Cub Cadet Z-Force S Series - Manual (Page 87)

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14. Remove the pivot bracket from the dampener using
a pair of 17 mm wrenches. See Figure 6.102.
NOTE: This dampener has a locking feature. The pin
extending from the threaded end of the dampener
releases the dampener so that it can extend or
retract. See Figure 6.102.
Figure 6.102
Pivot bracket
Pin