Cub Cadet 1212 User Manual
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SECTION 11: LUBRICATION
WARNING:
Always stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) and ground against the
engine before performing any adjustments, repairs or maintenance.
ENGINE
Lubricate the engine with motor oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit.
PIVOT POINTS
Lubricate all pivot points (drive pedal, brake pedal, etc.) at least once a season with light oil.
STEERING SHAFT
Lubricate the steering shaft at least once a season with light oil.
STEERING GEAR
Lubricate the teeth of the steering gear with an all-purpose automotive grease every 25 hours of operation or
once a season. Refer to Figure 12.
LINKAGE
Lubricate all the pivot points on the drive, brake and lift linkage at least once a season with SAE 30 engine oil.
WHEELS
Both the front wheels and the rear wheels should be removed from the axles once a season. Lubricate the
axles and the rims well with an all-purpose automotive grease before re-installing them.
FRONT AXLES
Your tractor is equipped with grease fittings on both ends of the front pivot bar, in front of the both the left and
the right axles. Refer to Figure 11. Lubricate at least once a season with a grease gun.