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Tire Pressure
WARNING:
parts is possible when they are serviced incorrectly.
Do not stand in front or over tire assembly when
inflating.
The recommended operating tire pressure is approximately
14-18 psi for all tires. Overinflating above recommended tire
pressure can reduce the life of the tire. Check tire pressure before
driving the vehicle.
Operator Protective Structure (OPS)
Periodically (at least every six months) visually inspect the OPS
for damage and loose fasteners. If damage is noted, contact your
Cub Cadet dealer.
If an accident has occurred which may have damaged the OPS,
have the OPS thoroughly inspected by your Cub Cadet dealer.
WARNING:
OPS to provide operator protection, do not attempt
to straighten or weld the OPS. A damaged OPS
should be replaced.
If the OPS is removed for any reason, make sure the proper
hardware is used to reinstall it, and that the recommended
torque values are applied to the fasteners.
If you are not installing new bolts when replacing or reinstalling
the OPS, apply Loctite ® 242 to the threads of the bolts that were
removed. Torque the bolts to 32 to 36 ft. lbs.
Front and Rear Shocks
Inspect the front and rear shocks every 100 hours or once a year
for oil leakage. See Fig. 6-4. If excessive oil leakage appears, have
shocks repaired or replaced by your local Cub Cadet dealer.
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To ensure the structural integrity of the
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CV Boots
Inspect CV boots (two on each CV joint axle end, eight total)
for tears every 50 hours. See Fig. 6-4. If tears or excessive wear
appear, have boots replaced by your local Cub Cadet dealer.
Ball Joints
Inspect the upper and lower front A-arm ball joints on each side
of the vehicle and the two tie rod ends for wear every 100 hours
or once a year. See Fig. 6-5. If excessive wear appears, have ball
joints or tie rod ends replaced by your local Cub Cadet dealer.
Ball
Joints
Figure 6-5
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