Deck Lift Shaft Assembly - Cub Cadet 1000 SERIES Service Manual

11.

DECK LIFT SHAFT ASSEMBLY

11.1. If the deck lift shaft itself requires removal, first
remove the cutting deck.
11.2. Remove the fenders as described in the
FENDER REMOVAL section of this manual.
11.3. Disconnect the deck lift assist spring that
extends from the deck lift shaft to the transaxle
torque bracket using a length of starter rope or a
spring tool. See Figure 11.3.
Deck Lift Assist Spring
Figure 11.3
11.4. On models built in 2004 and prior, the lift assist
springs extend rearward to a pair of openings
with mounting tabs in the back surface of the
upper frame. See Figure 11.4.
Mounting Tabs
Figure 11.4
11.5. Unbolt the seat bracket mounting plate from the
frame (4 screws) using a 1/2" wrench. This will
allow the fuel tank to be lifted slightly for clear-
ance, but the tank need not be removed.
11.6. With the deck height control lever all the way for-
ward, remove the hairpin clips that secure the
deck lift cables to the arms on the deck lift shaft.
See Figure 11.6.
Deck Lift Cable
11.7. Remove the E-clip from each end of the lift-shaft.
See Figure 11.7.
E-clip
11.8. Pry the bushings that support the lift shaft out of
the frame.
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Series 1000 and 1500
Figure 11.6
Figure 11.7