Service - Cub Cadet RT-75 Operator's Manual

Service

Belt Replacement
If the drive belt need to be replaced, it is best to replace both
belts at the same time. Use only a factory-authorized belt as
an "over- the-counter" belt may not perform satisfactorily. The
procedure requires average mechanical ability and commonly
available tools.
To replace the Drive and Reverse belts, follow these steps:
1. Make sure the tiller is on a flat surface, with the engine
turned off and the spark plug wire unplugged and
grounded to prevent unintended firing of the engine.
2. Remove the belt cover as seen in Figure 7-1, by first
removing the two hex washer screws and one flat washer.
Lift the belt cover up and away from the tiller and set in a
safe location until reinstallation.
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Figure 7-1
3. Remove the four hex washer screws that secure the pulley
shield to the frame as seen in Figure 7-2, and remove
the pulley shield and set aside in a safe location until
reinstallation.
Figure 7-2
4. Remove the idler bracket extension spring from the idler
bracket using a pair of needle-nosed pliers. Grab the spring
by the end that hooks over the frame, pull it away from the
frame, then up and carefully relieve the tension of the spring.
See Figure 7-3.
Drive Cable
Remove the
idler bracket
extension
spring
Figure 7-3
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Hex Washer
Screws