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Section 6 — Maintenance & adjuStMentS
Remove the drain plug and allow the transmission oil to
drain into a clean container having a capacity of more than
Oil Drain Plug
Oil Filter
Figure 6-3
4. Clean around the base of the transmission oil filter and
remove the filter by turning it counterclockwise. Refer to
5. Apply a light coating of clean transmission oil to the gasket
of the new filter. Install the filter by turning it clockwise,
by hand. When the gasket contacts the filter base on the
transmission housing, tighten the filter an additional ⁄-turn.
6. Clean the area around the transmission oil fill plug/dipstick
to prevent debris from entering the transmission case.
7. Remove the oil fill plug/dipstick from the oil fill port and
dipstick Refer to Figure 6-2.
NOTE: The transmission has a capacity of approximately
5-⁄ quarts.
8. Reinstall the oil fill plug/dipstick securely into the oil fill
port.
9. Start the engine and allow it to run for a few minutes. Shut
the engine off, then check for leaks and re-check the oil
level in the transmission case.
CAUTION: The transmission oil fill plug/dipstick
must be installed securely into the fill port at all
times when the engine is operating.
Hydrostatic Neutral Adjustment
If the tractor creeps forward or rearward when neither the
forward nor reverse pedal is depressed, contact your local
Cub Cadet dealer to have the hydrostatic control rods properly
adjusted.
Cleaning the Tractor
Any fuel or oil spilled on the machine should be wiped off
part of the machine.
Cleaning the Engine Intake Screen
The engine intake screen area is located on the lower half of the
dash. It is important to keep this area free of debris. Clean this
area prior to each use. See Figure 6-4.
Engine Intake Screen
Figure 6-4
Lubrication
WARNING! Before lubricating, repairing, or
brake, stop engine and remove key to prevent
unintended starting.
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