Lower Drive Belt Removal - MTD LT-5 Service Manual

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LOWER DRIVE BELT REMOVAL.

NOTE: It is recommmended that both the upper
and lower drive belts be replaced as a set. The
following directions cover replacement of the
lower belt only. If both belts are being replaced,
refer to the upper drive belt removal section first
and then continue with the lower drive belt
removal instructions.
8.1. Remove the cutting deck. Refer to the section on
removing the cutting deck.
8.2. Using a spring puller or length of starter cord,
remove the large spring attached between the
variable speed idler arm and the rear of the trac-
tor frame. See Figure 30.
Spring Puller
Figure 30
CAUTION: This is a very strong spring. Be care-
ful when removing and installing it.
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8.3. Remove the small tension spring attached
between the long bolt extending up from the
frame and the transmission idler pulley. See Fig-
ure 31.
Starter Cord Spring Puller
Transmission Idler Tension Spring
Figure 31
8.4. Remove the upper drive belt from around the
idler pulley. See Figure 32.
Upper Belt
Idler Pulley
Figure 32
8.5. Remove the upper drive belt from around the
upper sheeve of the Variable Speed Pulley.