Models 600 & 800 Series Tractors Drag Link Installation - MTD Garden Tractors User Manual

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MODELS 600 & 800 SERIES TRACTORS
Subject: Service Kit drag link installation for model 600 & 800 series tractors 1996 production
Problem: The drag link (the rod between the steering segment and the steering arm on the right front wheel)
could be installed incorrectly. Note: The end of the drag link with the letter "A" stamped into it must be to the rear
800 series only.
Solution: Remove and reinstall the drag link correctly. Time allowance: 5 hour
Service Kit Drag Link 600 Series Rider 753-0654
Service Kit Drag Link 800 Series Tractor 753-0674
Tools Required: 1/2" and 9/16" open end wrenches.
1. Turn the steering wheel completely to the right until it bottoms out.
2. Loosen the jam nuts on both the front and rear ball joint.
3. Remove the front ball joint by removing the hex nut on the front ball joint.
4. Unscrew the drag link from the rear of the ball joint.
5. Unscrew the drag link from the front ball joint.
6. Verify the letter "A" is towards the rear of the tractor and thread into the rear ball joint approximately 1".
7. Screw in the front ball joint approximately 1/2".
8. With the steering wheel turned as far as it can turn to the right and with the front tractor wheels turned to
the right so they bottom out, adjust the front ball joint until it fits into the hole in the steering arm. Note:
The spring lock washer must fit on the front ball joint before it is installed into the steering arm.
9. Install and tighten the hex nut on the front ball joint.
10. Using the 1/2" and 9/16" open end wrenches, tighten the jam nuts on the ball joints. Note: The drag link
can swing in a short arc. When you tighten the jam nuts be sure that the drag link is near the center of
the arc so it does not bind when you turn the steering wheel.
DRAG LINK INSTALLATION
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