Simplicity LTH series Service Manual page 92

6 General Repair
6B Hand Controls Repair
Shift Lever Rod Service
BROADMOOR LATE MODEL HYDROS
1. Remove battery from unit to provide access to front
shift lever rod assembly at base of shift lever assem-
bly (Figure B–16)
2. Remove cotter pin that secures front shift lever rod to
shift lever arm, and set spacer aside for reuse when
reassembling rod.
3. Safely elevate and support unit (mower deck re-
moved) for working access to idler arm assembly
area and related shift linkage parts (Figure B–17)
4. After noting assembly position of front and rear clutch
rods (to ensure proper assembly when reassembling
parts), remove cotter pin and washer from clutch rod.
5. Disengage the drive spring from the underside of the
frame to release tension on the idler arm assembly,
and remove.
Shift Lever
Assembly Arm
Figure B–16. Front Shift Lever Rod/Shift Lever
Assembly Attachment (Broadmoor
Model Shown)
Idler Arm
Assembly
Figure B–17. Idler Arm Assembly Area - Underside
Of Unit
Clutch Rod
Washer
Cotter Pin
Figure B–18. Remove Cotter Pin
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Cotter Pin
Front Shift
Lever Rod
Rear Shift
Lever Rod