Cub Cadet 5000 Series - Manual (Page 54)

Domestic Series 5000 MFD
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9.25. Drive the roll pin from the cross pin that the miter
gears ride on using a flat-nosed drift.
See Figure 9.25.
9.26. When the roll pin is out, the cross pin can be
withdrawn through the side of the differential
housing.
9.27. With the cross pin removed, the 10 tooth miter
gears, and the spherical thrust bearings that fit
behind them can be removed. See Figure 9.27.
9.28. The second 16 tooth miter gear can be removed,
along with the second differential bearing (right
side), after the 10 tooth miter gears are out.
See Figure 9.28.
9.29. The ring gear bolts can be removed using a 13
mm wrench.
9.30. Clean and inspect all components.
• Replace all of the seals and o-rings.
• Replace the stake nut that goes on the pinion
shaft.
• If the bearings show signs of damage, wear, or
roughness, replace them.
NOTE: Do not spin bearings with an air gun to
dry them.
• Replace any components that show wear or
damage.
• Replace the ring and pinion gears as a set if
either shows signs of wear or damage.
• Replace the miter gears as a complete set of
any show wear or damage.
Figure 9.25
Cross pin Roll pin
Miter gears
Figure 9.27
Cross pin
10 tooth miter gear
10 tooth
miter gear
Spherical
thrust
washer
16 tooth
miter gear
Figure 9.28
Right side
differential bearing
gear bolt
Ring
Hardened
washer