positioned straight forward, remove steer- ing wheel and reassemble with crossbars horizontal. Tighten securely.

FRONT WHEEL TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT

Front wheel toe-in is required for proper steering operation. Toe-in was set at the factory and adjustment should not be necessary. If parts in the front axle or steering mechanism have been replaced or damaged, check toe-in and adjust if necessary.

TO CHECK TOE-IN (See Fig. 26) -

•Position front wheels straight ahead.

•Measure distance between wheels at front and rear of tires (dimensions “A” and “B”).

•Front dimension “A” should be 1/8" to 1/4" less than rear dimension “B”.

TO ADJUST TOE-IN (See Figs. 26 and 27) -

•Loosen jam nuts at adjustment sleeves on tie rod.

•Adjust tie rod until dimension “A” is 1/8" to 1/4" less than dimension “B”.

•Tighten jam nuts securely.

FRONT WHEEL CAMBER

The front wheel camber is not adjustable on your tractor. If damage has occurred to affect the front wheel camber, contact your nearest authorized service center/department.

B

FRONT OF TRACTOR

A

FIG. 26

ADJUSTMENT SLEEVE

TIE ROD

JAM NUTS

ADJUSTMENT SLEEVE

FIG. 27

TO REMOVE WHEEL FOR REPAIRS

FRONT WHEEL (See Fig. 28)

•Block up axle securely.

•Remove axle cover, retaining ring and washers to allow wheel removal.

•Repair tire and reassemble.

•Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove.

•Replace axle cover.

REAR WHEEL -

•Block rear axle securely.

•Remove five (5) hub bolts to allow wheel removal.

•Repair tire and reassemble. Replace and tighten hub bolts securely.

NOTE: To seal tire punctures and prevent flat tires due to slow leaks, tire sealant may be purchased from your local parts dealer. Tire sealant also prevents tire dry rot and corrosion.

WASHERS

RETAINING

RING

AXLE COVER

FIG. 28

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