Transaxle Replacement: Cvt - Cub Cadet 1000 SERIES Service Manual

Series 1000 and 1500
NOTE: Lubrication with grease may accelerate
bushing wear. If lubrication is applied it should
be in dry form such as graphite or PTFE (Teflon).
20.8. Secure the inner bushing with a new cotter pin
and the flat washer that was previously
removed.
20.9. Move the pedal through it's range of travel to
check for binding. If binding is encountered:
• Bind in just a portion of the travel may be caused
by a bent pedal shaft.
• Constant bind is likely to be caused by a bent
bracket.
• Also check for interference between the parking
brake and cruise control interlocks.
20.10. Correct any binding condition.
20.11. Connect the brake rod to the brake pedal shaft,
and secure it with a new cotter pin.
20.12. After any brake service is performed, test the
brakes as described in steps 14.2 through 14.4,
then test-drive the tractor in a safe area that is
free of hazards, obstacles, and by-standers
before returning the tractor to service.
21.

TRANSAXLE REPLACEMENT: CVT

• The single speed transaxles used in our CVT
riders has evolved over the years. Internals have
changed. Some have had the Variable Speed
Pulley integrated into the transaxle. If you are
replacing a transaxle it is very important to care-
fully match the transmission part numbers
between the old and new. A part number on the
transmission case might be the number of the
case half. Visually compare the IPL drawing with
the actual transaxle to assure a match.
• Before condemning a transaxle, check to make
sure the brake is not locking up the transaxle.
• Check the drive belts for damage or wear and
make sure they are the correct belts and are not
the cause of drive problems.
• When replacing a transaxle within the warranty
period, we have a like-kind exchange program.
• Out of warranty transaxles can be serviced.
21.1. Disconnect the battery cables (negative first and
then positive).
21.2. Remove the battery hold down, battery and bat-
tery tray from the unit. See Figure 21.2.
Battery hold down
21.3. Take tension off of the transmission belt idler
and remove the belt from around the idler pulley.
See Figure 21.3.
Idler pulley
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Figure 21.2
Figure 21.3