Cub Cadet 5000 Series - Manual (Page 61)

Domestic Series 5000 MFD
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NOTE: Confirm that the axle shaft is fully seated
in the differential assembly, with the roll pin in
the bore in the end of the axle.
9.74. Apply small bead of sealant such as Loctite
5900 to the mating surfaces where the left and
right axle housings join.
9.75. Place the axle housing over the axle shaft and
bearing. The stop bolts on the top of each hous-
ing can be used to confirm correct orientation.
9.76. Install the bearing that supports the outboard
end of the axle shaft. See Figure 9.76.
9.77. Apply a small amount of threadlocking com-
pound such as Loctite 242 (blue) to the threads
of the 8 bolts used to fasten the left and right
axle housings together.
9.78. Install the bolts, and tighten them to a torque of
160-220 in-lbs. (18-25 Nm) using a 13 mm
wrench.
Figure 9.76
Left axle
housing
Right axle
housing
Outer axle
bearing
9.79. Install the washer and 14 tooth bevel gear on the
end of the axle shaft. See Figure 9.79.
9.80. Apply a thin bead of sealant to the mating sur-
face where the drop axle assembly meets the
left axle housing.
9.81. Apply a small amount of threadlocking com-
pound such as Loctite 242 (blue) to the threads
of the 4 bolts used to fasten the drop axle hous-
ing to the left axle housing.
9.82. Install the left side drop axle and secure it with
the four bolts. Tighten the bolts to a torque of
220-280 in-lbs. (25-34 Nm) using a 16 mm
wrench. See Figure 9.82.
Figure 9.79
Washer
14 Tooth
bevel gear
Figure 9.82
Install drop
axle bolts (4)