SERVICE
J 
M96827
8.To adjust spring extension, use an 8 mm wrench, loosen (do not remove) the cable mount bracket capscrews (J).
NOTE: For transmission clutch to operate properly, there must be a certain amount of spring pressure engaging the cones or the transmission will slip and NOT drive the wheels.
K
M96827
9.Slide bracket (K) the required distance to obtain the 10 mm (0.390 in.) spring extension length (difference between the length of the relaxed spring and the length of the extended spring). Tighten capscrews.
10.Repeat steps 6 and 7 to verify the 10 mm (0.390 in.) spring extension length.
11.Install drive sheave and
12.Check that drive belt is installed on engine sheave.
13.Install transmission drive belt.
14.Install cables through notch in cover.
15.Install cover and secure with two bolts and two bolts and nuts. Make sure shield is installed with cover.
16.Start engine and verify the transmission is operating properly.
NOTE: Make sure the transmission immediately disengages when the bail is released.
17.If transmission does not disengage when bail is released, reduce spring extension length, and verify transmission is operating properly.
Lubricate Drive Shaft Hub Bushings
B
C
A
M96556
1. Remove hardware (A) and belt shield (B).
C
D
M93055
2. Remove control cable (C) from belt shield notch (D).
E
M93048
3.Tilt mower slightly to one side. Lubricate driveshaft hub bushing (E) with a few drops of light weight motor oil. Repeat procedure for other side.
4.Slide control cables (C) into belt shield notch (D).
5.Install belt shield.
Lubricate Mower Axles
1.Tip mower to one side to elevate mower wheels slightly off the ground. Use a wood block to keep side of mower in a
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