Lift linkage – John Deere stx38 User Manual

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MISCELLANEOUS

MOWER DECKS

LIFT LINKAGE REPAIR—
STX30 &
STX38 (SN —210000)

Adjustment

Left Bracket Half

Spacer

Ratchet

Lift Assist Spring

Cap

Cotter Pin

Lift Handle

Latch Handle

Latch

Latch Spring

Bolt

M52014

Screw

NOTE: The STX38 uses a heavier assist spring,

connected to a carriage bolt in a more
rearward position than on the STX30.

Disassemble

1. Remove battery and mower.
2. Remove cap screws. Remove handle.
3. Remove cotter pins, washers, and springs.
4. Remove handle from latch.
5. Remove cap screws.
6. Remove cap screws and spacers from bracket

halves.

7. Remove left and right bracket halves from tractor.
8. Remove latch and springs from bracket half.
9. Remove bolt, roller, and spacer.

10. Inspect and repair or replace parts.

Assemble

1. Install bolt, roller, and spacer.
2. Install latch and springs from bracket half.
3. Install left and right bracket halves from tractor.
4. Install cap screws and spacers from bracket halves.
5. Install cap screws.
6. Install handle in latch.
7. Install washers, springs, and cotter pins.
8. Install handle using cap screws.

NOTE: Adjust ratchet using slotted holes, for smooth

engagement with latch.

9. Install and adjust mower.

10. Install battery.

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