Lubricate Rear Axles - Simplicity Broadmotor Series Service & Repair Manual

Figure 10. Arbor Lubrication Points

LUBRICATE REAR AXLES

We recommend removing the rear wheels and lubricat-
ing the axle shafts yearly. This prevents the wheel from
seizing onto the axle shaft, making future service easier.
1. Remove the key and disconnect the spark plug
wire(s) while working on the unit.
2. Engage the parking brake and block the front wheels.
3. Using a jack or chain hoist positioned at the center of
the rear frame, carefully jack the unit up until the rear
tires are approximately 1" - 2" off the ground.
NOTE: For overall unit stability during service, do not
jack rear end higher than required for wheel removal.
4. Support the rear of the unit on jack stands positioned
under the rear frame (see Figure 12).
5. Remove the plastic hub cap (G, Figure 13).
6. Remove e-ring (F) using a screwdriver.
7. Remove the washers (D) and wheel (C).
NOTE: Your axle assembly may differ slightly from the
assembly pictured: washer (D, Figure 13) may be miss-
ing or doubled. This is adjusted on a tractor by tractor
basis during assembly to allow a small amount of axle
end-play.
8. Lubricate the axle shaft with anti-seize compound or
lithium grease.
9. See Figure 13 for assembly. Reinstall components in
reverse order of disassembly and lower the unit. Be
sure the key (H) is in place in the axle key-way.
Figure 11. Mower Lubrication Points
Figure 12. Elevate the Rear End
A
B
C
Figure 13. Wheel and Axle Assembly
A. Washer
B. Spacer
C. Wheel
D. Washer
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H
D
E
E. Hub Cap Retainer
F. E-Ring
G. Hub Cap
H. Key
F
G