13.7.Slide the right axle to the right and remove the gear, shim washer and hex flange bearing from the axle as you remove it. See Figure 33.
Right Axle
Axle Support Tube
Figure 33
13.8.Slide the left axle to the left and remove the axle support tube, gear, shim washer and hex flange bearing as you remove it. See Figure 34.
Left Axle
Figure 34
NOTE: Assembly Tip. Independently assemble both the right and left side axle components through their respective frame sides, leaving the axles flush with each gear. Slide the axle support tube between the gears and slide the axles together. Line up the gears with the holes in the axle and replace the clevis pins and cotter pins. See Figure 35.
Axle Support Tube
Figure 35
14.SPLITTING THE UNIT
Splitting the unit in two allows easy access to the friction disk and auger pulley.This is the preferred method of servicing these parts.
14.1.Drain the gasoline from the snow thrower, or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap.
14.2.Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug.
14.3.Remove the belt cover.
14.4.Remove the auger belt from around the engine pulley.
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