Brake Adjustment; Front Wheel Alignment - Cub Cadet 3185 Operator's Manual

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Steering Wheel Tilt
Adjustment
WARNING:
steering wheel when the
tractor is moving. Adjusting
the steering wheel while the
tractor is moving could cause
the operator to lose control of
the tractor.
To allow for the
operator, an easy to operate adjustable
steering wheel is a feature of this
tractor. To adjust the steering wheel
forward or back, push down on the
steering wheel tilt lock lever and either
push or pull the steering wheel to the
desired position. Once you have found
a comfortable position, release the
steering wheel tilt lock lever.

Front Wheel Alignment

Note:
The left-hand ball joint is left-
hand threaded. The right-hand ball
joint is right-hand threaded.
The
front
wheels
approximately 1/8 inch.
Measure distances A and B. A should
be approximately 1/8 inch less than B.
See Figure 13.
Figure 13
To adjust toe-in loosen left and right
ball joint jam nuts. See Figure 14.
Turn the tie rod in or out of ball joints as
required.
Thighten the jam nuts
against the ball joints.
Check for proper adjustment and
readjust as necessary.
Do not adjust the
comfort of the
should
toe-in
A
B
Figure 14

Brake Adjustment

During the normal operation of the
tractor, the brakes are subject to wear
and
will
require
adjustment.
Brake Adjustment Nut
Brake Rotor
Figure 15
NOTE:
Figure 15 is shown with the
right rear wheel removed for clarity. It
is not necessary to remove the wheels
to complete the adjustment.
Complete the following to adjust the
brakes:
• With the brake pedal disengaged,
inspect the right brake rotor and
brake pads for proper clearance.
The
clearance
approximately .030" to .060".
• If adjustment in necessary, locate the
right brake adjustment nut. (Located
under
fender
transmission. See Figure 15.
16
Axle
Hex Nut
Jam Nut
Ball Joint
inspection
and
Brake Pads
should
be
and
above

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