Idler pulleysIdler pulley nuts

Figure 7-6

6.Route the new belt as shown in and Fig. 7-7, 7-8 or 7-9, depending on your specific sized deck.

7.Remount the belt guards removed earlier.

Changing the Lower Deck Belt (46” Decks)

NOTE: Several components must be removed in order to change the tractor’s lower deck belt. See an authorized MTD Service Dealer to have your lower drive belt replaced or phone Customer Support as instructed on page 2 for information on ordering a Service Manual.

Changing the Transmission Drive Belt

NOTE: Several components must be removed and special tools (i.e. air/impact wrench) in order to change the tractor’s drive belt. See an authorized MTD Service Dealer to have your drive belt replaced or phone Customer Support as instructed on page 2 for information on ordering a Service Manual.

38-Inch Deck

Engine PulleyIdler BracketDeck Idler Pulley

Figure 7-7

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